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In keeping with the trend to enhance eco-friendly offerings within the world of automobiles, BMW developed its BMW i sub-brand that many of you may already be familiar with. The two vehicles within the lineup thus far are the BMW i3 electric hybrid, and the i8 plug-in hybrid.

Each of these models began as concepts that were well received and then quickly sent to production. The BMW i8 in particular earned quite a bit of attention, earning the Concept Car of the year award in 2012.

When it comes to concept models, Bavarian automaker BMW goes all out. At this year's OutDoor Friedrichshafen trade fair in Germany, it introduced a new wagon that is quite eye-catching. Called the BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor, this model is designed especially for drivers who plan to engage in adventurous outdoor activities.

To embellish its high-performance M Division further, BMW will be launching a new smartphone app that has all of us at Hendrick BMW Northlake quite excited. Becoming available to Apple iPhone users this summer, the M Power App will provide drivers with an easy and efficient way to track performance on both the street and race track.

With all of the updated new BMW models being added to the lineup, here at Hendrick BMW Northlake we remain dedicated to bringing you all of the details regarding what we can expect. The 2013 BMW X5 is the latest addition coming our way, so let's take a closer look.

As BMW continues developing its electro-mobility technology, the automaker realized that something needed to be done to address an issue that continues to arise with EV drivers. When charging stations are utilized at various locations, people tend to leave their vehicles plugged in for the remainder of the workday, longer than needed to allow it to fully charge. This is why BMW recently hosted a electro-mobility hackathon, bringing together 80 software developers and computer programmers that could work on making electric charging more sustainable.

Automakers are continuing to expand their markets to keep up with trends, by designing brands for the rapidly growing Chinese market. Our very own luxury brand BMW recently followed suit by debuting a new brand called Zinoro, or "Zinuo" in Chinese. Let's take a closer look at what the brand's first model will have to offer.

Although not all the details have been released, we do know that the first model will be an all-electric vehicle, most likely in the form of an SUV...

At this year's New York International Auto Show there were more than just new BMW models to get excited about. Another impressive feature unveiled by BMW included the iDrive equipped with a special app that allows drivers to have access to their audio books. This is a pretty neat development in the world of automotive technology that we feel is definitely worth exploring.

Those of you who are familiar with the BMW X6 model which was introduced in 2008, are most likely impressed with its overall design. BMW, however felt like it could take this model and make the next generation redesign even more appealing by increasing its size and making it more aggressive. Here at Hendrick BMW Northlake we are excited to uncover the details regarding what the enhancements will bring to the new BMW lineup.

Those of you in the greater Charlotte area may already be familiar with the signature BMW "double gong" sound logo that has been used in commercials and videos over the last 14 years. Although this has been a great way to help promote the new BMW lineup in the past, members of the automaker's Brand Identity Management have decided that it's time to spice it up.