Morning Reads: 27 June 2007

[Mika]

Today’s Birthdays / Calendar (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/calendar.php?do=getinfo&day=2007-6-27&c=1)

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Motorcycle News:

roadracingworld.com (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?lnk=rss&article=29445)
More on the Michelin tire recall

twistingashpalt.com (http://twistingasphalt.com/index.php/archives/2007/06/26/cws-5-questions-with-pierre-terblanche/)
CW’s 5 Questions with Ducati designer Pierre Terblanche

amadirectlink.com (http://www.amadirectlink.com/news/2007/smilie.asp)
Smilie renames to Motorcycle Safety Council

beatnikbiker.com (http://beatnikbiker.com/2007/06/26/motorcycle-movie-guide/)
Motorcycle movie guide

Rumors:

forbes.com (http://www.forbes.com/markets/2007/06/25/harley-sales-baird-markets-equity-cx_af_0625markets22.html)
Harley: Born to be mild

The rumors and analysis keep on coming out.

Other News:

boingboing.com (http://www.boingboing.net/2007/06/26/creepy_interesting_a.html)
Creepy, interesting, and real -- a short link roundup
Their headline and I tend to agree with it.

jsonline.com (http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=623644)
Homegrown hops
Brewers thirst for organic ingredient

msnbc.msn.com (http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/19418097/site/newsweek/?from=rss)
Not So Stealthy Anymore
Doctors have finally come up with a set of symptoms that may help diagnose ovarian cancer earlier. Now the challenge is to get the word out.

motoring.co.za (http://www.motoring.co.za/index.php?from=rss_Motoring&fArticleId=3902440)
‘Chinese” MG launched at Silverstone

Feature:

How I spent a good part of the past weekend.
twincities.com (http://photo.twincities.com/index.php/2007/06/24/msra-street-rods-video/)
MSRA Street Rods {VIDEO}
1:08 min


Book Review:

sports.espn.go.com (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2914094)
Green and Golden Moments
Reflecting on Difficult Times

“Editor's note: The following excerpt from the book "Green and Golden Moments", written by Green Bay Packers chairman of the board and chief executive officer Bob Harlan (with Dale Hofmann), chronicles the events that led to the firing of coach Ray Rhodes and hiring of Mike Sherman as his replacement after the 1999 season”


Blog Update:

Salcar ( http://www.salcar.net/blog/2007/06/in-panama.html)

2009 Dakar Attempt ( http://www.2009dakar.com/blog/)

A Boy And His Bike ( http://aboyandhisbike.com/2007/06/26/sunny-with-airplanes/)

Allen Madding’s Musings ( http://allenmadding.blogspot.com/)

Down the Road a Peace ( http://downtheroadapeace.blogspot.com/)

Faster and Faster ( http://sameerkumar.blogspot.com/)

Forty Years on Two Wheels ( http://40on2.blogspot.com/)

GoBackpacking ( http://www.gobackpacking.com/Blog/)

Guilty Truth ( http://guiltycustoms.com/blog/)

Headlines form Our Favorite Biker Blogs ( http://motorcycleleathers.viralinks.com/)

Helmet Hair ( http://www.helmethairblog.com/)

Hunting the Snark ( http://www.huntingthesnark.net/index.php/2007/06/26/an-apology/)

K’Telon tour of the World ( http://ktelontour.blogspot.com/)

MadTV ( http://www.madtv.me.uk/blog.aspx)

Meanderings on Two Wheels ( http://ridingtwowheels.blogspot.com/)

Nelson’s BMW airhead motorcycles ( http://1978r100rs-airhead.blogspot.com/)

On the Road Again ( http://invictamoto.blogspot.com/)

Ride it like you stole it! ( http://feeds.feedburner.com/RideItLikeYouStoleIt)

The sum of all my synns ( http://firstsynn.blogspot.com/)

TWT Forums ( http://www.twtex.com/forums/external.php?type=RSS2)


Riding Skills:

webbikeworld.com (http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-training/msf/experienced-rider-course/)
MSF Experienced rider Course - Review


Technology:

I WANT ONE!
Bikes in the Fast lane (http://blogs.motorbiker.org/blogs.nsf/dx/06262007141108MWEGB2.htm)
USB2 Motorcycle Engine Hub

Wonderings:

The Kneeslider asks the question I have been wondering about.

thekneeslider.com (http://thekneeslider.com/archives/2007/06/26/why-so-much-harley-davidson-merger-talk/)
Why so much Harley Davidson merger talk?


