Most 2026 BMW 2 Series models rely on turbocharged four-cylinder engines, while the M240i uses the excellent B58 inline-six.

For years, Acura was the safe choice and BMW was the risky one. That story is changing. BMW has quietly improved its engines and drivetrains, while Acura has faced unexpected recalls. Reliability is ...

Smaller, more powerful and fuel-efficient engines don’t seem to have great long term reliability. Engine recalls from major automakers such as GM, Toyota and Honda have cost billions of dollars. Moves ...

BMW is looking into bringing back range extenders for some of its EVs. The German brand used a gas engine in the quirky first-generation i3 to boost its range. Now, the setup could return in the large ...

The rise of artificial intelligence has produced serial writers to science and medical journals, most likely using chatbots to boost the number of citations they’ve published. By Gina Kolata Letters ...

BMW has a reputation for engineering performance-oriented engines, but reliability can vary widely across different models and generations. Some engines are legendary for longevity, handling high ...

Nearly 200,000 BMW owners are being told to park outside due to a risk of fire that is present whether the cars are being driven or not. The risk, publicized by the National Highway Traffic Safety ...

BMW is recalling nearly 200,000 vehicles due to a potential fire risk, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported. The affected vehicles' engine starter may overheat, ...

Introduced in 2015 as the successor of the N55 engine family, the B58 is a marvelous turbo inline-six lump that is often compared to the 2JZ-GTE of the fourth-generation Toyota Supra. Capable of up to ...

BMW is not giving up on combustion-powered cars, despite investing billions in an all-new EV platform. The German automaker bets on powertrain diversity for the foreseeable future. That’s because not ...