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BMW M Motorsport Ready for Return to Prototype Racing

BMW M Motorsport has announced its return to international prototype racing. It was confirmed that an LMDh car is being developed for use in the North American IMSA series, beginning with the 2023 season with visits to Daytona, Sebring and Road Atlanta. “In entering the LMDh class, BMW M Motorsport is fulfilling the prerequisites to

BMW’s Mini Brand to be All Electric by 2030

Mini will become an all-electric vehicle brand by 2030, according to an announcement by BMW Group. Seen by BMW as the ideal brand for electric mobility, Mini will introduce its final combustion-engined model in 2025. The auto maker hopes that fully electric vehicles will account for at least 50% of all Mini deliveries by 2027. In addition

MAHLE Motorsport PowerPak Piston Kits for BMW Engines

This shelf stock PowerPak Piston kit is specifically engineered for high horsepower applications- vehicles with nitrous or power adders that greatly increase boost pressures.

Video: Engine of the Week – 600 HP Turbocharged M20B30 BMW Engine

The owner of Munich Icons brought this classic BMW back to life, complete with a turbocharged M20B30 engine rebuild capable of 600 hp!

600 HP Turbocharged M20B30 BMW Engine

When Yves Decan bought an e21 320 project car, the BMW fanatic in him took over. The owner of Munich Icons brought this classic BMW back to life, complete with a turbocharged M20B30 engine rebuild capable of 600 hp! Find out what went into the build!

MAHLE Motorsport Toyota Supra/BMW B58 PowerPak Piston Kit

The Supra/BMW B58 PowerPak kit is an excellent value for the budget minded performance engine builder as the kit includes a perfectly matched performance oil ring set.

BMW’s Twin-Turbo 3.0L Diesel to Become Marine Outboard Engine

BMW’s popular twin turbo, 3.0-liter diesel engine may be taking to the water soon. Semcon has been working in cooperation with Cimco Marine to complete a successful pilot study looking at converting the engine for marine use.

BMW S65 V8 Engine – Video

In this video series sponsored by Cometic Gasket, we will introduce you to different engine builders from all around the country and the unique engines they build, highlighting the detailed work that goes into each engine.

Building Blocks Video Series – BMW S65 V8 Engine

This BMW S65 V8 engine was built by Ron Hutter of Hutter Racing Engines in Chardon, OH. Watch the video to see what makes this engine unique.

Wards Names its Annual 10 Best Engines

For the first time in 23 years of testing, a V8 fails to earn a spot on the list, but many of the high-output turbocharged 6-cyl. engines in the competition, even some that didn’t make the cut, generate enough horsepower and torque to fill the void. Two of the honorees are return winners.

BMW’s New V12 Engine

The 6,592cc M Performance TwinPower Turbo 12-cylinder engine develops an output of 600hp at 5,500rpm and generates its peak torque of 590 lb. ft. from as low down as 1,500rpm. This enables the car to accelerate from zero to 62mph in just 3.9 seconds and on to a governed top speed of 155mph.

Wards 10 Best Engines for 2016

Now in its 22nd year, the Wards 10 Best Engines competition recognizes outstanding engines and electrified propulsion systems, as well as the technology and engineering behind them. Winners were announced Thursday, December 10.