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Test Driving Unbridled Power: The 2023 BMW XM Redefines the Family Car With 644 Horsepower

BMW has made numerous M cars since 1971, but none of them have been fully developed and built by BMW Motorsport GmbH, the brand's subsidiary that focuses on high-performance vehicles. The exception, of course, was for legendary M1 in 1978. The M1 was also the first BMW with a mid-mounted…

Why You Should Learn To Drive a Stick Shift Before it’s too Late

It was a blue 1999 Honda Accord EX with gray leather, fog lights, and a power moonroof. It wasn't sexy, expensive, or particularly fancy, but it was my first manual transmission car. Even at that time, very few sedans in dealer lots were available with a stick shift, so I…

Why Americans are Such Bad Drivers Compared to Europeans

Americans are a very specific breed of driver, and it's not all good. We like to hog the passing lane when we're not passing. We love gigantic, high-riding pickup trucks and SUVs, we can't parallel park, and the hell with roping our own gears with a manual transmission. Tack on…

Triumph TR25 Concept by Makkina

If you thought Triumph had retreated from the scene, think again, because they're back with a bang. Feast your eyes on this jaw-dropping ride. The TR25, designed by Makkina, is a cutting-edge masterpiece that will have your heart racing and your eyes glued to its sleek design. This marks the…

The Best Motorcycles with Standard ABS For Safe, Enjoyable Rides

You're likely driving a car that has an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), which debuted in the automotive industry in the late '70s and is pretty much standard equipment on every new car sold in America today. The technology is significant because it enables drivers to maintain steering control during braking,…

BMW CE 02 Urban eBike

We love when an impressive concept vehicle leads to a successful production model. Case in point: the BMW CE 02, this Urban eBike debuted in 2021 as a one-off concept of an electric bike. But now, it's seeing the light of day. What's most impressive is that few aesthetic changes…

BMW Introduces ConnectedRide Smartglasses

While they haven't hit American soil yet, the BMW ConnectedRide smartglasses are starting to make waves in the motorcycle community. Not only do they offer riders a futuristic heads-up display that car manufacturers have been integrating into their ride, BMW Motorrad promises a safer, smoother experience for motorcyclists. Designed for…

2024 BMW i5

As the venerable BMW 5 Series enters its 8th generation, the move involves electrification, to no one's surprise. It's called the i5, and it includes two models: the i5 eDrive40 and the sportier and more powerful i5 M60 xDrive. Styling is leaner and more rakish than the rather understated 7th-generation…