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Preventing an automatic engine stop with automatic transmission
The concept To make it possible to drive away very quickly, such as at an intersection, the automatic engine stop can be actively prevented. Preventing an engine stop using the brake pedal Th ...

Drive-off assistant
This system supports driving away on gradients. The parking brake is not required. 1. Hold the vehicle in place with the foot brake. 2. Release the foot brake and drive away without delay. Afte ...

2011 BMW 1 Series M Review by Joe Wiesenfelder
Based on the BMW 1 Series, the 1 Series M takes its place among M performance versions of the 3, 5 and 6 Series cars and the X5 and X6 SUVs. Though the name "M1" seems a natural, BMW use ...