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BMW testing cars with solar panels

rybo submitted on 5/15/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 8:16:15 AM

As manufacturers seek ways to create more efficient cars without compromising power or driveability, eyes are increasingly turning to new technologies and ideas. BMW is looking to electricity generated by exhaust gas heat and solar power to take the electrical load off the engine and thereby improve efficiency and reduce emissions. Read More

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Readers Sound off: Doesn't mobile internet belong on your phone? BMW doesn't think so...

carchick submitted on 5/14/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 1:05:10 PM

BMW plans on introducing mobile internet in their upcoming vehicles as part of their ConectedDrive package that they plan on offering in Europe and the US. The main reason for providing is due to consumer demand to consistently be connected to the net wherever they go. Read More

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BMW European Delivery: Amazing Photos from Germany

BMWBlog submitted on 5/14/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 10:13:55 AM

The following photos that we will be showing you, are probably the most AMAZING shots we have ever seen from someone that picked up their BMW through the European Delivery program. When we saw the photos, we knew that we have to share them with our readers. Read More

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Luxury Institute Survey 2008: Most Prestigious Brands 1) Porsche 2) Lexus 3) Mercedes

TataPower submitted on 5/12/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 8:08:13 PM

NEW YORK, NY--(MARKET WIRE)--May 7, 2008 -- High net-worth consumers rated Porsche the most prestigious luxury automobile in the 2008 Luxury Brand Status Index (LBSI) survey from the independent New York City-based Luxury Institute (www. LuxuryInstitute. Read More

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Lexus LF-A won its first race in Adenauer ADAC Rundstrecken-Trophy at Nurburgring

TataPower submitted on 5/12/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 5:04:00 PM

The Lexus LF-A won the SP8 class of the Adenauer ADAC Rundstrecken-Trophy race at Nurburgring. The Lexus LF-A finished 2 laps ahead of the Chevrolet Corvette which was entered by Kissling Motorsport and 8 laps ahead of the Aston Martin Vantage that finished third. Read More

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BMW developing new eco 3-series

rybo submitted on 5/11/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 8:32:56 PM

With plans for similar emissions-based taxation schemes like London’s congestion charge as well as tough new low CO2 emissions regulations planned for Europe from 2012 onwards, carmakers are focused on cleaning up tailpipe emissions as well as offering more models with lower CO2 levels than currently provided. One of the most active is BMW, which has already shown a 119g/km of CO2 1-series and is now reportedly set to release a sub-120g/km 3-series saloon. Read More

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Which Is The MOTHER Of Under $50k Premium Coupes?

Agent001 submitted on 5/11/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 1:58:02 PM

Sorry 00J. I'm tired about talking about gas prices so I'm bouncing your top story today in favor of MOTHER'S. Read More

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If We Gave You Only $10,000 To Spend On A Car, What Would You Buy?

Agent009 submitted on 5/7/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 2:35:05 PM

It is pretty obvious we all can’t afford a top line car, and some of us don’t even care to own one if they could.   Different strokes for different folks as they say, or better yet different priorities. Read More

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BMW wins 2008 engine of the year prize

rybo submitted on 5/7/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 9:48:37 AM

BMW has been named the outright winner of the International Engine of the Year awards for a record-breaking fourth year in succession. A global panel of judges awarded the top honor to the carmaker’s 3. Read More

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BMW to use 4-cylinder in 1-Series, next 7-Series to come in hybrid

omarrana submitted on 5/7/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 8:41:17 AM

In a recent interview with Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, BMW CEO said that the brand will be using the four-cylinder engine it produces jointly with PSA in its BMW branded cars. According to a report, BMW had originally planned to use the four-cylinder engine only in its MINI lineup. Read More

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Exclusive Photo: The new iDrive in the 5-Series

BMWBlog submitted on 5/5/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 11:38:31 AM

We are back with our exclusive news and today, we have the opportunity to show you the new iDrive knob that will be available in the next generation 5 Series, probably the 7 and the 3er's as well. Our friends at bimmerfile have already shown you the new iDrive system in a 3 series test mule. Read More

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Hot News: Infiniti Wants 1-Series

dikarocks submitted on 5/5/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 10:54:23 AM

Infiniti insiders have revealed the premium Japanese brand’s intention to launch a rival for the BMW 1-series and Audi A3. Yet crucially, Infiniti says the body style of its smallest model will be totally different from anything else in the segment. Read More

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Video: BMW 135i vs Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR

omarrana submitted on 5/5/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 9:24:06 AM

Yes, it’s quite an odd match-up here. However if you look closely at the specs and pricing, both coupes, the BMW 135i and the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR, offer 300-hp in the mid $30,000 range. Read More

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BMW's Are B-E-A-U-tiful! But So Are Audi's And Porsche's!

Agent001 submitted on 5/5/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 1:43:07 AM

I really get a good laugh when I read some of the commenter's, who claim all I like are BMW's and that BMW is PAYING me off, to exude all the praise I give them. What these uninformed souls don't realize is that if I could afford it, I'd have them ALL in my dream garage. Read More

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FACE OFF FRIDAY: What's Better Looking? Range Rover Sport Or BMW X6?

Agent001 submitted on 5/2/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 12:09:06 PM

It's always hard to tell exactly how a car looks just in photos. You really need to see it in person, driving on the street and next to its key competitors before you can make a final judgement. Read More

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