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BMW (Bayerische Motoren Werke) was founded in 1916 in Munich. The brand focuses on premium cars and motorcycles; M GmbH develops high-performance variants. MINI and Rolls-Royce are part of the BMW Group.
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Mercedes’ M139 Inline-Four Is the Most Powerful Production 4-Cylinder Ever—But It’s Not Winning Any Fans
Mercedes-AMG’s M139 inline-four has earned bragging rights as the world’s most powerful production four-cylinder engine, but that technical triumph hasn’t translated into customer enthusiasm. The 2.0-liter turbocharged unit debuted in 2019 with up to 416 horsepower in its non-hybrid form,…
Morgan’s new Midsummer Coupe is a stunning sports car with a wooden roof crossmember
Morgan has just unveiled the Midsummer Coupe, a breathtaking fixed-head sports car that doubles down on the brand’s retro charm while adding a modern twist. Only nine examples will be built, all customer-commissioned, and none are destined for the U.S.…
Bain Capital nears $8.4B deal for 51% stake in Volkswagen’s heavy-diesel unit Everllence
Private equity giant Bain Capital is set to acquire a controlling 51% stake in Volkswagen’s heavy-diesel engine unit Everllence for approximately $8.4 billion, with Volkswagen retaining a 49% holding, according to a company statement confirmed by Bloomberg. The deal is…
BMW Group Advances Physical AI in Production with Figure 03 Project in Spartanburg
The BMW Group is advancing the use of Physical AI in production with the Figure 03 project at its Plant Spartanburg in the USA. Following a successful deployment of the humanoid robot Figure 02, the next-generation Figure 03 robot will…
FCC Lifts Ban on Super-Cheap Drones, No Longer Fears Chinese Toys
The FCC has lifted its ban on the sale of new-model foreign-made drones in the US, but only for so-called 'toy drones' that meet specific criteria. These criteria include a take-off weight under 0.3 pounds, 300 feet of controllable range,…
Here’s How Many NASA Rovers Have Landed on Mars (And How Many Are Still Rolling)
NASA has successfully landed five rovers on Mars over the past three decades, with two still operational as of 2026. The first, Sojourner, touched down in 1997 as part of the Pathfinder mission, a toaster-sized six-wheeler that operated for 83…
WorldSBK at Donington: Danilo Petrucci returns as ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team fields both riders
Danilo Petrucci is set to make his comeback to the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) at Donington Park this July, following a fractured coccyx injury sustained at the Czech Republic’s Most circuit. The Italian rider will rejoin the ROKiT BMW…
BMW Innovation Campaign Enters Next Round: Humorous Videos Showcase Intelligent Technologies in BMW iX3 and i7
BMW has launched the next round of its innovation campaign, featuring humorous videos that highlight the intelligent technologies in the BMW iX3 and BMW i7. The campaign showcases five new short films that demonstrate how modern innovations can make the…
BMW Group Extends Holistic Sustainability Approach to New BMW X5
The BMW Group is extending its holistic approach to sustainability to the new BMW X5, focusing on decarbonisation, improved efficiency, and the use of secondary materials across the entire vehicle lifecycle. The aim is to minimise the carbon footprint of…
The Unique Downsides of Straight-Six Engines
Inline-six engines—often called straight-sixes—have powered legends from JDM sports cars to German muscle machines and even heavy-duty semis, and now they’re making a comeback in luxury and performance segments. But despite their smoothness and character, these long, linear powerplants come…