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BMW and Toyota to collaborate on lithium-ion battery development

When the Japanese and Germans joined forces in World War II some 70 years ago, they created a lot of hardship for mankind. Now, they have come together again but this time, for a good cause. Toyota and BMW announced that they have reached an agreement to jointly research and develop the next generation lithium-ion batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles.   Such tie-ups are not new though. In 2010, Renault-Nissan-Daimler signed a three-way alliance to boost economies of scale and share hig

SYF77

SYF77

 

BMW and Toyota to co-produce LFA successor?

The Lexus LFA has got to be one of the greatest car ever made - simply because of how technologically insane it was, but more significantly, how the V10 sounded like an early 90s F1 car.   It has been over two years now that BMW and Toyota come to an agreement to work together and share technological resources to make a car that will set the pace for future cars. But ever since - there has been no work seen between the two automotive giants but recent rumours claim that the two companies are a

Regan_ong

Regan_ong

 

BMW And Mercedes may kill off some coupes and convertibles

With most of the premium brands coming out with many tiny sub-niches in the market, a couple of them are starting to realise that they might have too many models around.   Car&Driver found out when they interviewed BMW and Mercedes-Benz as they believe that a number of their body styles are under threat, including traditional coupes and convertibles.   BMW’s head of sales and marketing Ian Robertson said, “The checkerboard of body styles and segments is rather full, although there are

chitchatboy

chitchatboy

BMW Alpina B5: Comfortable Cruiser

Who says performance cars need to come with a sporty ride? Last week we tested the BMW Alpina B5 to see if Alpina's take on the performance saloon is a viable alternative to the BMW M5. So what sets this Alpina apart? Firstly, the interior has received a host of luxurious touches to set it apart from the regular 5 Series: The digital dashboard in the B5 has its own Alpina-specific design and colour scheme, for example, while the handcrafted Alpina steering wheel is made of Lavali

SGCM_editorial

SGCM_editorial

 

BMW adds another model to the 4 Series lineup

Following the launch of the BMW 4 Series Coupe and Convertible, the Gran Coupe (GC) is the third model to join the new BMW 4 Series. The 4 Series GC combines the sleek look of a two-door coupe with the functionality provided by four doors and expansive spaciousness, including a wide access luggage compartment of 480 litres, expandable to 1,300 litres, makes loading and unloading much easier.   The 4 Series has exactly the same dimensions as the two-door coupe - measuring 4,638mm long, and si

Akram_saheed

Akram_saheed

 

BMW ActiveAssist and new control systems revolutionise Sheer Driving Pleasure

After years of research, BMW is aiming to bring the vision of accident-free mobility closer to reality via BMW ActiveAssist – a package of partially and highly automated driving technologies. The experts at BMW Group Research and Technology have built a research prototype which can pilot its way at high speeds with exceptional precision, adhere to a marked out circular course regardless of road surface, and execute an obstacle-evading lane change.   http://dai.ly/x19dkpz Even when delibe

Akram_saheed

Akram_saheed

BMW 8 Series GranCoupe with little camouflage spotted

It seems like the new BMW 8 Series GranCoupe is almost ready for its debut as spy photographers spot an almost undisguised example on a trailer. As the replacement for the old 6 Series GranCoupe, the new GranCoupe is a looker in our eyes. In fact, we might go as far as saying this is the best-looking four door BMW has produced in recent years. As reported by Carscoops, the interior will likely the be same as the 8 Series Coupe and Convertible and feature the unique crystal gear selec

chitchatboy

chitchatboy

 

BMW 8 Series coupe officially revealed

The BMW 8 Series has returned to the German firm’s lineup after a near 20-year absence. A two-door coupe will be the first of three body styles that will make up the range, which will grow to include a convertible as well as four-door Gran Coupe by the end of next year.   Pitched as a rival for everything from a Mercedes S-Class Coupe right up to the Aston Martin DB11, the German firm believes it has created a car with a broader breadth of abilities than any of its competitors packaging luxury

Deeq

Deeq

BMW 740 beats the red light and drives straight into a traffic light

The following accident is a strange one. Watch it here: What Happened? The above video was captured by the cam car's dashcam while approaching a red light signal at West Coast Road. A BMW 740 drove past the cam car while straddling between lanes 1 and 2 before running the red light at an unusually slow speed. The BMW crosses the junction while travelling at a bearing towards the centre divider. Moments later, the BMW mounts the centre divider and takes out

thatJDMahboy

thatJDMahboy

BMW 535i driver shows his unhappiness with cam car with an abrupt lane cut with brake checks

