Having explored BMW Group Japan’s contributions to the Auto Salon, let’s shift our focus to the array of BMWs exhibited at Makuhari Messe. Interestingly, BMWs played a notable role in this year’s event, marking a departure from the past when Porsches typically enjoyed a stronger presence. A standout model from …
Read More »Porsche Macan EV vs. BMW iX3: Clash of Electric SUVs
Porsche’s electric Macan, announced in 2019, is here to challenge Tesla’s Model Y dominance. BMW’s aging iX3 faces a tough opponent, set for an upgrade in 2025 on the Neue Klasse platform. The Macan EV, riding on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE), co-developed with Audi, stands out as a dedicated …
Read More »BMW M Goes Electric with Twin-Motor and Quad-Motor Options
In a chat with Ars Technica, BMW M’s CEO, Frank Van Meel, unveiled plans for future electric BMW M models. He shared that their engineers are exploring twin-motor RWD and quad-motor AWD designs. Van Meel believes the quad-motor approach could elevate the handling of these electric M cars. The technology …
Read More »BMW’s Naming Revamp: Decisions Pending
UK’s Car Magazine reported that BMW is revamping its naming system with the Neue Klasse cars in 2025. The upcoming X3 SUVs will use names like X320 and X330 for traditional versions and iX330, iX340, and iX350 for the electric ones. Two important things to note: First, the G45 BMW …
Read More »Countdown Begins for the 2023 BMW iX1 Electric SUV Debut
Despite being busy this year, BMW teases their next reveal. Through a social media post, BMW i announced a new SUV from the luxury carmaker. Now, the countdown begins for the 2023 BMW iX1 Electric SUV debut. BMW released their new 3 Series LCI and M4 CSL, but they are …
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