This summer, BMW spices things up by introducing three new versions of the 7 Series in the US. The 2024 740i xDrive leads the pack, priced at $99,400. This cost includes a $995 fee for shipping and handling. Its heart beats with the same 375-horsepower inline-six engine that powers the …
Read More »2023 BMW M2 in Singapore: Priced Like a Supercar
Discussing car prices isn’t merely about the cheaper US-tagged BMWs compared to their German counterparts. Take the new M2, for example. Priced at €72,800 in Germany, it’s a steal in the US at $62,200. Now, let’s pivot to Singapore. Here, this rear-wheel-drive coupe commands a supercar price. Why? Singapore’s taxes …
Read More »The times are a-changing: Driving the BMW G70 735i
Bold, unconventional and daring, with a distinctive yet controversial design language that deviated from the conservative visual progression of its predecessors and packed with the latest technological features ever to be fitted to an automobile, the fourth generation of the 7-Series (chassis code E65/E66) was one of BMW’s most polarizing …
Read More »The Ultimate Showdown: BMW M2 vs. Toyota Supra vs. Nissan Z
Automotive enthusiasts have long debated the rivalry between German and Japanese sports cars. Recently, The Straight Pipes, put the new G87 BMW M2 up against two of Japan’s most iconic sports cars – the Toyota Supra and the Nissan Z. The BMW M2 features a 3.0-liter inline-six engine producing 405 …
Read More »Why Automakers Choose Clay Modeling Over Digital Design
For years, the automotive industry has used clay models to design their vehicles, despite the availability of advanced digital technology. Many wonder why automakers still use this traditional method. Clay modeling offers a tactile experience that digital design cannot replicate. Car designers can see and touch the clay models, making …
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