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So, you finally drove off the lot in the new 2017 BMW X3 SAV, and you’re ready to go somewhere. Well, off Interstate Five, myscenicdrives.com lists a few beautiful road trips to take within this beautiful state we call home.
USA Swimming recently announced that its longtime partnership with BMW has been extended through 2020. As the program's official automotive sponsor, BMW will contribute to the development of technology that improves athletic performance in the pool, by tracking swimmers during training and providing real-time feedback to assist in improving mechanics and stroke-efficiency.
Recently, the 2017 2 Series Coupe and the 2017 3 Series Sedan both received Top Safety Pick+ ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), as BMW continues to prove their long-term commitment to safety.
BMW prides itself in creating fantastic six-cylinder inline engines that allow each vehicle the ability to live up to being The Ultimate Driving Machine, and because of this pride and dedication, the Six-cylinder BMW M Performance TwinPower Turbo Technology Engine received Wards 2017 10 Best Engines Award. According to bmwusanews.com, the 3-liter engine found in the BMW M240i won BMW’s 33rd WardsAuto 10 Best Engine Award since 1995, keeping BMW the undisputed all-time award-winning leader, and holding the inline six cylinder's place as the all-time BMW leader.
More than enough power for a woodside ride -- The BMW #X5. pic.twitter.com/iKLsl5YCWB
— BMW USA (@BMWUSA) November 2, 2016
For the third straight year, BMW Manufacturing has set a new annual production record. During 2016, they produced 411, 171 X Model vehicles at their plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
BMW has named a new managing director for its plant in Regensburg, Germany.
And on Feb. 1, 2017, Manfred Erlacher, will take up the new position. Erlacher was the former President and CEO of BMW Manufacturing in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Knudt Flor, who is currently responsible for BMW Group corporate quality, will succeed him.
Under Erlacher’s direction, production at the South Carolina plant grew from nearly 300,000 units annually to over 400,000. The factory has also won several awards including the:
BMW released a unique film on BMWFilms.com. The Oct. 23 movie, directed by Academy Award-nominated director Neill Blomkamp, featured celebrities such as Dakota Fanning, Clive Owen, Vera Farmiga and Jon Bernthal.
Owen plays the driver, and the all-new BMW 5 Series sedan acts as his co-star/vehicle of choice. The film is a tribute to the 15th anniversary of the original series, “The Hire.” The two-season 2001-02 series featured eight short movies directed by some of Hollywood’s top talent. However, they always featured...
When you think of the BMW X series what automatically comes to mind is its spacious interior with an engine that is ready to conquer every terrain. Most importantly, each model possesses the same sports car prowess you’d expect from BMW. Let’s take a look at two models in the X Series.
BMW X1 – The BMW X1 offers the best performance in its class and some. The X1 is the most compact BMW Sports Activity Vehicle® that boasts best-in-class performance, ample headroom, and cargo space. Explore the world with peace of mind in knowing that the X1 has…
Experience your BMW like never before with BMW ConnectDrive. This system is made up of two components Driver Assistance and Service & Apps that keep you in command and connected to every part of your life right in your vehicle. Let’s explore two features in the BMW ConnectDrive.
BMW TeleService - Remotely monitor your vehicle's fluids and parts with the BMW TeleService. This service can manually or automatically transmits data to your BMW when service is needed. This system can be accessed by your BMW Service department, where they can access your vehicle-related data. Your BMW Service...
If you happen to be on the hunt for a high-flying sports coupe, we here at BMW of Salem think you more than likely would be very well-served by the Bavarian brand's latest, the all-new 2016 BMW M2.
How can we be so sure?
The video review below -- as told by AutoGuide.com Features Editor Sami Haj-Assaad -- should help spell it out. Take a peek:
Available on one, outstandingly appointed trim level, the M2 serves up on-road refinement in spades.
Standard features include 19-inch alloy wheels, xenon headlamps, keyless ignition and entry, automatic climate control, leather upholstery ...
