Reviews

Clothes Maketh Machine: Driving the BMW U10 X2 sDrive16i M Sport

“Clothes make the man,” as the old proverb goes, emphasizing the undeniable influence of appearance on perception. This sentiment echoed in modern-day theatre with the phrase “Manners maketh man,” which highlights how refinement and style can transform one’s presence and influence. This same principle can occasionally be applied to the …

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BMW M5 Review: CAR Magazine’s Take on the New Prototype

CAR Magazine recently had the opportunity to review the new BMW M5 prototype on both track and road. On challenging Welsh roads, the first noticeable feature was its width, which increased by 75 mm front track width and 48 mm rear width compared to its predecessor. Despite its hefty 2.4-tonne …

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A Dream Revisited: Driving the G81 BMW M3 Touring Competition in Japan

Punching through the six-speed in a San Remo Green metallic Z4 as I chased the rising sunlight into the horizon, A cool spring breeze swirled around me, carrying the sweet scent of Sakura blooms. The vibrant pink flowers blurred past, their beauty momentarily overshadowed by the sound of my Z4’s B58 as …

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A Soulful Spark: Driving The J01 Mini Cooper SE

Nestled along the stunning Mediterranean coastline, just 35 kilometres southwest of Barcelona and featuring 17 sandy beaches where the clear waters of the Mediterranean meet golden sand, is the picturesque town of Sitges. As I gazed out at the shimmering sea and listened to the soothing sounds of the coastal …

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All things being equal: Driving the BMW U11 iX1 eDrive20 64.8kWh

We last drove the U11 X1 in its Category-A friendly iteration a little over a year ago and while the sDrive16’s premium build quality, handsomely rugged exterior design and dynamic handling left us with enough positive impressions to overlook its slightly harsh ride and counterintuitive infotainment UI, the one thing …

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