Bimmer News Update: December 22nd 2011 – China Replacing Germany as No. 2: Cars

Hello fellow Bimmer fans! I know that many of you are probably either in your Bimmers right now or recently made the long haul to be with family and friends. The Holidays can be a stressful time but I feel that as BMW owners we are lucky, when we’re stuck in traffic, we’re stuck in a BMW.

In 2012 we’ll be kicking Bimmer.co into high-gear with a few exciting new features:

• Bimmer Social Network – talk about all things Bimmer and meet other Bimmer fans in your area.
• Bimmer Repair Directory – we have a BIG goal for next year, we’ll be putting-together one of the most extensive directories of BMW repair shops on the net. Best of all we’ll be making it easy for people to comment and share their experiences.
• More Writers – we are hiring 3-5 new writers in 2012, if you love Bimmers and want to talk about them then you might be just what we’re looking for!

Okay, now onto the latest Bimmer news hot off the press:

BMW Says Merry Christmas In A Unique Way

(Automoblog.net)

Its hard to believe Christmas is just a few days away. This time of year means getting the endless Christmas cards and well wishes from family and friends. Ever wanted to just do something different, stand out from the crowd? BMW understands. The company decided to offer a Christmas treat to enthusiasts with the “Fastest Christmas Card In the World.” (Read More)

BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe – Sneak Preview in London

(Inside Line)

According to BMW’s head of exterior design, Karim Habib, the new 6 Series Gran Coupe is the “most extreme statement of BMW’s sporty, elegant design.” Habib revealed BMW’s first ever four-door coupe at a press dinner in London, attended by Inside Line. (Read More)

BMW Takes 15.7% Stake in SGL, May Buy Stock at Favorable Price

(Bloomberg)

Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW), the world’s biggest maker of luxury cars, bought a 15.7 percent stake in lightweight-materials partner SGL Carbon SE and said it may add to the holding depending on the shares’ performance. (Read More)

BMW-Audi Battle Turns on China Replacing Germany as No. 2: Cars

(Businessweek)

China may overtake Germany as the world’s second-largest market for luxury cars behind the U.S. this year, fueled by demand for the two brands that are fighting for leadership in the category: BMW and Audi. (Read More)

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