BMW delays launch of X1 in USA
BMW X1 has been a escapee success for BMW in India and it also overtook the Audi Q5 to become Europe’s top selling premium SUV. Its demand is so far above the ground that the company has delay the crossover’s U.S. launch, according some reports.
In an interview with Car and Driver, BMW orator Tom Plucinsky said the X1 won’t be coming “until fall of 2011 at the absolute earliest.” This is because the Leipzig factory can barely keep up European orders for BMW X1 and a USA launch simply isn’t feasible at the moment.
BMW S1000RR is IBOTY 2011
BMW Motorrad’s S1000RR has won The International motorbike of The Year award 2010-2011, in its 26th year. Adjudicators members representing 14 magazines, including Autocar India, came together across the globe to determine the best of all motorcycles launched through the year. This IBOTY prize is the icing on the cake for BMW, after a jubilant debut year in the aggressive sportsbike segment, and is BMW’s third International Bike Of The Year victory.
BMW R1200GS won last IBOTY in 2004. The flexible and path-breaking Ducati Multistrada 1200 S has come in a deserving second this year, with the Honda VFR 1200F DCT and Yamaha Super Ténéré tied in third place. The latest IBOTY winner was described by jury members as: “The BMW S1000RR combines wounding edge technology, presentation and ease of use. At the same time it is a bike that works specially well on both road and track. Furthermore the BMW S1000RR represents a breakthrough for the combination of electronics to create a safer and more engaging ride.”
BMW 1 Series M Coupe priced from $47,010 and 650i Convertible from $91,375
BMW declares the base prices for various new variants which debuted at the 2011 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. In this year BMW 1 Series M Coupe will go on sale with a base MSRP of $47,010. The all-new 2012 BMW 650i Convertible will commence at $91,375. New 128i Coupe from $31,825, 128i Convertible from $37,475, 135i Coupe from $39,925, and 135i Convertible from $44,675.
The BMW 1 Series M Coupe is one of the best ever, most remarkable M vehicles ever built. It features one of the most powerful inline-6 engines BMW has ever built, massive brakes, and a very broad footprint for maximum agility and stability in the spirit of the original BMW M3, which was a race-ready special. The BMW 1 Series M Coupe will be available in limited quantity as a 2011 variant. BMW’s new 650i Convertible features a lower, wider canvas on which the designers have an elegant shape and crafted of pure dynamic presence. Going on sale as a 2012 variant, the BMW 650i Convertible features BMW’s 4400cc, “reverse flow” V-8 engine with 400 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque.
2 transmissions are available including the standard 6 speed manual and BMW’s superb optional eight speed automatic, both suited perfectly to the sport-luxury mission of the BMW 6 Series. As with the previous 6 Series Convertible, the new BMW 650i Convertible features a super insulated folding soft top which can abjure in a mere 19 seconds at vehicle speeds up to 25 miles per hour. The interior of the new BMW 650i Convertible features a fresh, ergonomic design with more passenger space, improved ergonomics, and splendid materials choices, including optional full-leather trim with contrasting stitching. The 2011 BMW 1 Series M Coupe, as well as the 2012 650i Convertible, and BMW 1 Series Coupe and Convertible arrive at authorized BMW centers this spring.
BMW S1000RR, first Turbo-charged SuperBike
BMW, the well well-known automobile manufacturer recently open the world's first turbo-charged BMW S 1000RR. The corporation is known for its ever efficient and excellent products and with this new model as well promises to maintain the same. The motorbike is accommodated with a 1000cc of engine capacity that is to assure its users with an unbelievable power of 381bhp which is thrice better than that of Honda CBR600RR and even better than that of a MotoGP bike that acquires a greatest power of around 140 bhp. The maximum torque to be produced by the new bike as well is worth mentioning being better than that of a 1800cc Goldwing.
The company from a long time have been working over the turbo treatment and now lastly have succeeded conquering all other sports bikes. The reason being for the company to get so much time with this was the complications with electronic functions of BMW S1000RR. The company make its new motor motorbike the most capable accommodating it with great speed and high power. Also the braking and suspension system of the bike are made dynamic and sound assuring better stability and control with it. Pricing details and some other features of new stunning bike are yet not displayed by the company
BMW India ranks No. 1 in the Indian luxury car segment
New Delhi. With 6246 cars delivered to customers in the calendar year 2010, BMW India has achieved leadership position in the luxury car segment in India for the second consecutive year. Dr. Andreas Schaaf, President, BMW India said, “Our commitment to India is amongst the strategic decisions of the BMW Group. In 2010, we embarked on the second wave of India market offensive with a very carefully planned and passionately executed business strategy. I am truly impressed with the entrepreneurial foresight, willingness to perform and adaptability to challenges that everyone at BMW India has demonstrated. Together with our dealer partners, we have established the strategic direction required for BMW Group’s future success in India.”
