Archive for June, 2009

2009 BMW M3 Review

June 30th, 2009

Can it Get Any Better? In the past, if you wanted to go everywhere fast, but couldn't afford a Lamborghini, the M3 was an obvious choice.

The new models will go on sale in September 2009. The new BMW 120i Coupe is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with BMW High Precision Injection developing 125 kW at 6,700 rpm and peak torque of 210 N m at 4,250 rpm, accelerating the BMW 120i Coupe from zero to 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds and offering a top speed of 224 km/h or 149 mph.

June 25, 2009: Following its successful introduction into the market, the new BMW 7 Series is further expanding its position in 2010 as the most innovative model series in the luxury segment.

Starting in the 2010 model year, BMW xDrive will be available for the first time also in the BMW 7 Series.

Several South Africans who have had their lifelong dreams fulfilled after winning the national lottery have instead found their lives turning into nightmares.

June 25, 2009: Entering the 2010 model year, the BMW 1 Series as the guarantee for the broad-scale impact of BMW EfficientDynamics and as the epitome of Sheer Driving Pleasure in the compact segment is gaining even greater significance.

Looking at the fuel-economy numbers of 19 miles per gallon city and 26 mpg highway, you'd say "Big whoop -- get that on Honda Accord or Chevy Malibu sedans." But here's the gee-whiz part: The BMW X5 xDrive 35d is no midsize sedan.

Entitled 'Riding is too much fun to be left to the guys', it not only highlights BMW Motorrad's motorcycling products, but also chronicles the incredible stories behind some of its typical female riders.

Woodcliff Lake, NJ June 25, 2009 Rider Magazine has named BMW Motorrad's F 800 GS adventure tourer its 2009 Motorcycle of the Year.

Jim O'Donnell is president of BMW of North America. Jim O'Donnell's first car was a BMW MINI.