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Contrary to some opinions, BMW does not stand for Best Motors in The World company. Sure, BMW branded automobiles are regarded to be some of the few engineering forms close to perfection but the letters stand for something less boisterous and more good-natured: Bayerische Motoren Werke or  Bavarian  Motor Works.The secret to their success does not lie in precise astrological predictions ...   Read more

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BMW 5 Series (F10) 2009 - Present

The new BMW 5 Series was unveiled by the German automaker on November 23 in Munich. The new generation 5 Series Sedan was developed on a new platform, dubbed F10 and boasts a larger wheelbase for improved stability and road handling. The design was thought so the new 5 Series can stand out, but at the same time ... >> Read more

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BMW 5 Series (F10) 2009 - Present

BMW 5 Series (E60) 2007 - 2009

BMW launched a revised version of the latest generation 5 Series in 2007, featuring some slightly-restyled exterior lines and new standard features. Car's new fascia included a revised front bumper - featuring larger intakes - a new grille and redeveloped headlamps. In terms of interior trimmings, the ... >> Read more

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BMW 5 Series (E60) 2007 - 2009

BMW 5 Series (E60) 2003 - 2007

BMW introduced the latest (5th) generation 5 Series in 2003, based on the entirely-new E60 automobile platform. Following the tradition of its previous generation models, the new 5 Series featured a longer and wider chassis while fitted with a new set of active safety & hi-tech components: iDrive, Active Roll ... >> Read more

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BMW 5 Series (E60) 2003 - 2007

BMW 5 Series (E39) 2000 - 2003

Starting 2000 in Europe and 2001 in the United States, BMW slightly revised its 5 Series sedan model in terms of exterior styling and engine management. First, the improved 5 Series featured redeveloped headlights, a new bumper and several other new interior components (mostly regarding car's electronics). ... >> Read more

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BMW 5 Series (E39) 2000 - 2003

BMW 5 Series (E39) 1995 - 2000

The fourth generation BMW 5 Series was introduced on the European market in 1995, based on an entirely-new E39 automobile platform. The big novelty about this model was its all-steel stiffer bodywork aimed to improve driver's safety in case of a collision. To counterbalance car's increase of weight, BMW ... >> Read more

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BMW 5 Series (E39) 1995 - 2000

BMW 5 Series (E34) 1988 - 1995

The third generation BMW 5 Series was introduced in 1988, based on an entirely new E34 automobile platform. Initially available in a saloon body style only (later, BMW would launch a first generation E34-based Touring model), the new 5 Series saloon benefited from a much stiffer bodywork aimed to improve driver's ... >> Read more

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BMW 5 Series (E34) 1988 - 1995

BMW 5 Series (E12) 1972 - 1981

BMW first introduced the 5 Series in 1972, designing it to replace the former E3 model on the mid-size luxury car sector. Based on the all-new E12 automobile platform, the BMW 5 Series was designed to challenge the Mercedes-Benz W114 sedan on its segment and came with an entry-level 1.8L or 2.0L engine configurations. ... >> Read more

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Automakers Want EV Taxation Issues Resolved
Automakers say that one of the most important issues regarding the electric car industry is the level of potential taxation for the energy used to power the EVs. Car manufacturers insist that governments address this problem asap. “We have said to a couple ... >> Read more
 
BMW Reveals 2010 Financial Plan
Three months into 2010, German carmaker BMW managed to add the numbers which made 2009 the troubled year that it was and announced today the steps it will take to improve the group's earnings in 2010. The guiding words: cautious optimism. "We are heading ... >> Read more
 
BMW 3 Series Gets New Model Grades in Australia
German carmaker BMW announced today it has introduced new Lifestyle and Exclusive editions for the BMW 3 Series Sedan and Touring on the Australian market. The Lifestyle editions add new features valued at up to AU$3,000 for a pricing increase of AU$800, while the ... >> Read more
 
2011 BMW 5 Series Touring Details, Photos and Video
German manufacturer BMW finally released official details of the new generation 5 Series Touring, based on a newly developed vehicle architecture also used for the BMW 7 Series luxury sedans. Long bonnet, short overhangs, the longest wheelbase in its segment, are ... >> Read more
 
BMW Shows Yachtsport Collection
After presenting its new Golfsport Collection, BMW has taken another step in meeting the requirements of its customers and presented its new BMW Yachtsport Collection. The producer says that all the items are made of ultramodern materials, created for demanding sailing ... >> Read more