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.
Global Auto News BMW Group and Toyota agree to Mid-to-long-term Research Collaboration BMW Group and Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced on December 1 that they signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) concerning a mid-to-long-term collaboration on next-generation environment-friendly technologies. Under the MOU, the two companies agreed on a collaborative research in the field of next-generation lithium-ion battery technologies. They have also agreed to identify and discuss other possible collaborative projects. In addition, Toyota Motor Europe (TME), TMC’s European subsidiary, and BMW Group have entered into a contract under which BMW Group is to supply 1.6 liter and 2.0 liter diesel engines to TME starting in 2014. The engines will be installed in certain Toyota-produced vehicles planned for sale in the European market. Through this agreement, Toyota plans to expand its European lineup and sales of fuel-efficient, low CO2-emission diesel-powered vehicles.
In this week’s episode of Driving Sports TV’s Extra! we check out Honda’s new Super GT racer, review the changes going into the new 2011 BMW 3-series, preview the BYD e6 electric and ask Derek D what happened to Fast Lane Daily?!
The main actor in this issue of the Car-News Magazine is the KIA Picanto. This month we are presenting you the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the Toyota Land Cruiser 60th Anniversary, the Mazda MX-5 Kaminari and the highlights at the New York Auto show and the Auto Shanghai 2011
CHECK OUT MORE AT germanautonews.com 2011 New York International Auto Show. BMW 1-Series in Valencia Orange with black leather and alcantara interior with orange contrast stitching.
