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BMW Earns “2010 TOP SAFETY PICK” Award for 5 Series Sedan

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 15:07:18 +0000

BMW’s Next In Car Operating System Takes Shape

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:23:55 +0000

You know all that code that goes behind the neatly designed iDrive interface? BMW will be launching an entirely new operating system that replaces that code according to Engadget. BMW’s partner in all of this is a company called GENIVI who is a consortium of automakers (GM, BMW, Hyundai and PSA) and technology companies (ARM, [...]

Video: In Car From Lime Rock ALMS

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:26:51 +0000

Here is a fine video of Bill taking on Lime Rock in the pouring rain in the ///M3 GT. We will have our own video up soon from track side once editing has been completed. document.getElementById("post-7614-blankimage").onload();

Official Video: 6 Series Gran Coupé Exterior Design

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:16:59 +0000

This official video provides a look ahead to the design-future of BMW via the 6 Series Gran Coupé concept. Anders Warming, Head of Exterior Design BMW, gives us an overview of the thought behind the exterior design of the new 6 Series Gran Coupé and a look into the future of the 6 Series and [...]

It’s Official: MINI is Going Rally Racing in the WRC

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:54:25 +0000

(Updated) It’s official, MINI is making a comeback on the international rally circuit. Starting in 2011, MINI will compete in selected rounds of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) and will go on to contest the entire season from 2012 onwards. Sources are telling us that MINI has made a 3-4 year commitment (to start) [...]

BMW Art Car Photo Contest Thrills Jury and Fans

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 01:12:42 +0000

Official Release: The BMW M3 GT2 Art Car was one of the main attractions at this year’s Le Mans 24 Hours (FR). Images of the work of art, designed by American artist Jeff Koons, were seen around the world. BMW announced a photo contest for all accredited photographers who captured pictures of the car at [...]

BMW Launches ConnectedDrive Microsite

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 18:22:12 +0000

There’s been a lot written about ConnectedDrive on BF over the past year but also a lot of confusion over what models and markets have specific features. Hoping to eliminate confusion, BMW has launched a microsite that gives you a rundown of Connecteddrive features not only per market but also per car. Note that the press [...]

BMW’s iPod Out on Video

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 18:21:07 +0000

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BMW Group Announces Partnership with US Olympic Committee

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 15:27:57 +0000

BMW Group announced today it will be the Official Mobility Partner of the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) from now through 2016. BMW Group will also be the Official Mobility Partner of four National Governing Bodies (NGBs): USA Bobsled & Skeleton, US Speedskating, USA Swimming and USA Track & Field. Jack Pitney, Vice President of Marketing [...]

BMW Podiums At Lime Rock

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 03:33:57 +0000

Car & Driver Places the New 5er Last in Comparison

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 20:11:45 +0000

The unthinkable… BMW completely redesigns a car and it promptly gets beat by its two key competitors in a major magazine. It’s hard to believe but according to Car and Driver the new 535i is simply not as good as the new Infiniti M37 or the aging Audi A6. What do we think? While we’ve driven [...]

BMW 6 Seres Gran Coupé Approved for Production

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 15:25:42 +0000

It had to be one of the worst kept secrets in recent BMW history. But now it’s official; the 6 Series Gran Coupé is headed for product in 2012. It’ll follow the two door 6 series by a year and debut around the same time as the 6 Series convertible. via motobullet document.getElementById("post-7569-blankimage").onload();

Want an Original M1? That’ll be $250,000 Please

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 15:12:03 +0000

Missed your chance to pick-up an M1 back in the late 70’s when BMW couldn’t sell them? Canepa Collection is selling a prime example finished in Alpine white with only 27,000 miles on the odometer. It’s an incredible car with very little wear and expertly maintained. via MotorAuthority via BMW Blog document.getElementById("post-7566-blankimage").onload();

BMW X3 Exterior & Interior in Detail (Video)

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 14:48:54 +0000

Exterior Interior Want a closer look at the new X3? BMW provides it with this latest video on the X3. The technology (and even the design to a lesser degree) is derivative on the inside but the outside debuts more than a few new design nuances. document.getElementById("post-7561-blankimage").onload();

BMW Rahal Letterman Racing Team Lime Rock Preview

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 11:49:11 +0000

The BMW Design Night

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 22:49:43 +0000

BMW 3.0 CSi Premieres at BMW Welt.

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 11:15:05 +0000

BMW Group Co-Creation Lab

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 11:38:51 +0000

Official Release: The BMW Group Idea Contest “Tomorrow’s Urban Mobility Services” is the first open innovation project which is launched within BMW Group’s latest innovation approach – The Co-Creation Lab of the BMW Group. The Co-Creation Lab is a virtual meeting place for individuals interested in car related topics, eager to share their ideas and opinions [...]

Priaulx Wins at Brands Hatch (WTCC)

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 01:08:55 +0000

BMW Previews the X3 M Sport Package

gbridger@gmail.com (BimmerFile ) — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:40:25 +0000