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BMW’s M models to go turbo

BMW’s next-generation high-performance ‘M’ models will have smaller but turbocharged engines, according to Auto Week.

These improved but downsized units will offer better fuel consumption and lower emissions, yet not compromise on performance, BMW officials have promised.
First of the new turbo Ms will be the X6 xDrive M, which is to go on sale next summer; this is to have a version of BMW’s 4.4-litre V8, with output upped to around 500bhp. This engine will then be used in the next-generation M5, replacing the current model’s 5.0-litre V10.

A similar strategy will be followed with subsequent new M models, which will also eventually receive BMW’s stop-start system and other fuel-saving technologies.

BMW recalls M3

BMW is calling back 2008 and 2009 model-year M3s outfitted with the elective double-clutch serial-shift transmission in the USA.

No conventional recall has been declared in the UK as yet, but owners have been suggested to reach BMW Customer Services for further information.

North America’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration looked into charges that the transmittal software sets off a multi-stage change under hard braking, thus making the car to stall. US M3 owners have been asked to take their cars to dealerships for a free software upgrade.

BMW Concept car: The BMW X1

BMW’s baby SUV will be produced by Magna Steyr in Austria, and sales are to start at the end of next year or early 2010.

The X1 will be manufactured on a new platform resulting from that of the 1-Series; the engine line-up will feature the 120i (170bhp) and 130i (265bhp) petrol units, and 120d (177bhp) and 123d (204bhp) diesels, with BMW’s xDrive four-wheel-drive system.
This Concept X1 show car is ‘very close in styling’ to the real thing, say BMW insiders, though some of the concept’s technical features may not be available immediately from launch.

Shorter than the X3, the X1 is 4457mm long, with a 2760mm wheelbase to give a roomy interior. It has an X6-style raked tailgate, and whilst it bears a strong resemblance to all BMW’s other X models, up front it has new headlights with 3D-effect surrounds and clear glass, and new wraparound-effect LEDs for the rear taillights.


The car is comes in metallic gold paint with silver roof rails and two-tone dark grey/polished aluminum 19-inch alloy wheels.

The 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL550

Today we’ve spotted a nice big review on the web about the newest Mercedes-Benz Sl550. While reading this article you can see his opinion is quite a bit in the middle about this car, but says this car would have more style then the BMW 6 series. Well we of Wheeltronix think that ain’t right :D But thats because we are big BMW fans :D .

Well off course this new 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL550 is a great car as well, it has a great interior and some cool looks. But if we needed to choose between a BMW 6-Series or a Mercedes Sl550 we should pick a BMW 6- series probably.

Mercedes-Benz SL550 images: Click on them for a bigger view.

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Here some BMW 6 Series photo’s, and I guess we do like this ride more then the Mercedes-Benz Sl550, sorry :)

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AC Schnitzer news: The tuned BMW X6

frontside.jpgAC Schnitzer is the first company that took the opportunity to modify the BMW X6. And the results are great, but still not finished. From a decent BMW X6 they produced a nice agressive BMW X6 ride and still working on a nice performance update.

As you can see on the images below, they have modified the outside a bit with some bars, different grill and the nose of the car has been changed a bit. All that chrome is looking good on this nice black ride. If you ask us, this BMW X6 is changed in the good way.

On the inside AC Schnitzer made some different choices. They made the choice to use carbon and aluminum to decorate the car.
See the images below for the results. We like it! :)

The performance kit they are still working on will be for the diesel versions 3.0dX and the 3.5dX. These will produce some extra horsepowers for this amazing ride.

Enjoy the images!

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New BMW 7-Series: The day before..

BMW wanted to show the new 7-series on Saturday the 5th of July, but here it is already ! The newest BMW 7 Series.
The fifth generation of the BMW 7 series is a fact! Thats for sure. Here some nice images of this car.

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New BMW Concept; A super lightweight car..

BMW is searching for a long time to build a car with light materials. Well this time they are kinda busy with a new concept called “GINA”.
This ride is not made by normal materials like regular cars. Have a nice look at the video and images.

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BMW GINA Concept

BMW GINA Concept

For more images about this car, just visit the website BMW Talk. They have some awesome pictures there that you need to see if you are a real BMW fan :) Here you can find more photo’s about the BMW Gina Concept Car.

Mercedes E-class 2009 Spied!

Today we saw some hot news about the new upcomming Mercedes E-Class. Well, hot news to share with you all!
First some hot spy images about this new car :D

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Auto Express wrote: We’ve got the inside story on the latest Mercedes E-Class! Our spies have captured the clearest pictures yet of the BMW 5-Series rivaling newcomer, including the first shots of its interior.
As you can see, the cabin is strongly influenced by the S-Class luxury saloon. A large center console is topped by multi-media display screen, which is controlled by the COMAND wheel located between the front seats.
Externally, the saloon takes its cues from the recently launched C-Class, with a steeply rising waistline and distinctive character lines. At the front are bold sweptback headlamps, while moving around to the back of the car reveals LED tail lights.
Hi-tech systems will be a major feature of the mid-size Mercedes. PRE-SAFE collision warning, an ESP system that automatically adjusts the steering to compensate for cross winds and a range BlueTec diesel engines will all be available.
Expect to see the E-Class make its first public appearance at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show.

