While it might seem like all the major manufacturers out there are channelling their money toward family-friendly crossovers and SUVs, there’s no need for despair. Sports cars might not be the most profitable part of a manufacturer’s bottom line, but they are, for a number of brands, an absolutely essential […]
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2022 BMW X1 spotted, M35i M Performance variant confirmed? (video)
A prototype example of the next-generation 2022 BMW X1 has been spotted testing on the Nurburgring, with strong clues suggesting there is an ‘M35i’ M Performance version joining the model line for the first time. BMW has been offering its X2 coupe-like SUV with an M Performance option for some […]
BMW i4 production commences in Germany, arrives in Australia Q1 2022
BMW is celebrating a significant milestone in its transition to electrified motoring, with the first series-produced examples of the BMW i4 rolling off the production line in Munich, Germany. The milestone is particularly significant given that BMW is aiming for its Munich plant to really scale-up the production of hybrid […]
Hyundai beats Audi, VW & Ford in 2021 Interbrand rankings, Toyota top auto
Korean manufacturer Hyundai has once again climbed Interband’s global brand value rankings by 6.3 per cent year-on-year, rising to a total of $15.2 billion in 2021, marking the seventh straight year Hyundai has earned itself a spot on the top 100 list. The result places Hyundai in front of some […]
2022 BMW M135i xDrive update revealed; revised handling, new colours
BMW has made some tweaks to its M135 xDrive hot hatch for the introduction of the 2022 refresh, with revised handling, updated in-car tech, and new exterior colours headlining the announcement. Firstly, no major changes are made to the powertrain. It remains a 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder producing 225kW and 450Nm, […]
BMW Group global sales up 17.9% year-to-date through September
BMW Group is celebrating a strong three-quarters of the year, through September, thanks to rising sales from MINI, Rolls-Royce and of course, BMW’s own range which has seen a notable rise in the number of all-electric vehicles sold. Overall, BMW Group managed to ship 1,932,236 units in the first nine […]
2022 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer revealed, up to 240kW PHEV
BMW has announced the expansion of its new 2 Series lineup with the addition of the 2022 2 Series Active Tourer, which will launch with a range of new hybrid options. The 2 Series Active Tourer goes up against the Mercedes B-Class in the small MPV segment. While the styling […]
Ineos Grenadier price to start from $84,500 in Australia, arrives 2022
British off-roading specialist, Ineos, has confirmed its hardcore Grenadier will hit Australia in late 2022, with a price tag set to start from around $84,500 for the entry-level two-seat wagon variant. For the unaware, Ineos is an all-new company that was created by billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who is the […]