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Issue 101

Better Automobiles Through Automation

When it comes to building cars, robots do it better than people, and BMW’s new X3 production line puts robots to work in unprecedented ways.

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Issue 95

Being There

Wherein our author imagines himself in Europe watching BMW prepare for—and win!—the 1940 Gran Premio Brescia della Mille Miglia, the last big road race before World War II.

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Issue 93

The Other Mille Miglia Coupe

In 1938, BMW built a radical competition coupe that put the latest aerodynamic principles into action and showed off the capabilities of a strong new design department.

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Issue 92

A Good First Impression

In the spring of 1975, U.S. road racing fans found out what “BMW” really stands for.

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Issue 90

One Win, and One Win Only

With hundreds of roadracing victories to its credit, it’s no surprise that the E30 M3’s sole World Rally Championship win took place on tarmac.

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