BMW is bringing an unpopular service to the US, locking features behind a subscription fee despite vehicles already being equipped with them.
New Jersey Bill Would Ban Automotive Feature Subscriptions
New Jersey lawmakers are taking aim at automakers that charge customers a subscription to unlock features.
BMW Will Invest in $1.7 Billion US-Based EV Production
BMW announced a major commitment to US-based electric vehicle (EV) production, with plans for a $1.7 billion investment.
Want to Use Your BMW’s Heated Seats? That Will Cost $18 Per Month.
If you thought software subscriptions were a bad thing, wait until you buy your next BMW and have to pay $18 per month to use your heated seats.
BMW CEO Not a Fan of EV-Only Strategies
Automakers may be racing to transition to electric vehicles (EVs), but BMW CEO Oliver Zipse isn’t a fan of that approach.
T-Mobile and BMW Partner to Deliver First 5G-Connect Car
T-Mobile and BMW are partnering to deliver the first 5G-connected car in the US, powered by T-Mobile Magenta Drive.
Subaru Shutting Japanese Plants in July Due to Semiconductor Shortage
The semiconductor shortage continues to take a toll, with Subaru announcing it is temporarily shutting down plants in Japan in July.
Nissan, Suzuki and Mitsubishi the Latest Automakers Impacted by Semiconductor Shortage
Nissan, Suzuki and Mitsubishi the Latest Automakers Impacted by Semiconductor Shortage
Ford, BMW and Honda’s Production Impacted by Semiconductor Crisis
Ford, BMW and Honda are all experiencing major production issues as a result of the global semiconductor shortage.
Consumer Reports: Tesla’s In-Vehicle Cameras a Privacy Concern
Consumer Reports has raised concerns about Tesla’s in-vehicle cameras, saying they represent a privacy concern.
GM Went to Far With Three-Cylinder Cars In China
Reuters is reporting that GM is backing off its attempt to only offer three-cylinder versions of some vehicles in China after facing backlash. China is known for having some of the strictest emissions and fuel efficiency regulations in the world.…
BMW M2 Inspired By Models From Motor Racing History
BMW Group unveiled the new BMW M2 Coupe. The car features a high-performance six-cylinder in-line engine, rear-wheel-drive, and lightweight aluminum M Sport suspension. The first-ever #BMW #M2 Coupé commands power and demands attention. http://t.co/KTKSO4LvE3 http://t.co/xKHM27LmKj https://t.co/AnFNQFIe20 — BMW (@BMW) October 14,…
Alphabet Doesn’t Own Its Obvious Social Media Pages, Domains
Late Monday afternoon, Google announced a major reorganization, and the establishment of a new parent company called Alphabet. For a more in-depth look at that, check here. Long story short, Larry Page is now the CEO of Alphabet, which now…
BMW Cars: The X5 M and X6 M Are Back
BMW Motorsport (M) this week revealed all of the details about its latest M series vehicles. The BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M are back and sporting more power than ever. BMW is referring to the latest revisions of…
BMW Cars, Motorcycles Hit Sales Records
BMW has been operating for nearly 100 years now. Throughout those years the company has had many popular and classic vehicles. Now it seems the auto manufacturer may be more popular than ever. BMW Group last week announced that it…
Toyota Recalls 650,000 Vehicles for Faulty Airbags
Today, Toyota announced an expansion to a recall which originally occurred in April 2013. The newly expanded recall affects an additional 650,000 vehicles in Japan, bringing the overall total to 2.27 million vehicles over the past year. The recall deals…
BMW Fire Hydrant Violation: Should Fine Be Higher?
There is a reason why citizens are told not to park in front of fire hydrants: The time taken to get around or through those cars can cause the sort of timely delays that can get other people killed. Depending…
Mini Cooper: New Changes Attempt to Modernize
The first generation of the new Mini Cooper was released in the United States in 2002, and, since then, the world has not looked back. Sales of Mini Coopers have nearly doubled over the past 12 years, even though the…
2014 Jeep Cherokee Predicted Truck of the Year
Going by press and internet buzz, the 2014 Jeep Cherokee is likely to come out on top this year at The North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards (NACTOY). This Tuesday, the NACTOY jury comprised of 48 top…
Audi Q1 Compact SUV Set for 2016 Release
It hasn’t been long since the Italian invasion of the Fiat has breached American shores and displayed the fact that Americans are truly in love with anything that appears miniature. The success of the revamped Fiat 500, along with the…