M.R. Traveler

albertleatribune.com (http://www.albertleatribune.com/articles/2007/06/22/sports/sports3.txt)
Lost in the boondocks? Nope

Weather

West Bend WI
Current (http://www.weather.com/weather/local/USWI0733?from=search_current)

10 Day Forcast (http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/USWI0733?from=36hr_topnav_undeclared )

United States
National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (http://www.noaa.gov/)

Canada
Meteorological Service of Canada (http://www.weatheroffice.ec.gc.ca/canada_e.html)


Today’s RoadFood.com ( http://www.roadfood.com/)

Woot

Todays Woot ( http://www.woot.com/Default.aspx)

The Blog ( http://www.woot.com/Blog/Default.aspx)

Over Heard in New York | Voice of the City (http://www.overheardinnewyork.com/)


All things BMW

autoblog.com (http://www.autoblog.com/2007/06/26/mercedes-doesnt-want-to-play-nice-with-bmw/)autoblog.com[/url]
Mercedes doesn’t want to play nice with BMW

BMW Group Press Club: Page 2 [/url


Morning Reads: RALLY PAGES

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A resource of information and links to information for use at the 2007 Rally

RALLY PAGES

What do you need to know to go to the rally…

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SHIPPING TO THE INT'L RALLY
How do I ship my gear to the Rally?
Packages will not be accepted before July 2.
Send your shipments to:
YOUR NAME, C/O BMW Rally, Washington County Fair Park, 3000 Hwy PV, West Bend, WI 53095

[url=http://www.bmwmoa.org/rally/rally07/]The 35th BMWMOA International Rally Home Page (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?p=217705&posted=1#post217705)
With links to:
Lodging (http://www.bmwmoa.org/rally/rally07/lodging.htm)
Volunteer (http://www.bmwmoa.org/rally/rally07/volunteer.htm)
Rally Forum (http://bmwmoa.org/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=11)
FAQs (http://www.bmwmoa.org/rally/rally07/faq.htm)
Secure Services (http://stl.bmwmoa.org/scriptcontent/index.cfm?activesection=home)

Rally Schedule (http://www.bmwmoa.org/rally/rally07/schedule.htm)

Entertainment Schedule (http://www.bmwmoa.org/rally/rally07/stage_schedule.htm)

Track Day in Wisconsin, July 13 (http://www.bmwmoa.org//rally/rally07/track.htm)

Event Registration (https://stl.bmwmoa.org/source/Meetings/cMeetingFunctionDetail.cfm?section=unknown&PRODUCT_MAJOR=RALLY2007&FUNCTIONSTARTDISPLAYROW=1)

Link to registration form (http://www.bmwmoa.org/rally/rally07/RallyPreReg_2007.pdf)

BMW MOA Foundation Rally Classes – 2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/rally/rally07/BMWMOA_Foundation_07rally_reg.pdf)

WISCONSIN

Trails.com (http://www.trails.com/toptrails.asp?area=14497): Best Scenic Drives in Wisconsin

WisconsinMotorcycling.com (http://www.wisconsinmotorcycling.com/)

TravelWisconsin.com (http://www.travelwisconsin.com/maps_guides.aspx) : Maps and Guides - Who doesn't love a free map or travel brochure? Take your pick below. You can download them for instant fulfillment. Or have us mail honest-to-goodness printed versions right to your door.

State of Wisconsin Portal (http://www.wisconsin.gov/state/home/app?COMMAND=gov.wi.state.cpp.command.LoadPortalHom e)

TravelWisconsin.com (http://www.travelwisconsin.com/) the official state tourism site.

Washington County home page (http://www.co.washington.wi.us/washington/home.jsp)

West Bend home page (http://www.ci.west-bend.wi.us/) and FAQ (http://www.ci.west-bend.wi.us/FAQ's/faq's.htm)

Washington County Fair Park (http://www.wcfairpark.com/fair.php)

Free Travel Maps & Guides (http://www.travelwisconsin.com/maps_guides.aspx)

DOT – Wisconsin – Maps (http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/travel/maps/) – A variety of online maps and resources. Bicycle maps, detailed county (check out the double letter roads!), rest areas, main trunk highways, truck routs, work zones and map ordering sources.

