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BMW confident of a viable hydrogen car by the end of the decade

Describing a ‘viable hydrogen car,’ BMW Group CEO Oliver Zipse believes the German automaker can achieve this by the close of the decade as an alternative to electrification.

Posted by Alex Shahini - 31 October 2022

BMW Group injects massive investment into US for EV future

The shift to electric for the BMW Group seems a certainty after the German automaker invested a massive $1,7 billion into US facilities to accommodate EV and battery cell production. This is part of a roadmap to build six EVs in the USA by 2030.

By Alex Shahini - 27 October 2022

GALLERY: First impressions with BMWs flagship SUV and sedan 

With high-performance coupes stealing the show at M Fest, BMWs flagship SUV and sedan waited quietly in a concealed room for VIP guests and prospective buyers to preview. We got up close and personal with the X7 and 7 Series ahead of their local launch.

By Alex Shahini - 26 October 2022

BMW X1 sDrive18d – first drive review in the Balkan peninsula

Ahead of the local launch of BMW’s third generation X1, Peter Frost drove the X1 sDrive18d through the Austrian Alps and down the Balkan Peninsula.

By Alex Shahini - 20 October 2022

And then, there were M-Performance parts on the 2023 BMW M2

As anticipated, the 2023 BMW M2 has already had interest perpetuated with a bold new body kit. This is what the new Bavarian coupe fitted with M-Performance parts could potentially look like.

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 15 October 2022

ARCHIVE: BMWs flagship iX M60 and how much it could cost in SA

BMWs electric range has seemingly taken off in South Africa since the beginning of the year. While our local market only has the iX xDrive40 SUV and iX xDrive50 SAV, we decided to dig into our April 2022 archive to shed some light on the more powerful M60 flagship.

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 14 October 2022

THE POWER OF CHOICE. THE MY BMW SERVICE HUB.

In this ever-changing world, you can be assured that BMW will always have your back. They’re here to make sure you’re not disheartened when your Motorplan comes to an end. No matter your driving circumstances, there’ll be a plan and solution for you.

By Juandre - 13 October 2022

WATCH: Get a closer look at the all-new BMW M2 with Frank van Meel

One of the most anticipated cars to come out this year did so yesterday, and in doing so took the automotive world by storm. The verdict on aesthetics remains mixed, but join Frank van Meel to get an in-depth look at the all-new BMW M2. 

By Alex Shahini - 13 October 2022

Testing the BMW 520d Steptronic

The BMW 5 Series has long been a recognisable luxury sedan, bearing an unmistakable business presence combined with some sporty flair. We find out if the seventh-generation BMW 520d LCI has done justice for the storied nameplate.

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 12 October 2022

BMW collaborate with Kith to create bespoke i4 M50

Fashion brand Kith has created several bespoke i4 M50 models that wear a unique lick of paint and boast a custom interior. In addition, the collaboration has also produced a one-off 1972 BMW 1602 “Elektro” which will not be for sale.

By Alex Shahini - 9 October 2022

Alfa Romeo Giulia GTAm vs BMW M4 CSL in numbers

There seems to be no shortage of heavily modified, high-performance vehicles focused on track antics being ushered into the world. So we decided to pit the R4,2 million Alfa Romeo Giulia GTAm and R3,5 million BMW M4 CSL against each other.

By Alex Shahini - 9 October 2022

Romanian BMW 1 Series dragster is a diesel-powered behemoth 

A 270 km/h exit speed from an 8,31-second quarter-mile run would put built all-wheel-drive supercars to shame and that is exactly what this diesel-powered Romanian BMW 1 Series is all about. 

By Alex Shahini - 8 October 2022

Pricing for the 2023 BMW X1 revealed for South Africa

BMW’s entry-level SUV has been a favourite in South Africa for quite some time now with its robust appearance and functional versatility. Pricing on the 2023 BMW X1 has just been revealed!

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 6 October 2022

The updated BMW 3 Series is in South Africa – pricing 

The best-selling sedan to come out of the Bavarian marque has undergone a refresh and has quietly been introduced into our market. Here is pricing and specification on the updated BMW 3 Series.

By Alex Shahini - 5 October 2022

BMW 3.0 CSL expected in November with whopping pricetag 

If you thought local pricing of the M4 CSL was steep, take a seat because the BMW 3.0 CSL will cost a whopping €750,000 (or roughly R13 million). The manual model will reportedly arrive in November in limited numbers. 

By Alex Shahini - 3 October 2022

Introducing the sizable 2023 BMW XM Super SUV

BMW M has revealed its first standalone model since the iconic M1 supercar of the 1970s. The long-awaited 2023 BMW XM has finally been displayed to the world and it becomes the first-ever BMW M hybrid model. Brimmed with as much power as it has luxury; 480 kW to be exact.

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 28 September 2022

New BMW M2 leaked again ahead of M Fest display 

The new BMW M2 will officially be revealed on the 12th of October but another flurry of images of the hot Bavarian coupe has been leaked. 

By Alex Shahini - 27 September 2022

The BMW M4 CSL will land in South Africa – pricing and allocation! 

The third BMW model to be donned with the lucrative CSL badge will be making its way to South Africa. Here is how much the 405 kW lightweight M4 CSL model will cost and how many our local roads will welcome.

By Alex Shahini - 26 September 2022

1 000 kW BMW electric supercar may become a reality with Neue Klasse Platform

The more mainstream manufacturers dabble with electrification, the more likely they are to create a demented supercar with ludicrous performance figures. That may be the case with a 1 000 kW BMW electric supercar in the near future. 

By Alex Shahini - 24 September 2022

BMW 5 Series set to part ways with V8 power in near future

BMW introduced the first-generation 5 Series known as the E12 in 1972 but the nameplate only received V8 power with the third generation E34 of […]

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 11 September 2022

BMW retaining its subscription plan despite the controversy

In case you missed it, BMW recently came under fire for requiring a monthly fee for heated seats on some models. Although many believed owners […]

By Nelson Kalula - 10 August 2022

WATCH: BMW E46 M3 smashes into barricade after loosing control

Class is in session, todays lesson, why having a fast car like the E46 M3 doesn’t make you a race car driver. Also, wear your seatbelt!  […]

By Ryan De Villiers - 30 July 2022

BMW M240i xDrive Coupé | First Drive

Now producing a healthy 285 kW/500 N.m from its B58 turbocharged inline-six the new all-wheel drive BMW M240i aims to tick all the luxury coupé […]

By Juandre - 20 July 2022

BMW now offers heated seating subscriptions for R250

The automotive sector is speeding toward a future that will be dominated by microtransactions and subscriptions. As reported by The Verge, one of the most […]

By Nelson Kalula - 18 July 2022

BMW take covers off LMDh P66/3 Twin-Turbo V8 hybrid engine

The covers are off BMW’s LMDh P66/3 V8 hybrid engine which will power the automaker in various world endurance racing competitions from next year. The regulations restrict the powertrain to only 477 kW which is still plenty to propel the prototype rapidly forward.  

By Alex Shahini - 18 July 2022