The battery sitting in your car’s engine compartment is something of an unsung hero. Most people tend to forget all about it unless it dies. But make no mistake, without a healthy 12-volt battery, you’re going nowhere fast. No battery can last forever, but they can absolutely last a good long while if you know…
The dedicated BMW roadster has seen a decent amount of press in the last month or so. Most recently, we got rumors claiming that the Z4 may be discontinued after the current generation to make way for BMW’s new electric models. Bummer. More importantly, though, our German friends have officially announced that the Z4 M40i is going to…
When you think of the BMW name, a few things probably run through your head—tons of amenities, first-class infotainment, and exciting performance are all associated with the famed marque. One thing that generally doesn’t come to mind is its ability to conquer the great outdoors, though. We think that’s a shame, considering it’s every bit…
The green vehicle revolution is in full swing—there are now more options for environmentally-conscious cars than ever before in human history. With the selection of electric luxury cars getting bigger and bigger, how are you supposed to choose the best EV for your needs? BMW has been steadily growing its electric fleet, first with the i4 and…
When we talk about a car’s performance, there are many features we can consider. How much horsepower does it have? How much torque? CCs? What about aerodynamic capability? What’s the engine’s compression ratio? What even is a compression ratio!? After a while, it feels like you have to go and get an engineering degree just to understand…
Are you ready for a bit of fine dining near Miami, but tired of your usual haunts and open to some new fun restaurants for couples on a date night? You’re in luck, as the Braman BMW Miami team is on the case, and we’ve put together a list of incredible dinner places in the…
Exactly a century ago, the Roaring ‘20s were fully underway in America—The Great War was over, culture was booming everywhere you looked, and the automotive industry saw an unprecedented boom in new technology. They say history repeats itself, so it’s no surprise that in the 2020s, the car business is starting to completely reinvent itself….
Celebrating Oktoberfest in Miami, whether it’s your first Oktoberfest or you sport your own custom lederhosen every year, is always a great time to let loose and enjoy festivities. Oktoberfest is a period from around mid-September to early October with roots in Germany, but this beloved festival is now celebrated with beer and pretzels around…
If you’re thinking of buying electric, you’re probably already weighing the electric car pros and cons. There are a lot of electric car myths out there regarding range limitations, EV charging, service and maintenance, and performance. So, let’s clear the air (in more ways than one.) Let’s dive into the facts and fiction behind EVs….
Brakes work on the principle of friction, converting the kinetic energy of a moving vehicle into heat energy to slow it down or bring it to a stop. As you might imagine, the energy required to stop a 3,000-pound vehicle is substantial. (How does Fred Flintstone still have feet?) In most cars, the brake system…