Rustic Roads (http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/travel/scenic/maps.htm)

Rustic Roads program goals
to identify and preserve in a natural and essentially undisturbed condition certain designated roads having unusual or outstanding natural beauty, by virtue of native vegetation along with natural or man-made features associated with the road

to provide a linear park-like system for vehicular, bicycle and pedestrian travel for quiet and leisurely enjoyment by local residents and the general public alike

to maintain and administer these roads to provide safe public travel, yet preserve the rustic and scenic qualities through use of appropriate maintenance and design standards, and encouragement of zoning for land use compatibility, utility regulations and billboard control

DNR.state.WI (http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks/) – Wisconsin State Park System
Admission sticker information and fees (http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks/fees/index.html)

Online Travel Center (http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/travel/travel-center.htm) - The Travel Center is a collection of interactive maps that display important and timely information to assist travelers in making choices for safe and enjoyable trips through Wisconsin.

Milwaukee-area current travel information (http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/travel/milwaukee/index.htm)

Wisconsin State Patorl office locations (http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/about/locate/sp/offices.htm)

Southeast Region
Wisconsin State Patrol Waukesha Post
Captain Varla J. Bishop, Commander
Lieutenant Theodore J. Meagher, Executive Officer
21115 East Moreland Boulevard
Waukesha, WI 53186-2985
Phone: (262) 785-4700
Fax: (262) 785-4723
Waukesha Post counties:
Serves Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington and Waukesha

Custard Stand List of Wisconsin (http://www.custardlist.com/stands/statelist?s=WI)

Wisconsin Artisan Dairy Association (http://www.wisconsindairyartisan.com/index.html)

Wisconsin Winery Association (http://www.wiswine.com/)

Wisconsin Cheese and Dairy Product Information (http://www.wisdairy.com/)

Wisconsin Attractions – Lighthouses (http://www.wisconline.com/attractions/lighthouses.html)

The Yellowstone Trail – Wisconsin (http://www.yellowstonetrail.org/id195.htm)

Wisconsin Sport Bike Roads (http://www.sportbikeroads.com/wi.htm)

The Mustard Museum of Mount Horeb (http://www.mustardweb.com/)

Wisconsin Brewpubs and Micro Breweries (http://brewpubzone.com/States/Wisconsin.html)


Weather
West Bend WI
Current (http://www.weather.com/weather/local/USWI0733?from=search_current)

10 Day Forcast (http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/USWI0733?from=36hr_topnav_undeclared )

United States
National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (http://www.noaa.gov/)

Canada
Meteorological Service of Canada (http://www.weatheroffice.ec.gc.ca/canada_e.html)

http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/images/headers/logo-dot-header.gif (http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/travel/driving-cond.htm)
Travel Information – Driving Conditions and other related information sites.


Bike Candy

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[Mika]

BMW Group Press Club:

Tracking the news from BMW at their English language sites and Germany

PressClub USA

2008 BMW 6 SERIES: The Authentic, Progressive Grand Touring Automobiles with Newly Updated Styling, Interior Refinements and New Luxury Options

Woodcliff Lake, NJ - June 26th, 2007... Featuring highly attractive modifications to their characteristic design, interiors further refined in many details and boasting new color highlights, as well as innovations in drive technology and driver assistance and safety systems, the new BMW 6 Series Coupe and the BMW 6 Series Convertible offer a greater thrill and more style than ever before.
Indeed, through their looks and style, combined with cutting-edge technology, both models are authentic representations of the classic Grand Touring automobile featuring modern highlights together with classic qualities.

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Brilliant performance is delivered by the eight-cylinder powerplant in the BMW 650i Coupe and the BMW 650i Convertible. Developing 360 hp from an engine capacity of 4.8 liters, this power unit allows truly dynamic performance combined with incomparable smoothness and refinement.
The new six-speed Sport Automatic transmission is tailored perfectly to the character of the BMW 6 Series, combining comfortable cruising with the option at any time to use the full power and muscle of the engine for all-out acceleration and driving dynamics.

Style and sport are indeed inherent characteristics of the BMW 6 Series: either as an elegant Sports Coupe in the proud tradition of a genuine Grand Touring Coupe or as a dynamic Luxury Convertible enabling the driver and passengers to enjoy the wind rushing by in an incomparable manner. Both models combine their strengths with the convincing everyday driving qualities of a large and spacious 2+2-seater.

