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Castrol Edge BMW M3 Motorsports Sports Car Pictures and Details

Rohit — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:54:11 +0000

The all new Castrol EDGE BMW M3 DTM livery was revealed today as the team unveiled the new design that will adorn one of the BMW motorsport cars during the 2012 DTM season. The sponsorship marks the continuation of Castrol’s long-standing technical partnership with the iconic car manufacturer. Castrol EDGE, Castrol’s strongest oil yet, will feature prominently on the new Castrol EDGE BMW M3 DTM livery as part of a team of six BMW M3 DTM cars set to compete in the championship. image – Castrol EDGE BMW M3 DTM Sports Car Jens Marquardt,BMW Motorsport Director, said: “For many years we have put our faith in high-performance Castrol lubricants, and have celebrated countless successes together on the racetrack. For that reason, everyone here at BMW Motorsport is delighted that we are able to build on this established partnership in the DTM. Castrol EDGE is a high-performance brand, which suits our DTM project perfectly.” Castrol and BMW have a long and successful history as partners in motorsport. As well as working together on the commercial brands within the BMW group, both have teamed up across a number of motorsport properties including F1, the World Touring Car Championship, 24hour racing, and motorcycle [...]

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2012 BMW 3 Series F30 Sedan Spied In Mumbai–India Launch Soon

Kashish Bidsar — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:50:54 +0000

If you are one of the most loved brand in the country, it is your duty to amaze the consumers with new products frequently. We all know how popular BMW 3 Series is in India and the market is eagerly awaiting the next generation, 2012 3 Series, model. The F30 has been spied a number of times in countries and finally it has been spotted in India as well. There are plenty of baby bimmer lovers who cannot wait to buy this car and now I believe the time has come. The car has been caught at Mumbai port and it is expected that BMW will launch it during March or April 2012. image – 2012 BMW 3 Series First and foremost it is killing looks of the car that will definitely make you fall in love with it. A major change to the front fascia is the new sharper headlamps that merge into the kidney grille making the face appear wider. Also the hood seems to be much smoother now with less creases. Beside these the fender has also been restyled giving it a more sportier fascia. Another important thing is the reduced weight of car(40 kg lighter) that [...]

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Rumour – 2012 BMW S1000RR Superbike Launched In India ?

Kashish Bidsar — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 15:50:00 +0000

It was October 2011, when we brought you the news about the 2012 BMW S1000RR. If the latest rumour is to be believed, BMW has officially yet quietly launched the 2012 BMW S1000RR in India. If you were waiting and planning to buy this brilliant superbike, I believe its already too late now. As per BMW, the same has already booked the first lot of the motorcycle of which the one and the first ever red and white model belonging to Samir Thapar, Managing Director, JCT Ltd. It may sound surprising enough but it could be true as BMW had recently showcased the 2011 S1000RR at the 2012 Auto Expo and the launch of the next gen model was expected shortly. S1000RR has revolutionized the sports bike segment by conquering 24 percent of the market last year and is hoped to do even better this year. image – 2012 BMW S1000RR New Updates On 2012 S1000RR Include First up is the new suspension that sports modifications both at front and rear suspenders imparting better handling characteristics and head angle Reconfigured throttle for enhanced response in different riding modes New Colour Schemes Redesigned LCD engine speed display image – 2012 BMW [...]

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BMW M Diesel Performance Models Unveiled–Unmatched Power And Efficiency

Kashish Bidsar — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 13:31:34 +0000

If you are a performance car lover, there is no doubt you would not be unaware of Mercedes-Benz AMG and BMW M. Both these are subsidiaries of their respective parents and specialize in high performance luxury cars. What is so unique about these performance models is the aggressive looks, better handling & stability, higher performance and more extensive use of carbon fiber than their regular counterparts. At the 2012 Auto Expo we covered the unveiling of BMW M5 performance model, if you remember. Unlike the previous M models, as a surprise, the company has unveiled a new breed of BMW M Diesel Engine performance models lately. More expensive than their petrol counterparts though, the real beauty lies in the perfect balance of power and efficiency that these models will offer. Ruling out the speculation of one single diesel M model, the company has launched four different models: BMW M550d xDrive, BMW M550d xDrive Touring, BMW X5 M50d and BMW X6 M50d. All the models equip an all new and exclusively developed 3.0 litre 6-cylinder, in-line, CRDI diesel engine that delivers 381 BHP of max power and 740 Nm of peak torque. The impressive economy of the engine comes from BMW [...]

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2013 BMW X6 Crossover Officially Unveiled–New Features, Official Pictures and Details

Kashish Bidsar — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Looks do matter and if you are one of the top companies in the automobile industry, you are ought to bring changes to your cars each year. BMW is a popular German automaker and has contributed a lot to industry, both in terms of new vehicles and innovative technologies. The company has some really interesting products to offer of which the BMW X6 is the most unique one. For a while it was being reported that the company is testing a facelifted X6 but since it was hard to spy, it was not taken that seriously. The speculation has turned out to be true and BMW has officially unveiled the 2013 BMW X6 crossover. image – 2013 BMW X6 All of you must be thinking what is new in the 2013 X6? Well I would say BMW has not brought any drastic changes but minor yet significant changes are noticeable. While the changes are visible on the exteriors of the car, the company has left the interiors untouched. image – 2013 BMW X6 Exterior Changes Fog lights now get a matt finish housing, a more pleasing one Redesigned front bumper Standard Bi-Xenon headlamps with optional adaptive LED headlamps LED [...]

