i8 hybrid to be faster and more fuel efficient when it goes into production in April

BMW i8 deliveries to customers starting in June. The BMW Group plant in Leipzig announced that demand for the BMW i8 is already exceeding the planned production volume during ramp-up. Delivery of the first customer cars will start in June 2014, beginning with the main European markets. Thanks to its novel powertrain concept BMW eDrive … Read more

Progressive driving: Louis Vuitton’s forward-looking carbon fibre travel bags for plug-in hybrid

The tailor-made Louis Vuitton luggage set for the BMW i8 made from carbon fibre. Inspired by the visionary design of the BMW i8, luxury fashion house Louis Vuitton, “the pioneer of the art of travel“, created tailor-made luggage for the plug-in hybrid vehicle, a line which will be available only upon request in a selection … Read more

The 4th edition of 1.618 Sustainable Luxury to reflect time and sustainable development

 What if the future was actually hopeful, optimistic and wonderful, instead of grey, hopeless and dismal as some claim to believe? What if luxury, well-being and creativity were the norm for our future way of life? The 4th edition of 1.618 Sustainable Luxury will illustrate an exemplary approach to sustainability. The 4th Annual 1.618 Sustainable Luxury event … Read more

Green Luxury Cars to Watch for in 2014

For the past few years, Tesla was the undisputed king of the green luxury car segment. However, in 2014 the green car is throwing away its frumpy image, and you can now choose from a wide range of sleek, sporty hybrids and fully electric vehicles. Although you’ll pay for the privilege, the following luxury cars … Read more

The ultimate luxury touring motorcycle launched at 2013 LA Auto Show

BMW introduces K 1600 GTL Exclusive luxury touring bike. German automobile, motorcycle and engine manufacturing company  BMW unveiled at 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show its latest high-end grand touring motorcycle – the K 1600 GTL Exclusive luxurious model equipped with a complete set of features. With the supremacy of its 118 kW (160 hp) straight six-cylinder … Read more

New BMW Ambassador France to be unveiled at Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez regatta

For its 15th edition, from 28 September to 6 October 2013, Les Voiles de Saint Tropez will offer thousands of sailors, skippers and owners of some sublime yachts an idea, a state of mind, and a certain experience of yachting and boats. The legendary Loïck Peyron has set many international sailing records. One of these … Read more