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BMW i3 Owner Shows You How Easy it is to Charge on the Go

When it comes to driving an all-electric vehicle like the BMW i3, one thing we hear a lot from our customers here at BMW of Salem is the worry that they won’t find adequate charging stations when they’re out and about, and sometimes this fear can keep a would-be electric driver from becoming an actual EV driver. This next video features Lou, a real-life BMW i3 driver, who will show you the insider scoop on how to locate charging stations, how to connect to the charger, and how to monitor your car’s charge remotely, too. Check it…
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NY Times Review: New BMW X1 Is a Buttoned-Down and Imminently Capable SUV for Urban Dwellers

BMW's second generation 2016 X1 has found its place: as a sophisticated but imminently capable compact crossover - perfect for city dwellers - or anyone who needs a sport-ute that can fit through a tight spot. Auto critic Tom Voelk recently reviewed the X1 for The New York Times.

Powered by a 2-liter, 4-cylinder engine with a twin-scroll turbocharger providing 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque early in the rev range, there’s a touch of lag off the line. It goes from 0 to 60 miles an hour in 6.3 seconds, according to BMW. Drive modes range from…

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BMW i3—A Shock to the Senses

We all know about BMW brand performance, precision engineering, and outstanding capability, but how much do you know about BMW’s all-electric offering, the i3? Unlike its hybrid cousin, the BMW i8, the i3 uses no gasoline, and therefore has zero tailpipe emissions. Tailpipe emissions might be one of the only things you’ll be excited to know your vehicle definitely does not offer. But there’s even more to know about what the i3 does offer. Check it out below!

 

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Side by side

 

In a recent blog post we mentioned how great the BMW M Series is and its ability to excel at speed, style, and it isn't just with help from the performance parts. The BMW M5 and M6 each have 560 horsepower, plus the style they boast is incomparable to any other. Here at BMW of Salem we want to help you locate the dream car that you have been thinking about, and we can even help you choose between two models very easily. Our solution? Get them both.

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With the BMW 3 Series, comfort and composure come standard


In true BMW fashion, the BMW 3 Series can be customized to your heart's content. There's a powertrain configuration for a wide array of drivers, and its three available body styles are the icing on this custom German chocolate cake.


But even with all of this powertrain personalization, there are a few key characteristics shared by every 3 Series model -- and that's sharp handling and a plush ride. Whether you choose the…

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The New BMW X3: It Has Connections

Have you ever found yourself on a wrong road, fumbling with an unhelpful GPS and dancing on one foot to try to get a mobile signal?

Or, maybe that bed-and-breakfast you booked wasn't quite what you expected...

When a romantic getaway turns into an awkward encounter, you'll be glad that your 2015 BMW X3 SAV has your back, with BMW ConnectedDrive Services and helpful apps, like message dictation, news, weather, and emergency call…

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BMW of Salem: Your Friend in the Automotive Business


Drivers across Oregon now they can trust BMW of Salem if they're curious about test driving one of our awesome new or pre-owned driving machines. But what they often don't realize is that our expansive headquarters at 1151 Van Ness Ave NE Salem, OR 97301 is also home to a comprehensive Service Center capable of providing routine maintenance and repairs to makes and models of all kinds. So if you're a driver…

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Discover the Potent Powertrain of the 2015 BMW X4


As we wave goodbye to 2014 and say hello to 2015, we at BMW of Salem are eager to introduce you to one of our most recent recruits to join the ranks: the all-new 2015 BMW X4.  This sporty, little stunner is as delightful to drive as it is eye-catching -- and, that, friends ... is a very good thing, indeed.  Have a look at it here:

So, what exactly is beneath the hood of this brilliant…

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This Naughty Newbie's a Knockout: 2015 BMW M4

When you know, you know.  And, when it comes to the brand new 2015 BMW M4, we at BMW of Salem knew from the moment we first laid eyes on it that it was destined for big things.  Turns out we weren't too far off.  Take a listen to what the automotive gurus at AutoGuide.com had to say about it in the clip below:

Of course, there's really no arguing with a…

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