Photos: Guy Porepp

Source and more images: Auto Express

M5 by G-Power: Fastest and Most Powerful BMW

If you didn’t noticed, we are a bit BMW freaks at Wheeltronix :D
Well time to find out some news about it, and YES! we did found something really nice to know.
The newest BMW M5 series, with a supercharged V10 engine by G-Power.
The top speed of this car is in one word “insane”. With a top of 211mp/h – 340km/h.
What a ride… speechless…

What a beauty! Here more details about this hot ride!
Base Price:
2008 BMW M5 by G-Power
– € 240.000,- $367.200,00 :D

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One of the world’s fastest and most powerful street-legal BMW is made by G-Power. The 211-mph G-Power Hurricane is based on the latest BMW M5. At the heart of the high-performance sedan is a five-liter V10 engine with G-Power EVO II supercharging system that delivers 730 bhp.

To achieve the desired increase in power output of 230 bhp for the fast-revving engine that normally produces 500 bhp, G-Power, in cooperation with ASA Automotive, has developed a high-tech supercharging system. The system uses one belt-driven ASA T1-12 compressor for each cylinder bank. Contrary to conventional mechanical chargers that waste a large portion of the additional power on being driven themselves, the ASA compressor has an efficiency rate of up to 80 percent. The ASA charger is also small, which allows G-Power to install two of them in the tight confines of the M5 engine bay. With a maximum airstream volume of up to 1,200 kg per hour per cylinder bank the compressors are designed for an even higher power output. Boost pressure is limited to 0.5 bars.

The pre-compressed charge air is cooled down in a highly efficient dual-flow water-to-air intercooler system that is mounted above the engine. This measure optimizes power yield and, in combination with a larger water-cooled oil cooler with pressure reservoir, also ensures the engine’s thermal health. Specially developed mapping for engine electronics and SMG gearbox controls coordinate the perfect interaction of all new components.

The inner workings of the four-valve ten-cylinder engine are optimized for even higher engine speeds with lightweight, precision-matched high-performance forged pistons from technology partner MAHLE. The supercharged V10 engine produces its maximum power output of 730 bhp between 7,500 and 8,200 rpm. The high efficiency rate of the two superchargers, each spinning at up to 100,000 rpm and more, results in a torque diagram that rises early and at 3,800 rpm already surpasses the production engine’s peak torque of 383 lb-ft, delivered at 6,100 rpm. The new peak of 517 lb-ft is reached at 7,200 rpm.

Acceleration performance benefits accordingly. With a sprint time from rest to 60 mph of 4.1 seconds the two-ton sedan bests its production counterpart by a few tenths. With approx. ten seconds to 124 mph the advantage grows to 5.0 seconds. The 186-mph (300 km/h) barrier is shattered in less than 29.5 seconds. Contrary to the production car the G-Power Hurricane is not limited electronically to a top speed of 155 mph. Aided by the specially cooled G-Power anti-slip differential the engine propels the car to a top speed of 211 mph.

The enormous performance places extreme demands on aerodynamics, tires, suspension and brakes.

The G-Power front apron, upon request also available made from especially light carbon fiber, replaces the production part in its entirety. Its large air inlets provide optimal supply of cooling air for all radiators and front brakes. At the same time the spoiler minimizes lift on the front axle at high speeds.

The G-Power rocker panels smooth the airflow between the wheel houses and give the M5 and longer, lower and sleeker appearance. Lift on the rear axle is reduced by a spoiler lip attached to the trunk lid and the carbon-fiber rear diffuser for the G-Power rear apron.

Even better driving dynamics and more exclusive looks are the hallmark of the G-Power Silverstone 21-inch light-alloy wheels that fill out the space beneath the wheel arches perfectly. The drop-center rims have brilliant-graphite coated centers while the outer rim wells and spokes are polished. They are mounted in sizes 9.5 J x 21 with size 255/30 ZR21 tires in front and size 10.5 J x 21 wheels with size 295/25 ZR21 tires on the rear axle.

The large wheels make room for the G-Power high-performance brake system with six-piston fixed calipers and 400 x 36 millimeter brake discs on the front axle. G-Power also offers an upgrade package for the standard M5 brakes that consists of high-performance pads and brake fluid.

The M5 handling can be made even sportier by installing the height-adjustable G-Power coil-over suspension RS with nine selectable settings each for bound and rebound.

For upgrading the cockpit G-Power offers sporty components made from exposed carbon-fiber trim or an ergonomically shaped NARDO EDITION sport steering wheel covered in perforated G-Power Kjerba-Nappa leather that is a pleasure to touch.

The G-Power Hurricane is available as a fully converted car starting at 240,000 Euros. Any existing M5 – sedan and wagon – can also be upgraded with the G-Power twin-compressor system, available for 89,000 Euros. The price includes all necessary modifications to suspension, brakes and wheels. Also available are any items from the extensive G-Power tuning accessories lineup.

Source: Rsportscars

More info and pictures here.

BMW ConnectedDrive: Internet with iDrive

Internet in your car, it will be possible this year!
BMW’s iDrive system makes it’s possible that driver and passenger have unlimited Internet connection in the car.
BMW present this innovation within the framework of its connectedDrive development program, where it becomes more and more a multimedia product. In numerous conceptcars we see possibilities. But until now car manufacturer still absolutely have no effectively step taken to make the Internet also really available in the car. Within the framework of BMW ConnectedDrive the car manufacturer from München is presenting for the first time now the possibility at it. Further on in 2008 the system will become as an option deliverable on a large number of Bmw-models.

More info about this can be found on the BMW website.

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