The total BMW India sales in 2010 grew by 73% over last year. The BMW 3 Series sales registered a growth of over 111%, the new BMW 5 Series of 51% and the BMW 7 Series of 53%. “We live by Premium: Our strong brand creates highly desired cars, cars with future, vehicles that inspire our customers – and will take our company to a new dimension through their success. The BMW 3 Series, the new BMW 5 Series, the new BMW 7 Series and the newly launched BMW X1 are stars from the BMW portfolio that will take our company to new heights through their success” said Dr. Andreas Schaaf.
In 2010, BMW India achieved market share of over 40 % in the luxury car segment of the Indian automotive market. BMW Group took a bold step in its Asia Strategy in 2007 by establishing the BMW India headquarters in Gurgaon (National Capital Region), a Central Parts Warehouse in Mumbai and the BMW Plant Chennai in Tamil Nadu. Presently, the BMW Plant Chennai produces the BMW 3 Series, the BMW 5 Series and the BMW X1 in petrol and diesel variants and has a capacity to produce 8000 units per year on a single shift basis. In medium term, BMW India has employed around 400 people; up to 1200 additional jobs have been created in the dealer and service network. Presently, BMW India is present at 20 locations in the Indian market.
New 2011 BMW X3 India Launch Very Soon
After catching the attention of masses with launch of its cheapest car in India, BMW X1, the luxury car maker from Germany is planning to launch yet another X-series model in the country very soon. BMW India which beat Mercedes-Benz for the No. 1 spot in luxury car market is preparing to launch the new 2011 BMW X3 in India by April this year. The new X3 was unveiled at the Paris Auto Show in September 30, 2010.
BMW stated that it would offer the new X3 in two engine options: a 2.8 litre petrol and a 3.0 litre diesel for the U.S. market. For India, sources say that BMW will likely offer the 2011 X3 powered by the same 2.0 litre diesel engine producing 177 hp & 350 Nm of maximum torque and the 2.5 litre petrol engine that produces 218 hp & 250 Nm of maximum torque as offered in the current BMW X3. BMW is already enjoying great success in the luxury car segment with its popular car models BMW 3 Series, BMW 5 Series, BMW 6 Series, BMW 7 Series, BMW Gran Turismo, BMW M Series, BMW X1, BMW X3, BMW X6, BMW Z4 and BMW X5. The German auto brand is also expanding majorly on its dealership network from its current number 20.
BMW Received Amazing Bookings For its SUV X1
The German car manufacturer, BMW has by now received 1000 bookings for their tiny Sport Utility Vehicle X1. The most surprising fact is that it is hardly been a day since its official launch in India. In order to fulfill the tremendous rising demand BMW is planning on increasing the output capacity of their Chennai unit from 5,400 units to 8,000 units.
BMW SUV X1 is the low- priced ever to be made which starts at a base price of Rs 22 lakhs. In the Indian auto industry BMW SUV X1 will certainly fight with the likes of Ford Endeavour, Mitsubishi Outlander, Nissan X-Trail, Toyota Fortuner, Honda C-RV, and Hyundai Santa Fe. BMW X1 can easily race with extravagant sedans like Honda Accord, Toyota Camry and Skoda Superb. For consumers owning a BMW brand is really admirable which is readily available at the same price.
BMW India To Create 1200 Jobs By 2011
When foreign companies comes to India they not only create a healthy competition with local brands, but also helps to create new employment opportunities for local public. BMW is the latest example. The German luxury car maker’s Indian subsidiary, BMW India, today said it would create twelve-hundered jobs in the dealer and service network by 2011. “BMW India would employ around four-hundered people by the end of 2010. Upto 1200 jobs will be created in the dealer and service network in 2011,” BMW India said in a statement.
