The Nurburgring is the holy grail of proving grounds. And it’s the one place BMW tests all of its cars, especially M cars. BMW M even has a dedicated workshop set up right next to the track. We thought we’d head over to check out what all the fuss is […]
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2018 BMW M2 CS prototype spotted at Nurburgring (video)
A prototype BMW M2 has been spotted at the Nurburgring undergoing testing, potentially previewing a new CS ‘Club Sport’ variation that’s been spinning on the rumour mill lately. Spotted by PerformanceDrive out on the Nurburgring last week, the prototype was seen being pushed pretty hard by the test driver, even […]
BMW announces X5 M & X6 M Black Fire editions
BMW has revealed new special editions of the X5 M and X6 M performance SUVs, called the Black Fire edition. Firstly, there is no performance gains to be had with the special editions. Under the bonnet is the usual 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 that belts out 423kW and 750Nm, offering a […]
2018 BMW X3 ‘M40i’ prototype spotted, nice exhaust note (video)
BMW is believed to be working on various high-performance versions of the next-gen X3. Want proof? A prototype was recently spotted at the Nurburgring sporting an unmistakably raunchy engine note. Some trademarks were found earlier this year detailing a range of new nameplates that could potentially be destined for the […]
BMW M2 torn apart in serious crash in Scotland (video)
Two people are lucky to be alive after being subjected to a big car crash in Scotland over the weekend, involving a BMW M2 and plenty of speed. The driver of the car was seen leaving a car meet event near Aberdeen driving quite enthusiastically, only later to be found […]
2018 BMW M5 previewed in new Need for Speed game (video)
The next instalment in the Need For Speed game franchise, Need For Speed: Payback, has been previewed with a trailer and cover shot, which also happens to include the yet-to-be-revealed BMW M5 in all its glory. The contours of the car have already been revealed with official, disguised shots and videos, […]
BMW M8 exhaust noise captured for first time, sounds meaty (video)
A video has surfaced online providing a first taste of the upcoming BMW M8’s exhaust sound. The video was captured during a prototype showcase at the Nurburgring 24hr event over the weekend. BMW only announced the news of a new 8 Series being in the pipeline a couple of weeks […]
New BMW M8 confirmed, with M8 GTE Le Mans revival
Following confirmation BMW is planning on introducing a new 8 Series, the company has just announced a high-performance M8 is also on the way. Specific details are still to be confirmed, as the new 8 Series has only just debuted in concept form. However, BMW says engineers are working “flat […]