BMW xDrive Mountain Challenge: Kaymer versus Spengler.
BMW race driver Bruno Spengler (CAN), 2012 DTM champion, and world-class golfer Martin Kaymer (GER) start their duel on icy roads in their BMW M550d xDrive and BMW 6 Series Coupé xDrive...
Shoot out: BMW M135i vs. 130i en 1 M Coupé
Vroeger was het leven eenvoudig: je had normale BMW's en je had M's. Die normale BMW's waren leuk, de M's waren leuker. Maar niet zo lang geleden introduceerde BMW de M Performance-lijn, die bestaat uit auto's die daar tussenin vallen. We gingen op pad met de nieuwe BMW M135i en vergelijken hem met twee van zijn voorgangers: de 1M Coupé en de 130i. Wat is de beste, wat is de leukste en vooral: wat is de beste koop?
BMW M550d X Drive Road Test - CHRIS HARRIS ON CARS
BMW M550d X Drive road test.
It has more torque than the space shuttle and BMW claims it will do over 40mpg. BMW also says it won't be selling the car in the UK or the US, the places that DRIVE is most commonly viewed. But when something has 3 turbos, you've got to go drive it at 155mph: no?
BMW xDrive All-Wheel Drive vs. The Competition
At the 3 Series comparison drive this summer, we put our xDrive All-Wheel Drive system to the test against our competitors. Watch to see which one came out on top.
Ariel Atom V8 vs 600bhp rallycross Citroen DS3 vs BMW HP4 superbike drag race - autocar.co.uk
Which is faster? A pared-down, bare knuckle track toy, a state-of-the-art superbike or a front-running rallycross car? Steve Sutcliffe referees the match between an Ariel Atom V8, a BMW HP4 superbike and a top Citroen DS3 rallycross contender in the ultimate quarter-mile showdown.
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Indian Hill Climb Racing - Top Gear Christmas Special 2011 - BBC
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Jeremy, Richard and James organise a hill climbing race for the locals. If only Jeremy could be sporting and let them win... not when British pride is at stake!
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Doing a Ganesh on their cars - Top Gear Christmas Special 2011 - BBC
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Jeremy Richard and James do a "Ganesh" (making sure something starts auspiciously) on their cars to celebrate Indian and British relations, before setting off to a trade reception in Delhi.
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Paul's Thoughts - 2013 BMW F800GS
Paul Guillien, Touratech-USA's General Manager, shares his thoughts on BMW's updated mid-weight adventure bike, the 2013 F800GS.
Having ridden nearly every adventure bike on the market, both on and off-road, Guillien is able to provide a unique perspective on BMW's updated F800GS. "I've spent the bulk of my time adventure riding on this motorcycle," said Guillien, "I've logged about 10,000 miles, half of which were off-road on a 2009 F800GS and I am really excited to test the new 2013 F800GS."
"The F800GS was the first mid-weight adventure motorcycle," says Guillien. "Prior to its arrival, your only options were 650 singles and 1200cc twin cylinder bikes, but this was the first parallel twin 800cc motorcycle on the market and really created a new category." The benefit of a mid-weight motorcycle, Guillien says, "is that you still have really good power but the bike is a lot easier to manage, it's easier to turn around and it's a lot easier to get off of the sidestand, which makes it a really good fit for a lot of people."
For 2013, BMW Motorrad added a handful of new features to the F800GS, one of them is their ESA suspension system. "They've added dampening in the rear shock," said Guillien, "there's nothing in place in the front fork, but the rear has three different setting for dampening - there's normal mode, there's a comfort mode and then there's a sport mode, which you use for off-road or aggressive riding."
One of the other new features on the 2013 F800GS is a traction control system. "There's a switch that allows you to turn the traction control on and off. When you leave it on it basically cuts the ignition whenever the rear tire is spinning, which keeps the tire from rotating when you don't want it to and helps to keep the back of the motorcycle behind you," said Guillien.
