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The 1,000 Kilometer Challenge: BMW iX3 Shatters Expectations on a Single Charge

Range anxiety is becoming a relic of the past, and BMW is setting a new, definitive standard for electric endurance. The all-new 2026 BMW iX3 (NA5) , the first vehicle built on the revolutionary Neue Klasse platform, has not just met its maximum estimated range of 805 kilometers (500 miles)—it has absolutely shattered it, proving the incredible efficiency engineered into BMW’s electric future. The Unstoppable Journey: Debrecen to the Welt In an impressive, non-stop hypermiling test, the iX3 traveled the nearly impossible distance from its birthplace at the state-of-the-art Debrecen plant in Hungary all the way to BMW’s historic home in Munich, finishing its epic run at the BMW Welt —the iconic museum and delivery center that symbolizes the heart of the brand. Using its massive 108.7-kWh battery pack, the electric crossover covered an astonishing 1,007.7 kilometers (626.1 miles) on a single charge. Crucially, the vehicle still had 2% of its charge remaining upon arrival, meaning a few...

Celebrating Five Decades of Driving Excellence: The BMW 3 Series 50 Jahre Edition

Next year, in 2026, an automotive icon reaches a monumental milestone: the BMW 3 Series turns 50. For half a century, this single model has been the undisputed heart and soul of the BMW brand, defining what an "ultimate driving machine" truly means. It’s the quintessential sports sedan, an automotive chameleon equally adept at the daily commute, a serene road trip, or a thrilling track session. Since its debut at the Olympic Stadium in Munich in 1975, the 3 Series has been the aspirational choice for countless drivers seeking a practical family car with an uncompromised enthusiast spirit. A Tribute in Color: The 3 Series 50 Jahre Edition To honor this incredible legacy, BMW is releasing a very special edition for the 2026 model year: the BMW 3 Series 50 Jahre Edition . "Jahre," meaning "years" in German, signifies a profound celebration, and BMW is ensuring this edition is truly memorable. This exclusive model will be offered in a limited palette of five h...

The Collector’s Choice: BMW Launches Hyper-Exclusive Individual Editions

In celebration of its 30th anniversary in South Korea, BMW is upholding a unique tradition by launching a spectacular, highly limited lineup of Individual special edition vehicles. Available exclusively through the brand’s online shop, these five models represent the pinnacle of personalization, blending rare factory paint finishes, extensive carbon accents, and meticulous high-spec options into instant collector's items. The defining characteristic? Extreme scarcity, with production runs capped at just nine or ten units for each model globally. The Grand Finale: M Performance Coupes and the M5 Touring Debut Leading the charge is what may be one of the final special editions of the current-generation 8 Series. The M850i Gran Coupe Individual Dark Emerald Edition is an undeniable beauty, limited to just 10 units. Each model is finished in the luxurious Individual Dark Emerald Metallic paint, complemented by a carbon exterior package and sophisticated 20-inch black wheel...

A Historic Shift: The Electric Revolution Takes Over BMW’s Munich Home

Big things are happening at BMW as the company prepares to solidify its electric future. The German automaker is breaking an unwritten rule that has been in effect for half a century, signalling a powerful commitment to the next generation of e-mobility. This monumental change centers on the heart of the brand: the legendary 3 Series. The 3 Series Moves Out to Welcome the i3 Since 1975, the 3 Series Sedan, arguably BMW’s most important model, has been built at the company’s main plant in Munich, Germany. That all changes in the second half of 2026. The next-generation, Neue Klasse-based BMW i3 will take the reins, kicking the internal-combustion 3 Series sedan out of its historic home. This massive organizational shift, announced quietly in the company's recent earnings documents, shows unequivocally that BMW is taking its electric vision seriously. While it may be leaving its birthplace, the combustion-powered 3 Series is far from sidelined. Though not yet officially confirmed, t...

Elevating the Standard: Why Every Future BMW M Car Will Start at the Competition Level

BMW is taking a bold, customer-driven step to cement its position at the pinnacle of high-performance driving. In a strategic move designed to simplify the lineup and deliver maximum value, the performance division is announcing that the celebrated Competition specification will become the new standard for all future M models. This is not a change; it is an elevation of the M badge itself. The Voice of the Enthusiast: M Listens to the Drivers The decision to standardize the Competition model was based on overwhelming feedback from the people who know M cars best: the owners. As BMW M CEO Frank van Meel recently confirmed, the choice was clear: "More than 80 percent of our customers went straight for the Competition. So we said, let's just make that the standard one." In essence, the performance that once required an upgrade package is now the minimum expectation for every new M model. The base M model is being absorbed into the Competition spec, establishing a higher t...