BMW, like most automakers these days, is shifting more attention towards efficiency. But, while fuel economy is now a larger part of BMW’s focus, they still are very concerned with performance as well. BMW recently announced the return of the four-cylinder powertrain, something which has been out of their lineup since 1997. This follows a similar announcement by Porsche, who recently unveiled plans to release a turbocharged flat-four for the first time since 1995.

BMW’s new inline 4-cylinder will displace 2 liters, produce 240 horsepower, and 260 pounds-feet of torque. It will combine twin-scroll turbocharging, direct injection, and BMW’s Valvetronic proprietary variable valve timing system.

While it is still unclear which models will be equipped with the 4-cylinder, one can suspect likely candidates include the 1 Series, 3 Series, and X1 once it launches in the United States. BM’s engine will likely arrive in select models later this year.

In a related story, BMW is also working to make your car key more functional through advanced wireless technology. Technology called NFC, short for Near Field Communications, is planned to be included in next generation Android phones and the iPhone 5. BMW, however, is ahead of the curve. They plan to utilize NFC technology in the next generation ConnectedDrive to expand the functions of car keys.

Soon, BMW hopes, you will be opening gates, viewing your vehicles’ details, unlocking hotel room doors, purchasing tickets, booking reservations, and making payments all with the help of your advanced car key. You can watch a video about the technology below.

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Travis Pastrana, driving his modified Subaru Impreza, climbed Mount Washington in 6 minutes and 20.47 seconds, shattering the old record set in 1998 by 22 seconds. Pastrana, famous for being an extreme sports competitor and world-class rally car driver, averaged 72 miles per hour up the mountain. This was his first attempt at driving up Mount Washington and he plans to attempt to break his own record in June of next year during the Climb to the Clouds race.

Subaru, meanwhile, just released the specs behind the 2011 Impreza WRX. The Impreza WRX and WRX STI will see big improvements from their tamer brother’s 170 horsepower 2.5 liter engine. Both will feature a 2.5 liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine. The WRX will have 265 horsepower while the STI’s advanced turbocharger will push out 305 horsepower.

Automatic transmission is not an option in this street-legal rally car. The WRX will come with a 5-speed manual and the STI will have an upgraded close-ratio 6-speed manual along with Brembo performance breaks. Both vehicles will have incline assist for smooth starts on hills. Tech savvy buyers of the WRX or STI will be pleased to see that Bluetooth connectivity, iPod controls, and a USB port come standard on all models.

Source: http://readme.readmedia.com/Subaru-Car-Rockets-to-Record-Mountain-Climb/1733095

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Porsche revealed the final specifications of the 2011 Cayenne during a private event in Germany last month. The Cayenne will be offered with plenty of engine options. Choose from an entry-level 3.6-liter V-6 with 300-horsepower, a naturally aspirated 4.8-liter V-8 with 400-horsepower or a range-topping twin-turbocharged 4.8-liter V-8 with 500-horsepower. An 8-speed automatic transmission will come standard.

The new Porsche SUV will also be more fuel efficient, about 23% more efficient to be exact. That is thanks in part to a drop in weight. A 10% lighter Cayenne will allow for greater performance as well.

If you want the luxury of a sport utility vehicle and the performance of a Porsche the second-generation Cayenne is a perfect fit that wont empty your wallet at the gas pumps.

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Car Magazine is reporting BMW will use the third-generation MINI platform to build a new compact car.

The so-called “0 Series” (internally referred to as the “Untere Kompactklasse”, German for “Lower Compact Class”) will be slotted between the MINI and 1 Series to go up against Audi’s A1 and Mercedes’ A-Class.

Because it is based on the MINI platform, the 0 Series will be front wheel drive, a first for BMW.

Efficiency being its main selling point, the 0 Series will likely make use of BMW’s three or four cylinder engines and will help the company’s fleet meet CO2 and MPG requirements. A hybrid or electric version may also be a possibility.

Car Magazine reports the new car will come in two- and four-door hatchback versions as well as a two-door roadster.

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