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Back in December here on the Thompson BMW blog we detailed the performance delivered from the electric system inside the i8 sports car.  This combo of a hybrid and gasoline engine delivers some incredible power and efficiency that was once thought to only be a vision of the future.

This idea that the BMW i8 is an incarnation of the future of sports cars is entirely true, as just looking at it and listing off...

It’s not every year BMW dealerships like our own Doylestown, PA location get to welcome a brand new series to the always-excellent 2014 BMW new model lineup, but in 2014, that is exactly what we get to do, and we here at the dealership personally could not be more excited. That new series is the BMW 4 Series, which is replacing the outgoing 3 Series. The models have been hit with absolutely rave initial…

When it comes to buying a BMW, you know that looks and customization are important for the individual driver. When the 2014 BMW 2 Series - including both the 228i and the M235i - was introduced earlier this week at the Detroit Auto Show, we had to check out the manufacturer's online configurator.

At the base level, the 228i has 240-horsepower four-cylinder engine and is being marketed as being a pleasurable drive with a slick design…

The BMW i8 is getting all sorts of press all across the globe, even before it has officially been released. Many all-new hybrids grab a few headlines here and there, but our Thompson BMW staff is quite certain that this particular green machine is well-worth the flurry of buzz that is has sparked.

Just like every new BMW model that you'll find in Doylestown, PA and beyond, the i8 places a heavy emphasis on...

While BMW's prowess on the road remains unrivaled as far as our Doylestown, PA staff is concerned, the brand has been known to dabble in the arts as well. That's not to say that you'll find a BMW M5 sitting alongside a Renoir or a van Gogh at Musée d'Orsay, but you've seen the vehicle; it wouldn't be entirely out of place next to a modern piece...

The annual Motor Trend's Car of the Year award is something to look forward to each year. This year, two of our new BMW models were in the running for the top honors. The BMW 4 Series and the BMW 5 Series were among the finalists accompanied by some tough competition.

The new BMW 4 Series offers two models; the 428i and 435i. Both models offer four- and six-cylinder options. For drivers seeking more…

The highly anticipated BMW 2 Series has been a topic among us at Thompson BMW for months. Now, the moment we have been waiting for has arrived: the BMW 2 Series models have debuted, and we have specifications to share with you.

Like the rest of the new BMW models available in our Doylestown, PA showroom, you can expect models packed with performance and technology. The BMW 2 Series coupes are compact luxury models, which…

Connectivity in new BMW models is quite advanced. Drivers can be connected to popular features like Pandora, Facebook, and Yelp right from their vehicle with BMW ConnectedDrive. This advanced technology also provides drivers the option to continue their connectivity outside their vehicle by using their smartphone.

The Bavarian automaker recently showed one perk to having remote access of your BMW vehicle through a smartphone. Let us set the scene for you:

A young man walks…

The current lineup of new BMW models is very versatile, appealing to a wide variety of people. But, our favorite innovative automaker, BMW, is always looking for ways to expand its reach and attract new drivers to the brand. To help this goal, BMW has developed a plan to place the BMW 1 Series on a new platform.

For the 2017 model year, there will be a new front-wheel drive option available on the BMW…

Here on the Thompson BMW blog we share a variety of BMW automotive news. Sometimes, the news is about the latest technology, safety features, or new BMW models. Today, we're going to share some information about a possible expansion of manufacturing operations in our neighboring country: Mexico.

If you're a car-buff, you may be aware that there are several automakers who have production facilities in Mexico. Our favorite Bavarian auto maker may join…