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BMW 7 Series ActiveHybrid F01/F02 BMW announced the production version of the all-new BMW ActiveHybrid 7, which will also premiere at the Frankfurt Auto Show (IAA) in September. The BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will reach America shores in Spring, 2010. Based on the newest BMW 7 Series F01/F02, this unique car sets new standards for performance and efficiency in the premium luxury class. This symbiosis of an upgraded twin-turbo, High Precision Direct Injection, V8 engine with a 3-phase synchronous electric motor gives the BMW ActiveHybrid 7 a combined output of 455 hp and maximum torque of 516 lb-ft (preliminary figures). Power is transmitted via an 8-speed automatic transmission with the electric motor positioned between the engine and the torque converter. More about BMW 7 Series ActiveHybrid F01/F02 >>

BMW X6 ActiveHybrid E71 ActiveHybrid technology provides a glimpse into the future, achieving outstanding driving dynamics with equally impressive efficiency. It melds both of these qualities to offer a truly unique driving experience. The world's first Sports Activity Coupe with full hybrid drive capitalizes on the options offered by combining the combustion engine with electric motors to create a powertrain with new levels dynamic performance and efficiency.The overall drive system featured in the BMW ActiveHybrid X6 consists of a 400 hp twin-turbocharged V8 gasoline engine and two electric synchronous motors delivering 91 hp and 86 hp, respectively. Maximum system output is 480 hp, and peak torque reaches 575 lb-ft. More about BMW X6 ActiveHybrid E71 >>

BMW G-POWER X5 TYPHOON RS E70 G-POWER X5 TYPHOON RS: With 625 hp the world's strongest BMW-SUV!Brawny wing extensions and strikingly formed frontand rear skirts qualified for maximum aerodynamic efficiency, mark the appearance of the G-POWER TYPHOON RS. The body alteration in OEM-quality made of PU-rim has been developed by the G-POWER designers by using state-of-the-art CAD technology. Therefore, the basic car has been entirely digitalised with a 3D-scanner on the own company premises. The elegantly formed G-POWER wing extensions at the front- and back axle

which are naturally delivered with a perfectly matching inner wing extend the X5 by seven centimetres. They make room for extrabroad 23 wheels and tyres. More about BMW G-POWER X5 TYPHOON RS E70 >>

BMW cars archive BMWDrives opens a new section: BMW cars archive. You can easily follow all the BMW cars for every dacade since the 1920's. Available for you is the BMW cars archive 1920's where you will find all the details about the first BMW car: the Dixi 3/15 DA 1. BMWDrives follows in great detail also the BMW 3/15 DA 2 and the BMW 3/15 DA 3 Wartburg. The BMW cars archive 1930's goes forward with the BMW 3/15 DA 4 and with a very special version: BMW 3/15 Ihle Type 600 / 800. Only few of this sports cars were built and even fewer survived until today. The Ihle versions had a top speed of more than 50 mph and they introduced the first "kidney grille", soon to become the BMW tradmark. More about BMW cars archive >>

BMW G-POWER M3 E46 G-POWER launches another product for serious performance upgrade for the BMW M3 E46 and Z4M, that will fascinate the Menthusiasts. Being the leading manufacturer of after market supercharger systems for BMW automobiles it is no surprise that G-POWER naturally relies on forced induction for its new product

based on the premium superchargers from ASA. 450 hp for the BMW M3 E46 and Z4M thats quiet impressive. The G-POWER SK I supercharger system provides the 3.2 l straight cylinder engine from the BMW M GmbH with the necessary boost to push the output from standard 343 hp/365 Nm to awesome 450 hp/450 Nm. More about BMW G-POWER M3 E46 >>

1991 BMW E1 Concept Unveiled at the 1991 Frankfurt Automobile Show, the BMW E1 Concept had a maximum speed of 80 mph, weighed less than 2,000 lbs and used a water-cooled motor. BMW designed this vehicle specifically for driving in the city, and featured large spacious windows that provided great visibility. The window glass was situated without an extreme slope which reduced the solar heat on the minuscule vehicle. The BMW E1 Concept was quite a compact car with a very short front and rear overhangs which improved the overall performance in tight small spaces. The roof design of the car was also uniquely created to increase inside volume without creating a body that wasn't too high. More about BMW E1 Concept >>