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BMW Provides Official Cars For Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon 2012

Rohit — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:34:11 +0000

BMW is the official car of the Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon 2012 held on Sunday, 15 January 2012. The BMW X6 was the lead car for the ‘Full Marathon’ which commenced from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus. The BMW X1 was the lead car for the ‘Half Marathon’ which was flagged off from Bandra Reclamation. The BMW 6 Series Convertible led the ‘Dream-Run’ on 15 January 2012 which started from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus. image – Mr. Vijay Amritraj From Standard Chartered Mumbai; Mr. Rahul Bose, Actor and Event Supporter; Mr. Christian Saffer from BMW India and Mr. Vivek B. Singh, Joint Managing Director, Procam International Dr. Andreas Schaaf, President, BMW Group India said, “Perfectly combining sporty performance with the highly efficient use of energy, every BMW incorporates the great spirit of the marathon. BMW India is proud to be associated with the spectacular event to celebrate the unstoppable and indomitable spirit of Mumbai. ” BMW Group India cheered the runners of the Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon 2012 scheduled on Sunday, 15 January 2012 from three exclusive cheering zones at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Marine Drive (Opposite Intercontinental Hotel) and Marine Drive ( Islam Gymkhana). image – Winner of Mumbai Marathon in a BMW [...]

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BMW X4 – Smaller X6 Coupe Like SUV Coming In 2014

Kashish Bidsar — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:10:38 +0000

BMW has always tried to go an extra mile by bringing new projects. We are not talking about future concept cars but the cars to be launched now. One such project is the upcoming BMW X4 coupe like SUV that is inspired by BMW X6. Previously we brought you a news where BMW officially confirmed the X4 and now more information has emerged over the internet on the same. The company has announced that it will start the production of X4 in 2014 and will invest a further $900 million in Plant Spartangburg in South California, USA between now and 2014. image – BMW X4 inspired from X6 Frank-Peter Arndt, said “This is in response to rising global demand for our BMW X models and the expansion of the BMW X family to include the BMW X4. This will create 300 new jobs by the end of this year. This will allow us to produce 350,000 units in Spartanburg in the mid-term.” image – BMW X4 inspired from X6 The X4 is a direct competitor to similar upcoming projects from other majors like Mercedes-Benz GLK, Audi Q6 and Porsche Cajun. The car, unlike the two door configuration seen in the [...]

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BMW M5 Sports Sedan Launched In India At 2012 Auto Expo – Price, Pictures, Specifications and Details

Kashish Bidsar — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:55:03 +0000

Audi unveiled the Audi S6 sports car sedan at the 2012 Auto Expo which was a real eye candy and attracted a lot of visitors at the Auto Expo 2012. On the other side of the pavilion BMW was planning something very aggressive and in competition with the S6. Although Audi S6 was not launched at the Expo, BMW launched its globally popular BMW M5 sports car and managed to get an edge over Audi. BMW M5 is a high performance version of the BMW 5 Series and its concept is very much similar to the S6, which is a sports model of Audi A6. Unlike S6 which is has been in the industry for a couple of years, the M5 is a real legend and has been impressing customers for many years. image – BMW M5 F10 Exteriors Dr. Andreas Schaaf, President, BMW Group India said, “The new BMW M5 is a high performance athlete in a business suit and is a unique blend of two worlds – performance and luxury. BMW M stands for a unique philosophy of driving pleasure – high performance, sophisticated sporting flair and aesthetics. M cars are designed to be fun. And I guarantee, the new [...]

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BMW Showcased ConnectedDrive Concept -An Intelligent Future Car At Auto Expo 2012

Kashish Bidsar — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:15:55 +0000

After the premier of BMW ConnectedDrive Concept at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, BMW brought this car to the 2012 Auto Expo. At first glance it looks like a car from a sci-fi movie and to extent, it is. In the guise of a two seat roadster it is an intelligent future car that integrates a part of the outside world with network of innovations it has. With this car BMW presents the potential of current and future in-car technology for improving safety, comfort and infotainment. It is based on a design principal that employs layers which demonstrate the connection of the vehicle with the driver, passenger and its surroundings. Dr. Andreas Schaaf, President, BMW Group India said, “Pioneering technology of the BMW Vision ConnectedDrive concept study heightens driving pleasure. BMW Vision ConnectedDrive has strengthened the leading position of BMW in the development of innovative driver assistance systems. The concept symbolises the advanced level of intelligent networking in the automobile world which sets new benchmarks in convenience, infotainment and safety.” image – BMW ConnectedDrive Concept Car BMW ConnectedDrive Concept Car Official Video The concept car’s interior is divided into three layers – comfort, infotainment and safety and three different fiber [...]

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Mini Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper Convertible and Countryman Launched In India– Price and Details

Rohit — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 19:53:07 +0000

Mini has officially launched its lineup of cars in India at the Auto Expo 2012 in New Delhi. The Mini Cooper, Mini Cooper S, Mini Cooper convertible and Mini Countryman Compact SUV will be imported to India as Completely built units or CBU and will be sold in India through the exclusive Mini dealerships. To start with, Mini will get three dealerships, two in Delhi and one in Mumbai in India. image – Mini Cars In India Dr. Kay Segler, Senior Vice President, MINI Brand Management and Business Coordination said, “By launching the new MINI ten years ago, we created the most exciting premium small car brand in the world. Our approach was: From the original to the original. Since then, we have been busy growing the MINI Family with bold models such as MINI Convertible and MINI Countryman. As one of the world‟s top growth markets, India is a great place to continue accelerating MINI‟s global momentum. We are sure MINI fans in India are as excited as we are.” image – Mini Cars In India In 2012, MINI India will establish three exclusive outlets in the Indian market: Deutsche Motoren and Bird Automotive in Delhi (National Capital Region) [...]