As part of its future plans, the BMW said it planned to set up BMW dealerships of International standard across all metropolitan centres in the country. In the 1st phase, German automaker BMW India had established twelve BMW outlets in major metropolitan cities. BMW Group has invested Rs 1.1 billion till September 2010. It would be increased to Rs 1.8 billion by the end of 2012. The BMW has set up a production facility at Sriperumbudur near Chennai and manufacturers some of its latest models, include premium sedan BMW 3 Series, BMW 5 series and the SUV X1. The plant has a capacity to produce 8,000 units a year.
BMW Launches New Dealership Facility in Hyderabad
BMW India announced the opening of a new sales and service facility of KUN Exclusive at Hyderabad. This is the third KUN Exclusive facility in south India, the others being in Chennai and Coimbatore. Spread over 19,084 sq ft, the ultra modern 4S facility has a classy showroom integrated with after-sales service facility featuring Sales, Service, Spare parts and Business Systems to ensure that customers receive best-in-class pre and post sales ownership experience.
Dr. Andreas Schaaf, President, BMW India said, “BMW India is proud to launch this new facility in Hyderabad. Our business in south India is doing very well and now bigger facilities like KUN Exclusive will facilitate further progress. We are confident of the growing sales and our commitment to aggressively expand our operations in India will continue at a fast pace.”
KUN Exclusive has been a BMW dealer partner since 2007 and has one the biggest showroom facilities in south India. The new showroom in Hyderabad is located at Khairatabad and is headed by Mr. Gautam Gudigopuram, Director, KUN Exclusive.
“Our partnership with BMW India started four years back and since then every year has been full of success and tremendous growth. Today, we are very excited to launch our third facility. With this new facility in Hyderabad, KUN Exclusive also gets the opportunity to be able to reach out to more of our valued customers. There is a firm commitment to serve our growing clientele with more enthusiasm and passion.” said Mr. Gautam Gudigopuram, Director, KUN Exclusive.
The design of the showroom is based upon Reception at the Car (RATC) and Urban Street Display concept which is a signature BMW layout with a Consultation Lounge and Sales Desk close to the display area. The showroom will display up to 12 cars in an urban street display style. The workshop has 10 service bays that can service up to 40 cars per day. KUN Exclusive has employed over 45 people for its new Hyderabad facility and has also provided its staff intense training at BMW’s training centers in Singapore, Malaysia and Germany.
Headquartered in Gurgaon (National Capital Region), BMW India is a 100% subsidiary of the BMW Group. Till September 2010, BMW Group has invested 1.1 billion Indian Rupees. BMW Group’s investment in India will be increased to 1.8 billion Indian Rupees by the end of 2012. The wide range of BMW activities in India include the establishment of a production plant in Chennai (Tamil Nadu) and development of a dealer organisation across major metropolitan centres of the country.
On 29 March 2007, BMW India officially opened its production plant in Chennai. The BMW Plant Chennai produces the BMW 3 Series, BMW 5 Series and BMW X1 in petrol and diesel variants. The BMW Plant Chennai has the capacity to produce 8000 units per year. BMW India will employ around 400 people by end of 2010. Up to 1200 jobs will be created in the dealer and service network in 2011.
BMW India has set a decisive course in India by setting up BMW dealerships of international standards across all metropolitan centres of the country. In Phase I of the Dealer Network Strategy, BMW India established 12 BMW outlets in major metropolitan centres by the end of 2008 (much ahead of its original schedule). In 2011, BMW India will aggressively expand its dealer network by increasing the number of outlets to 22 across major metropolitan centres and emerging markets in India (from the present 20 outlets).
BMW to provide Free Satellite Radio
BMW Motorrad the world most popular super bike manufacturer and subsidiary of BMW Motors is going to make new experi
ment in its 2011 BMW Touring bikes in international market. The company is to provide Free Satellite Radio in all the 2011 models of Touring bikes. BMW's three most popular series such as R, and K bikes like R 1200 RT, K 1600 GT, and K 1600 GTL which are the touring motorcycles will be equipped with this features. The company has tied-up with German popular Radio named SIRIUS XM Radio. The production service will be started from January 2011. According to this tie-up, the SIRIUS Radio pack will have all the equipments and components to fit in the bikes.
The SIRIUS XM Radio to provide its services in BMW Motorcycle for one year, as per this tie-up. Now the rider will enjoy 135 channels and can listen latest sports commentary, News, Talk, entertainment and commercial free music service. The company might launch the same services in India as it is going to launch a few BMW bike in India. The BMW's coming bike are BMW K1300s, BMW S 1000RR, BMW R1200GS, BMW K 1600 GT and BMW K 1300 GT.