Tests and Features

One thousand. That’s how many units of the new 2023 BMW M4 CSL ( Competition Sport Leicht ) will be sold globally. And only 42 of those—one more than initially announced—will be allocated to the Canadian market, priced at $166,500 apiece. Since most customers will likely keep the car safely …

The BMW X7 is the Bavarian automaker's contribution to the segment of lavish (and very profitable) three-row yachts-on-wheels, a segment that was practically invented in the United States. It competes with the Mercedes-Benz GLS, the new Jeep Grand Wagoneer and, of course, the undisputed champion Cadillac Escalade. Even if the …

The quality of new vehicles has significantly declined and the number of problems reported by owners is the highest in 36 years according to J.D. Power’s 2022 Initial Quality Study (IQS) released this week. Compared with 2021 results, the industry experienced an 11-percent increase in problems per 100 vehicles, resulting …

BMW ’s transition to fully electric vehicles is a highly calculated one. I mean, when you’ve built your reputation on fantastic gasolines engines such as the TwinPower Turbo inline six-cylinder, it’s not easy to please EV enthusiasts and traditional gearheads at the same time. For BMW M, the 50-year-old motorsport …

If your budget is only compatible with five or six year-old vehicles, you obviously won’t be able to take advantage of the initial manufacturer’s warranty (unless, for example, you opt for a Mitsubishi model that has a drivetrain coverage of 10 years or 160,000 km). For that reason, choosing a …

The side windows are covered in snow, the engine is toying with the redline, and the four tires are happily dancing on sheer ice as I drift the new BMW M3 Competition xDrive around a figure-8 course... What a fabulous day on Mécaglisse's ice track in the small town of …

The BMW 3 Series remains one of the benchmarks in the compact luxury car category. A majority of consumers today prefer to go with SUVs like the X3 or X5 , but for those who fancy a more dynamic experience and don't need a large vehicle, the 3 Series is …