Contrary to what was taught, your vehicle's high beam is seldom used as a safety feature to enhance your visibility.  More often than not, it is a visual sign of giving the motorist in front of you a middle finger.  Watch how a flash of high beam quickly turned this BMW driver unhappy:  What Happened? This incident occurred at a Tampines Expressway (TPE) exit towards Punggol Road. While traveling on lane 2, the taxi ahead of the cam car indicated his left signal and

thatJDMahboy

thatJDMahboy

 

BMW 528i to bid goodbye to inline 6 cylinder engine

BMW announced that its 528i sedan will drop its current inline six-cylinder engine in favor of a twin-turbo 2.0-liter four-cylinder for 2012. With 240 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque, the 2.0-liter engine offers identical power and an additional 30 lb-ft of torque compared to the 3.0-liter engine in the outgoing 2011 BMW 528i. BMW says the turbo four hits its horsepower peak at 5,000 rpm and reaches peak torque at a remarkably low 1,250 rpm.   The new 2.0 turbo unit will be mated to an

SYF77

SYF77

BMW 523i driver comes out of his car and pees in public. Gets caught on CCTV

The recent weekend was probably eventful for most Singaporeans and Malaysians in Singapore as the Causeway reopened for the first time in 2 years due to the pandemic.  Many Singaporeans flocked to Johor Bahru to do the things they love most: shopping, eating and pumping cheap petrol. "Sia Suay" Unfortunately, Singaporeans have become notorious in Malaysia for the wrong things during the opening weekend. This includes jacking up their car to 'effectively pump more petrol' and

thatJDMahboy

thatJDMahboy

 

BMW 520i makes a come back

The German based automaker, BMW, has finally revealed a series of engine updates for their 2012 5 Series model year, namely the 520i, 525d and 528i. For Singapore buyers, perhaps the 520i is the most interesting model to keep a lookout. Currently, the base BMW 5 series model on sale in the Lion City is the 523i, powered by a 2.5 liter straight 6 unit. It generates 204 bhp and propels the luxury sedan from 0 to 100km/h in 8.2 secs.   Providing propulsion power for the new 520i is the 2.0 liter

SYF77

SYF77

BMW 520i driver gets caught red-handed after performing a reckless lane change in front of a TP officer

Changing lanes can be a risky manoeuvre, especially with oncoming traffic behind you - That is why: (1) Our vehicles come with side mirrors; and (2) We must check our blind spots before performing a lane change. However, a BMW 520i driver does the unthinkable despite oncoming traffic approaching from behind: What Happened? After exiting the infamous Newton Circus Roundabout, a BMW 520i found himself stuck behind a Mercedes-Benz B-Class in a "go straight or rig

thatJDMahboy

thatJDMahboy

 

BMW 5 Series Driving Experience in Bonanza Circuit, Bangkok

[extract] Hosting a 5 Series Driving Experience in Thailand, the two-day event has been tailored to showcase the abilities of the different variants of the BMW 5 Series through a series of drive activities, which includes normal-road driving from Bangkok to the Khao Yai National Park.   There were different groups of journalists, each being allocated to a car at the start point near the BMW Thailand

Stockholm-Syndrome

Stockholm-Syndrome

BMW 5 Series driver loses control and flips car

Despite many manufacturers equipping their cars with many safety systems onboard their cars, they do not make the car immune to the laws of physics as we can see from these videos below. front.MP4 We got hold of these videos via some of the various random group chats that have been circulating it and from the looks of it, the accident happened earlier this morning (9 Jan 2020) while the roads were greasy from the drizzle over the day. We are not sure which part of the ECP highway

chitchatboy

chitchatboy

BMW 428 continues to speed despite front right wheel emitting white fumes

TL;DR - The front wheels of the BMW emits white smoke as the driver continues to speed on the expressway, not cutting any slack for the car.  Watch this 34-second video of the 428 looking like an ultimate driving machine.  What happened? The driver continues to speed on the road despite the front wheels busting in smoke. A smoking hot ride for this BMW.  An online netizen happened to see this incident in real life and said the BMW also gave off sparks.  Not sure abo

millanda

millanda

BMW 320i performs a reckless overtaking manoeuvre and causes a motorcyclist to skid (or did it?)

