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  • If you are afraid that BMW xDrive is the all-wheel-drive system would not survive the recent transformation of 5-series, fear not. Xdrive 5-Series models will start in October and start at $ 52,775. Yes, come October, there will be two new 5-series models in your local BMW showroom in 2011 and in 2011 535ix 550ix.

    BMW xDrive 5-Series Launched October 2010

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  • BMW has recalled the 2009 BMW K1300 GT, K1300 S motorcycle on the problem parameters on the steering wheel. Read the information below. Manufacturer: BMW of North America; Model Year: 2009; Models Affected: K1300 GT, K1300 S; NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V384000; Problem: BMW is recalling certain model year 2009 motorcycles.

    BMW K1300 GT 2009 Recalled On Steering Wheel Problems

    Switches on the steering wheel for both indicators and the need for engine / motor functions start to fail. In this case, the signs and / or emergency services engine-off/start functions would be abolished. In some cases, the engine can also cause increased risk of a crash. Corrective action: Dealers will check and replace the necessary components for free. The manufacturer has not yet owner notification schedule. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

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  • With the success of selling 80,000 units worldwide since launch X6, BMW is convinced that demand for SUVs remains strong and growing. 7 years BMW X3 was attacked by aggressive Mercedes GLK and Audi Q5 in the last few years, they will soon get a new model is designed as the 2012.

    BMW X4 Next Generation X4 Production By Late 2010

    He said that the new X3 will grow as big as the first generation X5, to big brother to compete with the Audi Q7 and the like. This new X3 comes in 2.0, 2.8 and 3.5 liter gasoline engine and diesel. The new engines will offer better performance and less pollution.

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  • BMW outsold Mercedes-Benz may have worldwide in 2009, but two German automobile manufacturers both compete for the largest luxury brands in the Chinese market. Currently, thinks BMW title. In the past six years its market share in China increased 16 to 23 percent, but BMW is not resting on our laurels. At the Beijing Auto Show, CEO Norbert Reithofer announced that the company increased its sales forecast for 2010 (including BMW, Mini and Rolls-Royce cars) by 20 percent, a total of 120,000 units face. In contrast, BMW sold 90,500 cars in China in 2009.

    BMW and Mercedes-Benz Competition Outsold in Market Share in China 2010

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  • Visualization of a hybrid BMW 5 Series ActiveHybrid Concept Car at the beginning of this year at the Geneva Motor Show 2010th When the car starts, is in third place BMW Hybrid offers, but only the second vehicle may be driven on electric power alone. The X6 ActiveHybrid share option, but the 7 Series ActiveHybrid does not. The ActiveHybrid 5, it will be BMW’s first hybrid to use their built-storey and six-cylinder engine.

    BMW 5 Series ActiveHybrid Concept Car Six-Cylinder Engine

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