For more than 25 years the BMW M5 Saloon has defined the high-performance saloon segment, in the process becoming the most successful car of its type in the world. Now a new fifth-generation model raises the concept of the premium executive saloon combining track-car dynamics and supreme touring comfort to an even higher level. It features the most potent engine ever devised by BMW’s high-performance M division, here making its world premiere, along with race-bred chassis technology that includes, for the first time, an Active M differential and electronic damping control. The unique exterior design has been dictated by the technical requirements of the car, while the luxurious sports car-like cockpit offers an extensive range of innovative driver assistance systems and mobility services.
Richard Kim, the lead exterior designer for the BMW i3 an i8 discusses the technologies and freedom that helped his team develop these innovative new cars.
Toyota reveals the new GT-86, could BMW partner with Toyota on new hybrid technology, Formula One ends the season in Brazil, and Mazda reveals their new kinetic energy recovery system called i-ELoop. Fast Lane Daily hosted by Derek DeAngelis.
A built-in BMW, self diagnostic code gives the benefit of troubleshooting a failure car component. The method to retrieve the faulty codes after Check Engine light turns on. This method helps car lovers to pin point the problem and replace the defecting component quickly and cost effectively. It works on models that have same instruments and LED’s layout. Below here is the code table to interpret the meaning (put World Wide Web and period in front) pelicanparts.com/bmw/techarticles/Mult-Code_Reading/Mult-Code_Reading.htm
Take a look at this BMW cylinder head that was brought into Costa Mesa R&D Automotive Machine for some re-work. The head was resurfaced by another machine shop and leaked. Watch John Edwards as he explains the surface texture measurement and resurfacing process. Costa Mesa R&D Automotive Machine (949) 6341-6376 Don’t for get to “Click” and SUBSCRIBE.
A nearly-new 2011 BMW 335i Convertible presented by Chris Moran. The 3 Series coupe and convertible have been slightly restyled for 2011, and have been given an additional model in the form of the more sport-oriented 335is. All 335i models receive a new, more fuel-efficient turbocharged engine. The upgraded stereo is also once again branded as a Harman Kardon. Introduction They say that variety is the spice of life. If that’s true, the 2011 BMW 3 Series can make things hotter than a habanero. You can get a sedan, a wagon, a coupe and a convertible; there are two turbocharged six-cylinders, a wickedly torquey diesel engine and a regular six-cylinder that’s hardly a slouch. Then there are more add-ons to be had than ornaments for a Christmas tree. Yep, there’s really something for everyone, which partly explains why the 3 Series has been so popular for so long. Oh, and the fact that it’s one of the finest automobiles on the globe may have something to do with it, too. Now in its sixth year since the last full redesign, the BMW 3 Series soldiers on with key changes for 2011. The coupe and convertible get a mild styling refresh that only the keen eyes of Bimmerphiles will notice. More important, though, is an all-new engine for the 335i models. Its output remains the same, but the switch to a single twin-scroll turbocharger in place of the old engine’s dual single-scroll turbochargers combines with direct injection to improve fuel economy. Not only is the new 335i thriftier …