In most cases, a loss of traction is likely to occur when a car negotiates a bend at high speed due to the drastic weight shift in the car's weight distribution. As such, it is never a good idea to negotiate a bend at high speed, let alone overtake at a bend.  However, some drivers still do it regardless, such as this BMW driver:  What Happened? This incident occurred along Lornie Drive. At a bend towards Lornie highway, a BMW 320i performs an aggressive overtak

thatJDMahboy

thatJDMahboy

BMW 320i driver hits the brakes after driving past a stop line (on amber lights) and ends up hurting a Grab driver

It’s hard to pinpoint who is at the greater fault for this incident. A cam driver captures the moment when a Grabfood rider blindly tailgates behind an equally blind BMW 320i driver – and it does not end well for either of them. On Tuesday (15 March) evening, the cam car cruised down a road in Boon Lay Way behind the red BMW 320i. The Grabfood rider rode on the next lane beside both vehicles. Upon reaching the junction, the driver signaled early to other motorists that he was

unicornfloof

unicornfloof

BMW 318 driver makes a quick escape after nearly sending a cyclist flying to the heavens

It is common basic knowledge that motorists are required to give way to pedestrians or cyclists at a pedestrian crossing. Furthermore, it is quite effortless for the motorist to stop, look left and right and check clear before proceeding.  However, some drivers seem to have the neck for driving like an @ssho13.  Just like this BMW driver: What Happened? The accident above occurred at a junction along Bukit Batok West Ave 5, involving a BMW 318 and a cyclist.

thatJDMahboy

thatJDMahboy

 

BMW 3 Series gets a new challenger - from Jaguar

Jaguar's plan to make a compact sports sedan is on track for a global launch in 2015. The automaker recently released a short video, offering viewers a glimpse of the new XE sedan.   http://dai.ly/x1ewij3 The new XE will go head on with the BMW 3 Series and Lexus IS, as well as other worthy contenders in the compact sedan segment when it goes on sale in 2015. It also promises to be the most technologically advanced, featuring a lightweight aluminium construction as demonstrated on the C-X17 c

Nic_low

Nic_low

 

BMW 3 series coupe/convertible gets a makeover

Although BMW's 3-series has been arguably considered one of the best buys in the automotive market for quite some time, the Bavarians are never satisfied.   The E92/3 3-series coupes/convertibles have been heralded by the media and enthusiast's alike but it has started to show its grey hairs. Thankfully, BMW realized this and tweaked her up to get it ready to go out and woo the boys.     The revised model will bring about a bunch of modifications inside and out. They seem small but it ce

SYF77

SYF77

 

BMW 1-Series Driving Experience

I have to admit, I have never actually been on a driving road trip up North before in my (admittedly short) life.   So when BMW offered us the chance to drive its new baby, the 1-Series, up to Kuala Lumpur, I was understandably a bit excited.   I mean, city driving in Singapore is one thing. But long distance driving on the highways are a different kettle of fish altogether.   The day began at BMW's showroom at Alexandra Road. Us journalists, not quite used to early mornings, dragged ourse

BenCee

BenCee

 

BMW 1 Series, Mmmmmm

BMW, or more specifically, BMW M, recently previewed the 1 Series M in Singapore.   The 1-Series M must be one of the most eagerly-anticipated BMWs of all time. For years, there has been constant rumours and speculation going around as to whether BMW will actually make an M version of its small car, and even debate on what it would be called, since M1 was the name given to BMW's supercar of the 1980s.   Now that it's finally here, BMW M fans can definitely rejoice.   While us Singaporeans

BenCee

BenCee

 

BMW 1 Series Performance Accessories concept car is something I'd avoid

[extract] BMW has brought out the new BMW 1 Series Performance Accessories concept car for the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. It basically has the usual bells and whistles that you would find in any tuning kit. This means a different front and rear bumpers, new side skirts, bits of carbon fiber here and there, sports suspension to get that lowered tuned look, the larger wheel and tire combo, interior retrim, M sport steering wheel and lastly, a BBK

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Rigval

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