The BMW 6 Series Coupe and Convertible stand for a heritage of no less than 70 years dedicated to the thrill of mobility and success in motorsport. Cars such as the BMW 327/328 Coupe, the BMW 3200 CS, the BMW 3.0 CSi and the first generation of the BMW 6 Series to this day represent the unique combination of elegance and competition-oriented sportiness so characteristic of BMW.

The history of dynamic driving pleasure with nothing but the sky above was originally introduced in the BMW 327 Convertible, the BMW 335 Convertible, and the BMW 503 Convertible, all of them milestones in technology and design, with a strong and lasting impact on the ongoing development of the brand and its products.

[Mika]

PressClub Canada

By autumn 2007 around 40% of all BMW Group new car sales in Europe with maximum CO2 emission of 140g / km

Munich. The BMW development strategy EfficientDynamics continues to be pursued consistently with new models optimised for reduced fuel consumption and exhaust emissions. For model year 2008, the launch of especially efficient engines also in the high-volume BMW 3 Series will make a major contribution to the overall reduction in exhaust emissions. By autumn 2007 around 40% of all BMW Group (BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce) cars sold in Europe come with maximum C02 emissions of 140g per kilometre. They confirm the obviousness of the measures that were initiated in the BMW engineering departments 5 years ago.

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Model Output
(kW/bhp) Fuel consumption in EU test cycle
(l/100km) CO2 emissions in EU test cycle
(g/km) Change as compared to previous model (%)

BMW 5 Series diesel

BMW 520d 130/177 5.1 136 -14%
BMW 520d Touring 130/177 5.3 140 -14%

BMW 3 Series diesel

BMW 320d 130/177 4.8 128 -16%
BMW 320d Touring 130/177 4.9 131 -17%
BMW 320d Coupé 130/177 4.8 128 on the market since 4/07
BMW 318d 105/143 4.7 123 -18%
BMW 318d Touring 105/143 4.8 125 -19%

BMW 1 Series petrol engine

BMW 118i (5-door) 105/143 5.9 140 on the market since 4/07
BMW 118i (3-door) 105/143 5.9 140 on the market since 4/07
BMW 116i (5-door) 90/122 5.8 139 -23%
BMW 116i (3-door) 90/122 5.8 139 -23%

BMW 1 Series diesel

BMW 123d (5-door) 150/204 5.2 138 no predecessor
BMW 123d (3-door) 150/204 5.2 138 no predecessor
BMW 120d (5-door) 130 /177 4.8 128 on the market since 4/07
BMW 120d (3-door) 130 /177 4.8 128 on the market since 4/07
BMW 118d (5-door) 105/143 4.5 119 on the market since 4/07
BMW 118d (3-door) 105/143 4.5 119 on the market since 4/07


In the model year 2008, the number of BMW Group vehicles with a maximum CO2 level of 140 g per kilometre increases to 22. Three of them are MINI models and two of them belong to an additional BMW model line. This extension of the range of especially low-emission models is made possible by the newly developed 4-cylinder petrol and diesel engines for the BMW 3 Series and the market launch of the new BMW 123d and the new BMW 520d.

With its average consumption of 5.1 litres of diesel per 100 kilometres as determined by the EU test cycle and a CO2 level of 136 g per kilometre, the BMW 520d sets new standards in its segment. The new 1.6 litre 4-cylinder with direct injection in lean combustion operation makes the most efficient of the petrol engines, resulting in outstanding levels in terms of fuel consumption and exhaust emissions in the new BMW 116i (5,8 litres, 139 g). The 4-cylinder diesel engine with Twin Turbo in the new BMW 123d (5.2 litres, 138 g) provides an especially fascinating combination of driving fun and economy. There are also new engines available for the BMW X5, the BMW X3 and the new BMW 6 Series which provide a unique relationship between driving dynamics and economy as compared to the competition within their respective vehicle categories.

The innovations developed as part of the BMW EfficientDynamics strategy are available to customers as standard in all new BMW models. With the ongoing introduction of new efficiency-increasing measures in all series, BMW is ensuring that its technologies to reduce fuel consumption and exhaust emissions will become as widespread as possible.

Increased dynamic performance, reduced CO2 - the result of a long-term strategy.

The variety of highly economic models across the various model series is the result of the long-term and consistently pursued development strategy BMW EfficientDynamics.

Within the voluntary VDA commitment BMW reduced fleet C02 emissions already by 30 per cent between 1990 and 2005. Development work continues to focus on the aim to ensure that each new model surpasses its predecessor both in driving dynamics and in economy. In conjunction with BMW's outstanding expertise in the field of engine development, this has led to the production of vehicles which set new benchmarks in both areas within their various competitive environments. The optimisation of fuel consumption and exhaust emission levels is not only limited to special models but is a standard component of the product substance in all new vehicles.

