2012 Detroit Auto Show: What’s NEW on BMW’s 2012 3 Series?

Author: Shawn Molnar

BMW has never been caught sitting on their hands when it comes to improving upon the class-founding 3 Series. Now in its sixth generation, the F30 3 series had big shoes to fill. The E90 it replaces was a fine car that never lost sight of the “Ultimate Driving Machine” mandate, while concurrently bringing considerable steps in technology and comfort.

BMW wins U.S. luxury sales crown

BMW beats Mercedes to claim first U.S. luxury sales crown Lexus' 11-year reign ends DETROIT -- BMW fended off a late-year surge by rival Mercedes-Benz to win its first title as best-selling luxury brand in the United States. BMW said its U.S. sales rose 15 percent to 26,834 in December, for an annual total of 247,907. Mercedes said its sales last month climbed 28 percent to 25,701, pushing its tally for the year to 245,192. The results officially end Lexus' 11-year reign atop the U.S. luxury rankings.