Double-joint front axle with spring struts and anti-roll bar
The front axle of the new BMW sports sedan is based on a proven design which provides an optimal fusion of driving dynamics and comfort. The wheel suspension combines maximum stiffness with minimum weight, while aluminium torque struts, wishbones and swivel bearings bring a substantial reduction in unsprung masses. At the same time, the absence of torque steer means the kinematics of the double-joint axle could be optimally geared to the agility and dynamism of the new BMW 3-Series. This factor also has benefits for the new BMW 3-Series' electromechanical steering system, which brings less weight to the scales, helps cut fuel consumption and, just like the suspension, damping and elastokinematics, is precisely matched to the requirements of this vehicle.
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Starting destination guidance
1. "Navigation"
2. Make a destination entry.
3. "Accept destination"
4. "Start guidance"
The route is shown on the Control Display.
The distance to the destinati ...
Advanced BMW EfficientDynamics technology puts the new BMW 1-Series in a
class of its own
Back in 2007, the BMW 1-Series set a new global benchmark, with a unique
range of technologies to reduce fuel consumption and emissions being included as
standard. Today, the new BMW 1-Series exte ...
Swapping the telephone and additional telephone
The function of the telephone and additional telephone
can be swapped automatically.
1. "Telephone".
2. "Bluetooth® (phone)".
3. "Swap phone/addit. phone" ...