It’s that time of year again. The 2013 International Engine of the Year Awards have been announced, with some of last year’s winners carrying over various crowns, and some newcomers making their mark. Taking home the overall 2013 International Engine of the Year Award is once again the Ford EcoBoost […]
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BMW-Toyota project set to be based on 86 coupe – report
Toyota and BMW announced a co-development deal last year which will see the two companies work together on an all-new vehicle. There’s some indication coming through that the car could be based on the Toyota 86. With BMW handling and Toyota hybrid economy, the new model is set to be […]
BMW 316i on sale in Australia in June, gets 1.6 TwinPower turbo
BMW Australia will expand the new 3 Series range by introducing a new entry-level model in June; the BMW 316i. Not to be confused with the last 316i, which was a short wheelbase hatch, the new sedan features the company’s latest TwinPower turbo engine. Up until now the 318d has […]
For Sale: E21 1980 Alpina BMW 320i Turbo original prototype
Classic BMWs are becoming very rare these days. They are also becoming particularly desirable among enthusiasts, making them even harder to come by. This original E21 Alpina BMW 320i Turbo prototype is as rare as they come. In the Seventies and Eighties, BMW was renowned for using inline naturally aspirated […]
Australia’s Best Cars Awards for 2012 – results
The official Australia’s Best Cars results are out for 2012, and it’s a tie between BMW and Hyundai for the manufacturer that has picked up the most awards. Australia’s Best Cars Awards is an annual event that is run by the Australian Automobile Association, in conjunction with a number of […]
2013 BMW 318d and 320i Touring on sale from $58,900
If you’re after a very well-sorted, driver’s family wagon, BMW has just announced the new 2013 BMW 318d Touring and 320i Touring wagons for Australia. The new models will soon be joined by the higher powered 328i Touring later in the year. As we found out during the 2012 BMW […]
BMW 4 Series coupe heading to Detroit show, 440i on the way?
It is believed BMW is planning on unveiling the new BMW 4 Series coupe, or at least a concept version, at the 2012 North American Auto Show in Detroit in two months. The model is tipped as being the new name for the 3 Series Coupe/Convertible range. (Image rendered speculation only, […]
BMW M750i and 728 hybrid on the way – report
BMW is expected to expand its flagship 2013 7 Series range next year with the introduction of a new performance ‘BMW M750i’ and a fuel-efficient 728i hybrid. The M750i – name not yet official – is set to be the first petrol M Performance 7 Series ever. According to a […]