Because the F800GS has long travel suspension, one of the features Guillien feels makes the F800GS such a great bike off-road, some people, however, feel that it's a little too tall. So for 2013 BMW is offering a lowered version of the F800GS, which, according to Guillien "is great because it allows more people to have both feet on the ground and be comfortable." However, if you have an F800GS that is older than 2013, Touratech offers a lowering kit which decreases the seat height of the older model bikes.
"One of my favorite features of the F800GS is the transmission," said Guillien. "It's got a really quick shifting, dirt bike feel to the six-speed gearbox, and I was relieved when I rode the 2013 model and found that they hadn't changed that."
Another feature found on the F800GS that Guillien feels is essential for off-road riding and adventure touring is the 21" front wheel. "For me it's a lot more fun to ride off-road," Guillien said, "because you can go a little faster, you can go on more interesting off-road terrain, you can actually ride on Jeep trails and things with water crossings and washouts and you can just really have a lot more fun on a bike with a bigger front wheel and taller suspension."
When asked what his overall impression of the updated F800GS, Guillien replied; "I really like the 2013 bike, it retained all of the things I liked about the older model, but they improved the suspension which was my biggest complaint, so I think that BMW did a good job addressing its weakness; they've fixed it, they've made it a better motorcycle and it continues to be my favorite bike."
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2014 Nissan GT-R vs. BMW M6 0-60 MPH Mile High Mashup Review
( http://www.TFLcar.com ) The 2014 Nissan GT-R is perhaps the world's best supercar bargain and the flagship car for the Japanese Nissan brand. The BMW M6 is also a flagship for the BMW and represents the most power and technology the German Car maker can cram into a sports car. Both cars are very similar in many important ways. They both have two doors, two turbos and four seats. The both have dual clutch transmissions and they both both have superb engines that produce over 500 HP. But the while the M5 uses a roaring V8 the Nissan GT-R makes do with a hand-built six cylinder. So which of these monster machines is faster to 60 MPH and which one is the better car. Check out another fun and informative TFLcar video Mashup video review as we find out.
BMW xDrive Moutain Challenge - Kaymer vs. Spengler
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BMW works driver Spengler and Major-winner Kaymer provided emphatic proof of their character in Kühtai in the Austrian Tyrol at the end of December. The BMW xDrive Mountain Challenge saw the Canadian and the German go head to head on winding mountain roads and in a golf match on the 2,447-metre high Pirchkogel. It all came down to a somewhat alien discipline for both of them: sledging -- and in extremely challenging winter conditions, with icy temperatures of minus 15 degrees Celsius.
In the driving duel on ice and snow-covered roads, the two protagonists could depend on the four-wheel drive expertise of their two vehicles: the BMW M550d xDrive and BMW 6 Series Coupé xDrive.
The two successful sportsmen were on their own when it came to the rather peculiar golf match, however. The first tee took them to new heights: Kaymer and Spengler teed up in a cable car and drove their opening shots through the open door into the snowy nothingness. Not a shot for those with weak nerves, but tailor-made for the two comeback champions.
The pair ended the challenge by hurtling back down into the valley on sledges. Having negotiated heavy snow drifts, they both crossed the finish line neck and neck, giving a spectacular day the thrilling finale it deserved.
"Martin was a tough opponent, but that much was already clear before we started I am an enthusiastic golfer myself, and obviously followed the action at the Ryder Cup closely as he sank that putt under such immense pressure," said Spengler. "He showed nerves of steel again today. It was great to compete against Martin in the BMW xDrive Mountain Challenge and to overcome all these challenges."
Kaymer said: "Today I learned exactly why Bruno Spengler won the DTM. He is simply impossible to shake off and fights right down to the last second. The duel with him was tougher than a lot of what I usually experience on the golf course. This kind of competition between sportsmen is great fun. It was a fantastic day."
