In a move that caters to both aesthetic preferences and performance enhancements, AC Schnitzer has officially introduced a broad spectrum of aftermarket parts for the BMW 5 Series G60 and G61 models. This comprehensive offering ranges from performance upgrades to unique interior accessories, aligning with the needs of enthusiasts looking for both style and substance in their vehicle modifications. Exterior Upgrades Starting with the exterior, AC Schnitzer has engineered several aerodynamic components designed to give the BMW 5 Series a more aggressive and streamlined appearance. These include ..read more

The most powerful version of BMW’s electrified Gran Coupe is due for a refresh. It closely follows updates found throughout the rest of the 2025 4 Series Gran Coupe lineup. That translates to meaningful updates to the vehicle’s exterior, a few choice software updates, and some new color and upholstery options. Here’s what’s new for the 2025 BMW i4 M50 – and how that previous model year compares. Exterior Design Like the other i4 models, the 2025 BMW i4 M50 gets a revised front grille featuring horizontal slats. The new grille complements narrower headlights with a new lighting signature, and ..read more

Although the 2025 BMW i4 just made its debut in Beijing at Auto China 2024, the electric sedan can also be seen some 5,000 miles away. The company’s UK headquarters in Farnborough, Hampshire, has not one but two examples of the electric Gran Coupe. Posing together for the camera is an eDrive40 with the M Sport Package joined by the flagship M50. The lesser of the two is dressed to impress in Tanzanite Blue while the M Performance model comes painted in Frozen Pure Grey. Both have updated kidneys compared to the pre-LCI models. The change is more noticeable on the i4 eDrive40. The revised patte ..read more

Hot on the heels of yesterday’s world premiere in China, the 2025 BMW i4 M50 stars in its first promotional video. The best-selling product from the M division in the last two years has gone through a mild Life Cycle Impulse. Seen here is a more expensive version given the Individual matte paint. It’s called Frozen Pure Grey and has been combined with numerous glossy black accents. If you’re wondering about the wheels, this i4 M50 sits on a 20-inch set (868 M style) with a two-tone finish and contrasting M Sport red brake calipers lurking from behind. The video is a good opportunity to see the ..read more

When BMW introduced the 2025 i4 yesterday at the Auto China show in Beijing, it focused on the higher-end models. So far, we’ve only seen the electric Gran Coupe with the M Sport Package and the M50 treatment. But what about the cheapest of the bunch? While a configurator is not available for now, we did find the next best thing – an official online visualizer. BMW Deutschland’s website allows you to choose from multiple flavors of the i4. You can pick from a multitude of colors and wheel designs. The version highlighted here is the entry-level model without any options whatsoever. We’ve kept ..read more

The MINI brand has expanded its lineup with the introduction of the MINI Aceman, unveiled today in Beijing. This new electric crossover, which shares its architecture with the Cooper electric, will initially be produced in China. Positioned between the Cooper and Countryman in size, the Aceman adopts a design similar to its siblings but with subtle differences. Positioned Between The MINI Cooper Electric and Countryman The Aceman is essentially a more practical, crossover version of the traditional hatchback. Measuring 4.07 meters (160.2 inches) in length, 1.75 meters (68.9 inches) in width ..read more

Today in Beijing, the 2025 BMW i4 Facelift was unveiled ahead of the Beijing Motor Show. During the event, BMW CEO Oliver Zipse presented several new offerings, including the MINI Aceman, with a strong emphasis on electrification, positioning the BMW i4 Facelift in the spotlight. New Lights All Around The refreshed BMW i4 introduces a range of aesthetic enhancements both externally and internally. The redesigned kidney grille at the front is a significant feature, now sporting a fully enclosed upper section and an open area below. It is complemented by a glossy black lower section and a matte ..read more

With the updated 4 Series Gran Coupe coming out today, BMW figured it would be a good opportunity to talk about its commercial success. Last year, the i4 was the best-selling EV from the entire Group. More than 83,000 units were delivered in 2023 when the i4 M50 retained its title as the best-selling car from the M division. Doing the math, the i4 accounted for about 22% of all EVs delivered by BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce last year. In 2023, customers bought 375,716 vehicles that didn’t have a combustion engine. It was a massive jump of 74.1% compared to the previous year. The hike in popularit ..read more

It’s finally time for the second generation of the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe to receive its scheduled facelift. Or, in BMW speak, LCI – Life Cycle Impulse. For the 2025 model year, the hatchback gets some aesthetic improvements inside and out. Overall, it’s a pretty light refresh but breathes new life into a gracefully aging chassis. We’ll focus on the M Performance lineup of the 2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe here – the M440i. Exterior Design From the outside, the new M440i Gran Coupe gets a new kidney grille with a black high-gloss surround and horizontally aligned bars. It features prominent M ..read more

The best-selling car from BMW M in 2022 and 2023 is going through a Life Cycle Impulse. Premiering this week in Beijing at Auto China, the i4 M50 receives subtle but effective design tweaks. The LCI is pretty mild but with enough changes to keep the hot EV fresh in a hugely competitive segment. New Kidney Grille and New Lights BMW has reworked the grille to give it horizontal bars to echo the larger i5 M60. The kidneys get a high-gloss black surround while the previous front apron elements in Cerium Grey are now black as well. These changes have been made to narrow the gap to fully-fledged M c ..read more