Increased output, lower fuel consumption - this principle applies to all model series for the engine types newly introduced in the model year 2008. It is implemented with new petrol and diesel engines as well as with a wide range of engine measures which increase efficiency.

High Precision Injection for 6 and 4-cylinder engines.
In addition to the in-line 6-cylinder engines, BMW's 4-cylinder power units now also have petrol direction injection in its second generation. The technology is known as High Precision Injection and enables so-called lean combustion operation across a broad engine speed range, resulting in significant reductions in fuel consumption in everyday traffic. The highly precise and efficient fuel injection is carried out by piezo injectors which are positioned between the valves in the cylinder head and thus in immediate proximity to the spark plug.
In the model year 2008, 4-cylinder engines with High Precision Injection in lean combustion operation are used in the new BMW 520i, in all versions of the BMW 3 Series and the BMW 1 Series. In addition to the two engines already introduced with a capacity of 2.0 litres each, a new 1.6 litre petrol direct injection engine in the new BMW 116i now also sees its premiere. As compared to the predecessor engine in each case, the three new 4-cylinders have an output which is has been increased by between 5 and 15 kW. Nonetheless, fuel consumption in the models fitted with these engines drops by up to 23 per cent.

4-cylinder diesel with the latest common rail technology and now also with Variable Twin Turbo.

In the model year 2008 , the new generation of 4-cylinder diesel engines is also completed. The 2.0 litre lightweight construction aluminium units are now available in up to three output levels for the BMW 5 Series, the BMW 3 Series and the BMW 1 Series as well as the BMW X3. They are fitted with the latest version of common rail injection, in which piezo injectors convey the fuel into the combustion chambers - at a pressure of up to 2,000 bar for the first time. The most powerful version of the new 4-cylinder diesel engine is presented in the BMW 1 Series. It has a supercharging technology referred to as Variable Twin Turbo which was already used in the BMW in-line 6-cylinder diesel engines. This system consists of two turbochargers of different sizes. Due to is low moment of inertia, the smaller of the two turbochargers develops its performance-enhancing effect even at low engine speeds and without any noticeable delay. As the engine speed increases, the larger turbocharger comes into use. This combination ensures an impressive level of power delivery which is unsurpassed in its spontaneity.

The new 4-cylinder in the BMW 123d delivers 150 kW/204 bhp and is thus the world's first all-aluminium diesel engine with a power output per litre of over 100 bhp. Due to its extremely precise fuel dosage and the high level of efficiency of its combustion process, it also achieves top figures in terms of economy - just like the other two new diesel engines. The BMW 123d makes do with 5.2 litres of diesel per 100 kilometres in the EU test cycle. Its CO2 level is 138 g per kilometre.
Even greater efficiency thanks to brake energy regeneration, Auto Start Stop Function and needs-oriented control of ancillary units.

In addition to the design of engines which are optimised for reduced fuel consumption and exhaust emissions, the development strategy BMW EfficientDynamics also includes a wide range of other measures which contribute to the increase of driving pleasure and economy in each new model. Among other things, the focus here is on weight optimisation, reduction of road resistance and the improvement of aerodynamics. Measurable progress towards favourable fuel consumption levels can also be made by means of intelligent energy management. In the model year 2008 there is a further increased number of vehicles in which these measures have been applied. The combination of measures to increase efficiency in the vehicle and within the engine environment is specifically adapted to each model and engine type. The measures are thus not limited to special models but are an integral part of every vehicle's standard fittings.

In future, all models of the BMW 6 Series, BMW 5 Series, BMW 3 and BMW 1 Series as well as the BMW X5 will be fitted with brake energy regeneration. It is the result of intelligent energy flow management which leads to a more efficient use of the energy contained in the fuel and increased dynamic performance on acceleration manoeuvres. By means of brake energy regeneration, the generation of electrical current for the vehicle power supply is focused on the vehicle's trailing throttle and braking phases. During the pulling phases, however, the generator is decoupled, providing more drive energy for conversion into driving dynamics.

