Each year the IIHS performs safety tests on a wide range of vehicles.  One BMW lineup that recently earned top honors from the Insurance Institute for  Highway Safety is the 2010 Chicago 5 series sedan.  An attractive, luxurious, high performing car that is also very safe sounds like an option you simply cannot pass up! Continue Reading…

In-car navigation systems are practically as standard as any other car features these days.  Nearly everyone relies on them to get where they need to without ending up in an alley that’s supposed to be Maple Street!  The in-cabin navigation systems currently found in your Chicago BMW will be getting another great enhancement:  Google Maps. Continue Reading…

Have you ever thought about owning a BMW?  I am sure it’s crossed your mind a time or two.  The luxury, combined with a stylish interior and powerful engines, is too intriguing to pass up.  If you are interested in something new, consider the Chicago 3 Series.  Continue Reading…

One of the newest 7 Series Chicago models is a very exciting drive:  the 2010 750i X Drive.  This $85-$100K  cruiser has  many of the luxurious amenities that BMW owners all over the world look for!

One common theme that can be found from many reviews of this sedan is the great handling it has on roadways.  On ideal road conditions, as well as wet pavement, this car feels a lot smaller when you drive it, versus how much larger is it overall, than say a used BMW Chicago 3 series.  The excellent handling can be attributed to the X Drive, all wheel drive system that is housed in the 7 series model.  Compared to other BMW models, adding the X drive doesn’t affect the mpg by more than 1 or 2 gallons, so choosing this option is a great choice. Continue Reading…

Integrating cell phone technology with the automotive world is an area in the spotlight right now.  Many large auto companies are working with technology giants to integrate car information with iPhones, Smartphones, and the like.

Nokia is one mobile giant that is working globally to make applications on multimedia phones that a car owner can use to communicate with their auto.  Currently, Nokia and the CE4A have released a “Terminal Mode technology specification” that they hope will be adopted as a standard for linking mobile apps and autos.  If this happens, your Chicago BMW m5 is going to get a lot more exciting! Continue Reading…