OFFICIAL: 2009 BMW X1 E84 SAV With its agile, versatile and modern character, the BMW X1 E84 guarantees a new driving experience in the premium compact segment. It expands and enhances the range of BMW X models

by yet another innovative vehicle concept. Through its body design the BMW X1 E84 demonstrates self-confident elegance, a versatile and sporting character, as well as spontaneous agility. For the first time the features and characteristics of a BMW X model are carried over in modern style into a unique vehicle in the premium compact segment. Modern drivetrain technology gives the BMW X1 superior performance and supreme efficiency all in one. Find out complete information with photo gallery, engine specifications and full press release of the brand new 2009 BMW X1 E84. More about BMW X1 E84 SAV >>

BMW HARTGE X6 E71 Backed by more than 36 years of experience, HARTGE is one of the most extreme BMW tuners. Today's high-performance engines - many of which have already been almost fully developed at the factory - call for tuners who can do more than just tweak them digitally. Indeed, chip tuning - a magic word in this day and age - is more of a taboo subject at HARTGE. Their latest project is the BMW HARTGE X6 E71. Although the xDrive35d engine with Twin turbocharger is already the most powerful in its class, the specialists from Germany's Saarland region have breathed on the power plant so it now generates no less than 241 kW (328 hp) at 4400 rpm and a mighty 675 Nm of torque low down at 2000 rpm. More about BMW HARTGE X6 E71 >>

BMW Concept Coupe Mille Miglia

The BMW Concept Coup Mille Miglia 2006 will never win a race but the two-seater is still a symbol for motor sports, racing success and the brand and spirit that have moved the engineers and drivers to perennially great achievements for decades. With its unique concept study, the developers and designers in the BMW Group are showing how traditional values, modern expertise and visions can be unified into a fascinating vehicle. The past, present and future of automobile engineering are concentrated in the Concept Coup Mille Miglia 2006. The study documents what it means for an a utomobile manufacturer to reflect on its historical strengths, to take advantage of current technical competency and to open up tomorrow's opportunities already today. More about BMW Concept Coupe Mille Miglia >>

BMW G-POWER Z4 E89 The G-POWER BI-TRONIK performance module pushes the factory 306 hp/400 Nm to 345 hp/480 Nm. 20 inch G-POWER SILVERSTONE DIAMOND alloy wheels with MICHELIN Pilot Sport tyres in the dimension 255/30 ZR 20 and 295/25 ZR 20, GPOWER coil-over suspension and a stainless steel sport rear muffler featuring the legendary G-POWER DEEPTONE technology round up the G-POWER package for the BMW Z4 E89. The G-POWER program for the BMW Z4 E89 touches all key components and lets the nifty BMW Z4 appear even more sporty, beautiful and last but not least exclusive. At first one will notice the especially for the current BMW models designed 20 inch GPOWER SILVERSTONE alloy wheels. More about BMW G-POWER Z4 E89 >> BMW history

Here at BMWDrives you have the chance to get in touch with BMW history in detail. From Karl Friedrich Rapp, BMW logo, 328

roadsters, World War I and World War II, Mille Miglia, Isetta bubble car, 1500 models until BMW acquisition of Rover, Rolls-Royce and the return to Formula 1 everything is covered here. You can follow BMW history on a yearly basis and see how the BMW brand and products (BMW cars, BMW motorcycles and BMW airplane engines) evolved until the present day. Motorsport victories and world record winnings represent another important piece in the BMW history. more about BMW history BMW cars

BMW cars are pretty impressive machines. When a BMW car is launched it always impresses the audience and the customers by pure performance, stunning looks, and innovative technologies and last but not least the same driving pleasure. You can see technical details and picture galleries for all BMW cars from the Dixi 3/15 to the latest BMW model. The current BMW vehicle range is also displayed here: 1 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X3, X5, Z4, M cars, so you can read the full story behind each and every one. more about BMW cars
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