How Carbon Fiber Made it into the new BMW i3


One of the most amazing things about the upcoming 2014 BMW i3 all-electric hatchback is how light it is. Electric-powered vehicles need to try to be as light as possible in order to deliver good performance and have a good range from a single charge. When BMW was designing the i3 they decided that there was no type of metal that was going to be light or sturdy enough to form the passenger compartment. So…

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BMW X4 to Make its Debut in New York Next Month, Production-Ready for Spring

BMW crossover fans, rejoice: yesterday, the Bavarian automaker confirmed the all-new BMW X4 Sports Activity Coupe.

For those who appreciate the styling and make of the X3 but with a slightly smaller stature than the X6, this upcoming option was made for you.

The X4 graces the eye with its distinctive shape and stance (1.5 inches lower than the X3), and it will offer two trim levels for the North American market: X4 xDrive28i…

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Discover the Expert Design of the 2014 BMW X5

There is no doubt that when it comes to the ultimate in crossover vehicles, BMW leads the way. The proof is in the 2014 BMW X5 SAV which have been selling like hotcakes ever since they were shipped to dealerships towards the end of last year. Here in the Washington DC area, drivers can't seem to get enough of the premium features, smooth ride, and powerful drivetrain that the X5 provides.

Check out this…

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Don't Miss Out On the new BMW 3 Series


An all-new commercial for the BMW 3 Series has us here at our Silver Spring, MD dealership cracking up. As big fans of models like the 2014 BMW 320i, we understand where this commercial is coming from. Check it out and try not to laugh.



Hopefully you haven't made as many regrettable decisions as this poor guy, but at least he learned from his mistakes and decided to seize the opportunity when it comes…

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The BMW i3 and Samsung Galaxy Gear Join Forces


Last month at BMW of Silver Spring we did a blog post on the BMW i3. The short clip showed this EV car whipping around a test course at impressive speeds and proving to consumers that in the quest for fuel efficiency you can still drive a car that knows how to have fun.


Now we have some more exciting news about the BMW i3 and a recent collaboration with Samsung. Not only will this car be zipping around at fast speeds, but it will also let drivers be tech-savvy and fashionable at the same time.


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The World of EV's will be Turned on its Head by the BMW i3


If you take a good look at all of the fully electric vehicles currently on the market, you won't see much in the way of performance. Small size, buzzing motors and slow speeds have defined the EV category since it came into existence, but that is all about to change with the release of the new 2014 BMW i3.


This new EV from BMW will change everything you thought you knew about what electric-powered…

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Take a More In-Depth Look at the BMW i8 Plug-in Hybrid

What makes the BMW i8 Plug-in Hybrid so special? There are many components that classify it as a one of a kind model being added to the new BMW lineup. If you were to ask an auto enthusiast however, they'd say it's the model's performance and efficiency that makes it really stand out. We can't forget about its sleek sporty exterior either. To learn more about its unique technology, take a look at the video below.

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BMW November Sales Boosted by Holiday Shoppers


As we wrap up 2013, BMW is gearing up to finish the year with some strong sales numbers. This November BMW fans proved they were getting a jump on some holiday shopping, allowing sales to soar to new heights.


Last month a total of 31,752 new BMW vehicles were sold, boosting the year-to-date increase to 11.4 percent. Based on 11 months of sales with 271,891 units sold, this is the automaker's...

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The Active Tourer is Finally Heading to our Silver Spring BMW Dealer

Just over a year ago the exciting Concept Active Tourer went on display at the Paris Motor Show and everyone at BMW of Silver Spring was excited by the implications. Following the premiere, we couldn't wait to get word about when it would arrive at our showroom. And then something unexpected happened: days turned into weeks, weeks into months, and still no news on the Active Tourer front. It was almost as if someone…

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