Auto Start Stop Function was presented for the first time in spring 2007 in the new BMW 1 Series and in the BMW 320i Coupé/Convertible. In the model year 2008 enables a reduction of idling phases on interim stops at junctions or in traffic jams in all other 4-cylinder versions of the BMW 3 Series. As soon as the driver puts the gear lever into the neutral position and removes his foot from the clutch, the engine is automatically switched off. As soon as further travel is possible, it is sufficient to activate the clutch and the engine starts without delay.

These measures reduce the amount of electrical energy required, and as a result the generator has to convert significantly less primary energy into electrical current. A special low viscosity transmission oil contributes to the reduction of frictional loss. What is more, optimised heat management for the rear-axle drive ensures that frictional resistance is reduced more quickly after starting. The reduction of aerodynamic resistance also supports the decrease of fuel consumption. With cooling air flaps which open or close depending on the driving situation and which are actively controlled in some models, the aerodynamic properties of a vehicle can be further optimised.

The driver also receives support in the choice of the most economical driving style from the gear shift indicator. This system uses data provided by the engine control unit to calculate in each situation the most favourable point at which to shift down or up from the point of view of economical fuel consumption. The signal to change gear appears in the instrument panel. Here an arrow symbol and a figure show which gear would be most suitable for economical motoring.
BMW EfficientDynamics is a fixed element of every new BMW. The selection of measures is tailored specifically to each model, however. The following list shows which features are available in which models.

Brake Energy Regeneration: as standard in all models of the BMW 6 Series,
BMW 5 Series, BMW 3 Series and BMW 1 Series as well as the BMW X5.

Auto Start Stop Function: as standard in all models with 4-cylinder engine (petrol and diesel) and manual transmission in the BMW 3 Series and BMW 1 Series.

Gear shift indicator: as standard in all models with manual transmission of the BMW 6 Series, BMW 5 Series, BMW 3 Series and BMW 1 Series.

Electrical steering: as standard in all models of the BMW 3 Series and BMW 1 Series except for the BMW 335i and the all wheel drive models.

Varioserv steering pump: as standard in the BMW 630i, 635d and all models of the BMW 5 Series and BMW X3.

Air conditioning decompressing with decoupling function: as standard in all models of the BMW 6 Series, BMW 5 Series, BMW X5, BMW 3 Series, BMW 1 Series except for the BMW 335i, 330d, 325d.

Electrical water pump: as standard in all models with 6 and 4-cylinder petrol engine of the BMW 6 Series, BMW 5 Series, BMW 3 Series and BMW 1 Series, in the BMW X3 (without X3 2.0i) and BMW X5.

Active aerodynamics: as standard in the BMW 635d, in all models of the BMW 5 Series, BMW 3 Series. BMW 1 Series and BMW X3 (without X3 2.0i, X3 3.0sd), BMW X5. Not available in 335i, 335d and all-wheel drive models of the 3 and 5 Series.

Tyres with reduced rolling resistance: Standard tyres in the BMW 525i, BMW 525d, BMW 520i, BMW 520d and in all models of the BMW 3 Series and BMW 1 Series, as well as BMW X3 (except X3 3.0sd) and BMW X5.


BMW EfficientDynamics enables leading position in all segments.

The engines and model variations launched in the model year 2008 secure a leading position in terms of efficiency in all the relevant segments for BMW. This is the result of the development strategy BMW EfficientDynamics, which has been pursued by the BMW Group for many years in engine development and today already provides an impressive response to the demands of the future in terms of fuel consumption and exhaust emission levels. The result: dynamic vehicles with significantly reduced fuel consumption and CO2 levels as compared to the predecessor models in each case.

The leading position occupied by the new BMW models within their competitive field does not arise from a short-term shift of priorities but is based on a fundamental and long-term orientation of development work. In the new models, technological developments are used which were decided as part of the BMW EfficientDynamics strategy some five years ago and which have now reached a state of readiness for serial production. As a result, not only the highly efficient petrol and diesel engines but also extensive measures for the reduction of fuel consumption and exhaust emissions are now available to a large number of new models. Thus the highly effective package to increase efficiency is not limited to individual special models or niches but forms an integral part of the standard fittings of all new BMW models.




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[PAULBACH]

Mika,

Any truth to the rumor that right after Switzerland beats New Zealand in the America's cup that BMW is going to buy the V-Rod (http://thekneeslider.com/archives/2007/06/26/why-so-much-harley-davidson-merger-talk/)as a foundation for a new S line?

You read it on Morning Reads first.

:brow

[sjbmw]

Could one even imagine Honda buying Harley?

HOG rallies would be a repeat of Jonestown.