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BMW's CEO is concerned that making compact vehicles jointly with rival Mercedes-Benz of Daimler or merging their financial services operations could be a danger, he told a German newspaper. "There are clear limits. Full story...

BMW is hoping for big things from its new small 4x4. This spyshot is the first to reveal the showroom-ready X1, which will share much of its engineering with the forthcoming MINI Crossman.

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Well, what do you know -- I'm starting to become a true fan of diesel engines. That's right: while I used to criticize their noise and pollution levels just a couple of years ago, I now find them pretty fascinating, especially such pleasant units as the one that powers the 2009 BMW X5 xDrive35d, a wonderfully gifted athlete (with a few irritants, though). Full story...

Daimler would like to expand plans for cooperation "as equal partners" with BMW beyond an agreement to bundle purchasing of components, said CEO Dieter Zetsche. Full story...

Mario Theissen has counted BMW-Sauber out of any early driver speculation in regards to the 2010 Formula 1 season. Full story...

BMW, a German manufacturer of fine automobiles, found a US Manufacturer of Electrical wire and cable, Philatron, to power the new Electric MINI E. This discovery came by finding that Philatron has the most extensive UL listing for EV cable than any other wire and cable company in the world. Full story...

Premium five-door cars are popular in Europe, much less in America. But a hatchback's practicality is undeniable, and logically, we should see a lot more of this type of vehicle on our roads. Right now, there very few direct competitors to the Audi A3 in North America. BMW's 5-door 1-Series is Europe-only, Mercedes only has the less-dynamic B200 to rival it, and there are only three Japanese products that come close. Full story...

After the initial four races of the season, BMW-Sauber's was the most visibly changed Formula car in the Barcelona garages. Full story...

BMW has reported a first quarter after tax loss of EUR152m compared with a EUR487m profit a year ago. Full story...

New 6-series Convertible on track for 2011 debut

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BMW, the world's largest premium automaker, swung to a first-quarter operating loss amid sinking sales of luxury cars like the X3 premium SUV and refused to give a profit forecast for the full year. Full story...

BMW, the world's largest premium automaker, swung to a first-quarter operating loss amid sinking sales of luxury cars like the X3 premium SUV and refused to give a profit forecast for the full year. Full story...

BMW, the world's largest premium automaker, swung to a first-quarter operating loss amid sinking sales of luxury cars like the X3 premium SUV and refused to give a profit forecast for the full year. Full story...

BMW, the world's largest premium automaker, swung to a first-quarter operating loss amid sinking sales of luxury cars like the X3 premium SUV and refused to give a profit forecast for the full year. Full story...

BMW, the world's largest premium automaker, swung to a first-quarter operating loss amid sinking sales of luxury cars like the X3 premium SUV and refused to give a profit forecast for the full year. Full story...

While BMW drops KERS for Spain, Ferrari has confirmed that the controversial energy re-use technology will still feature on the F60 package this weekend in Barcelona. Full story...

German car manufacturer BMW has joined Ferrari in hinting that it is willing to quit formula one if the 'two-tier' budget cap is imposed for 2010. Full story...

Jim O'Donnell became CEO of BMW (U.S.) Holding Corp. last July, just before U.S. auto sales began to plunge. So it has been a tough start in America for the native of Scotland. But there are positive signs. Full story...

Whitby, Ontario. BMW Group Canada (BMW and MINI Brands combined) sold 2,297 vehicles in April 2009, down 17% compared to April 2008. Year-to-date sales for BMW Group Canada are 6,621 units, down 9% compared to the same period last year. BMW Brand: The new 7 Series and X6 lead the way with sales increases. Full story...

For Formula 1 teams struggling aerodynamically in 2009, the Circuit de Catalunya this weekend is unlikely to offer the right medicine. Full story...