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2014 Mercedes C63 AMG Edition 507 - Trailer
Exclusive increase in output to 373 kW (507 hp) - A new level of dynamism: the C 63 AMG "Edition 507"
Affalterbach, Feb 01, 2013
Affalterbach -- The C 63 AMG models are becoming even more dynamic: the AMG high-performance cars are being fitted with an AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine with increased output as exclusive "Edition 507" models. The increase of 37 kW (50 hp) now brings output to 373 kW (507 hp) with a maximum torque of 610 Nm, and is a result of a technology transfer from the SLS AMG: the eight-cylinder naturally aspirated engine from the super sports car features forged pistons, connecting rods and a lightweight crankshaft. An AMG high-performance composite braking system with red brake callipers is fitted as standard. The C 63 AMG "Edition 507" is designed to appeal to ambitious sports drivers who take pleasure in top-class technology as well as exclusive design and appointment details.
The C 63 AMG "Edition 507" produces 373 kW (507 hp), and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds in the guise of the Saloon and Coupé, and in 4.3 seconds as the Estate. As such it outperforms the 336 kW (457 hp) standard model by two tenths of a second, and the variants with the AMG Performance package which produce 358 kW (487 hp) by one tenth of a second each. The top speed of all variants is 280 km/h (electronically limited): this is because as standard the "Edition 507" models are fitted with the AMG Driver's package. In addition to an increase in the restriction imposed on the top speed, the package also includes a voucher for attendance of a driver training session at the AMG Driving Academy.
According to Ola Källenius,Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-AMG GmbH: "The C 63 AMG with the classic AMG 6.3-litre high-revving V8 naturally aspirated engine is one of the most popular AMG high-performance cars in the world. With the new C 63 AMG "Edition 507", we are offering our loyal customers an attractive model variant which boasts even higher performance and at the same time is visually exciting."
C 63 AMG "Edition 507" featuring technology transfer from the SLS AMG
The increase in power output to 373 kW (507 hp) at 6800 rpm comes courtesy of the modified inner workings of the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine: the forged pistons adopted from the SLS AMG, together with new connecting rods and a lightweight crankshaft, translate into a weight saving of three kilogrammes. The reduced mass inertia benefits the agility of the eight-cylinder M 156 naturally aspirated engine, which now features even higher levels of flexibility. The maximum torque has also increased by 10 Nm, jumping from 600 to 610 Nm at 5200 rpm. The titanium grey-painted variable intake manifold is a characteristic feature of the uprated V8 engine. A new engine control system rounds off the series of implemented powertrain measures.
Externally, the C 63 AMG "Edition 507" is characterised by a host of exclusive design features: most notable among these is the bonnet -- it originates from the C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series. Two openings in the distinctive aluminium bonnet help with expelling engine heat. New AMG light-alloy cross-spoke wheels with tyres in sizes 235/35 R 19 (front) and 255/30 R 19 (rear) are another exclusive feature of the "Edition 507". The AMG light-alloy wheels are produced using particularly lightweight forging technology and are available in two variants: painted in titanium grey with a high-sheen finish, or matt black with high-sheen rim flanges. AMG sports stripes in matt graphite grey above the side sill panels are yet another new feature of the exterior.
The spoiler lip on the boot lid (Saloon and Coupé only), the exterior mirror housings as well as the surrounds on the radiator grille and daytime driving lights are all finished in high-gloss black. Darkened headlamps also add a distinctively sporty touch. Available as an optional extra exclusively for the C 63 AMG "Edition 507" is the designo magno platinum paint finish.
AMG high-performance braking system featuring composite technology
As standard, the C 63 AMG "Edition 507" comes with an even more powerful AMG high-performance braking system featuring composite technology. The front axle makes use of composite brake discs measuring 360 x 36 mm. The advantages of the composite design include higher fatigue strength and lower warping characteristics. In addition, composite discs also tip the scales at a lighter weight: the reduced unsprung masses improve the response of the spring/damping elements.