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I’ve always been fascinated by cars left on the proverbial cutting room floor. Whether it’s a design sketch tossed in a trash can or a model canceled at the very last minute, I want to know more about it. BMWBLOG first caught wind of an i8 modified in Buchloe over five years ago. Despite follow-up […]

Since launching in 2015, BMW’s B58 inline-six has become a true backbone for the brand—and beyond. Across 41 distinct model applications, it has powered everything from the 3 Series to the 7 Series, and even the Toyota Supra, Morgan Plus Six, and the Ineos Grenadier. In late 2025, BMW made a bold statement: it’s still

ALPINA’s story has always been about doing things differently from BMW. Not louder, not harsher, but definitely quicker and more refined. In a recent interview, Andreas Bovensiepen, son of the founder and current head of the brand, reflects on how ALPINA carved out its own identity. From squeezing big power out of early 3 and

Earlier this year, BMW promised to launch more than 40 new cars by the end of 2027. The iX1 wasn’t specifically mentioned, but these spy photos strongly suggest the compact electric crossover is part of that product blitz. It’s an educated guess based on a close look at this camouflaged prototype. Right away, it’s clear

For years, American enthusiasts have looked longingly at ALPINA’s sleek Touring models, wondering why they’ve never made it across the Atlantic. As it turns out, the idea wasn’t completely off the table. In a recent interview, ALPINA boss Andreas Bovensiepen admitted that the brand considered bringing a wagon to the U.S. market. The hurdles, however,

It’s been nearly a month since BMW revealed the iX3, yet we’re still uncovering interesting details about the electric SUV. Its front trunk marks the return of a feature last seen on the oddball i3 hatchback, but there’s more to it than just that. Product Manager Nicholas Gerstner told us the extra cargo compartment is

The LEGO Icons Shelby Cobra 427 S/C recreates the legendary ‘60s muscle car in a small-scale, collectible version. For fans of classic American muscle cars and vintage motorsport, the new LEGO Shelby Cobra 427 S/C build set checks all the right boxes. The 1,241-piece model pays tribute to Shelby’s 1960s racing legend with a detailed

In This Article ALPINA has always occupied a rare space in the BMW universe. The marque blends hand-finished craftsmanship, bespoke performance, and understated luxury in a way that even BMW doesn’t. Now, under BMW’s full stewardship, the brand faces questions about its future direction. In an interview with YouTube channel MotoManTV Podcast, the company’s CEO,

It’s been over a year since car paparazzi surprised us with images of this intriguing camouflaged vehicle. Clearly a Neue Klasse coupe of some sort, the cloaked BMW was never seen again. It remains unclear whether the car was intended as a concept or a prototype. However, the fact that it was caught in motion

The road-legal M3 GTR has always been something of a unicorn. People talk about it, but the ultimate E46 is rarely seen out in the open. Only 10 were ever built, and not even BMW knows where all of them are today. This makes hearing the elusive V8-powered machine fire up its P60B40 engine as