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BMW Performace Brake System

Nothing is more challenging than delivering breathtaking performance. It required strength, innovative thinking and the courage to rewrite rules.

Something that is only possible when driven by true dedication. Dedication that never cases more forward, direct, focused uncompromising.

If you are looking for all the above in cars, there are the BMW M Series models for you.

BMW M3 GTS Competition Model from BMW Welt Munich Germany.

Just tap the accelerator in any BMW M Series car and you will flying on the road or on the racetrack, it depends on, where at you drive… However with thrilling acceleration, you need to have amazing braking power too.

The greater the the power under your right leg, the greater the importance of control. It is not just how fast your BMW can go from 0 to 100 km/hour that matters, but also how fast it can go from 100 km or from higher to speed to 0.

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Brembo Brake System

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The BMW performance breaking system is designed to handle the rigorous demands imposed upon by it sports style driving.

At the heart is the system are the aluminum six piston fixed calipers and ventilated, cross drilled brake discs at the front axle. The designs of these brake parts, brake components reflects their sporting origin. The light weight of these brake system reduces the unsprung mass of the car, this improves the driving dynamics.

The BMW Performance Brake System performs very well in wet driving condition too. The grooves and the well placed holes on the brake discs prevent a film of water from forming between brake disc and brake pads.

The system makes an equally dramatic visual impact too. The front brake calipers future BMW Performance lettering painted in BMW Performance Yellow.

BMW Welt’s indoor motocross show

Taking delivery of a new BMW is a proud moment of every BMW owner. Make it even more unforgettable by visiting and pick up the new vehicle in the state of the art BMW Welt’s delivery center in Munich.

There are many other things to see there as I alredy talked about in one of my previous post. One of the thing what I did not mentioned is, the in house motocross show…

If you are lucky enough, you might see the Bavarian Chris Pfeiffer in-door performance. If you are not that lucky, you will see his team show. He is there or he isn’t the show still going on.

He jumps backwards over the handlebars, lands on the tank, reaches for the throttle and revs up. The clutch clicks and the front wheel climbs into the air, and he drives off, casually perched on the tank, legs dangling off the side. Bavarian Chris Pfeiffer is good at what he does. What he does is stunt riding, and Pfeiffer is a four-time world champion in the sport – he is the best there is.

His stunt partner since 2006 has been a BMW F 800. The bike has helped him bag four world championship titles. “Just six years ago I couldn’t have imagined riding for BMW,” he confesses. Back then BMW motorbikes did not have the same dynamic image enjoyed by the cars; they were seen rather as models for older people, designed for tranquil road travel rather than for the young, daring, and active. “Then one day BMW showed me the F 800 and I immediately realized what huge potential the bike had.”

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Video of BMW Welt’s indoor motocross show

My visit to BMW Welt, BMW World to Munich, Germany

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Ever since, Chris Pfeiffer has been a brand ambassador for BMW. He embodies better than anyone else the complete image transformation BMW Motorrad has undergone. Pfeiffer is a family man with a degree in Biology and Sport, but he can also boast four victories in the world’s toughest enduro race, the Hare Scramble on Austria’s Erzberg – and of course his skills as a motorbike acrobat are unsurpassed.

Fans around the world, especially in the USA, the birthplace and main showplace of this spectacular sport, flock to see “the crazy German” perform his breathtaking, seemingly impossible stunts -weekend bikers are generally dumbstruck the first time they see him in action.

From A to B, however, Pfeiffer drives a BMW HP2 Megamoto, a high-performance model with a 1200 cc Boxer engine. He is equally impressed by the dynamics of the new BMW S 1000 RR pure-sport superbike that’s currently causing a global stir. “This machine is the very essence of the brand makeover,” says Pfeiffer. “It makes it clear to everyone that BMW Motorrad are serious about sport.” Pfeiffer knows he is a key part of this transformation, and knows being part of the “drive for dynamism” has its advantages, especially when he gets to mount his S1000 RR and just enjoy the acceleration, the thrill of high speeds, the precision and control, and above all the brakes.

“Hard braking is just insane.” Much has changed since the millennium. “When I told my friends and colleagues that I had decided to ride a BMW they thought I was taking early retirement.” Until they saw the BMW F 800. “This bike helped me to really develop as a driver.”

Before switching to BMW, his mount of choice was a Ducati Monster, which drove him to a world champion title.

By the way I love my Ducati Monster, but my next bike will be a BMW for sure. Which model? That is not sure yet..

The New 2013 BMW 7 Series Family Sedan

BMW’s 7 Series family sedan will come to North America with five newly designed models in 2013.

2013 BMW 7 Series Family Sedan

The luxury BMW’s 7 Series family sedans (the 740 Li xDrive variant is new for 2013) all receive revised exterior, new generation of the onboard user-control interface, iDrive. iDrive still run through of the knob in the center console — but it much more user friendly then the previous.

Mainstay models 750i and 750 Li (both with xDrive all-wheel drive system) will bring an updated, enhanced power train with BMW’s latest 4.4-litre eight cylinder engine. The same engine installed the BMW latest, 6 Series Gran Coupe.

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To ensure the best performance for your European Import car, we recommend factory approved (BMW, Porsche, Mercedes, Audi, WV) lubricants. Continue Reading…

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The TwinPower turbo V8 produce the same numbers in the 7 Series, with 445 hp and 480 Ib.-ft. of torque.

However I believe the top of the line engine 6.0L twin turbo V12. It is already in the 760 Li and it will keep this engine.

The New Hybrid

The hybrid model, the BMW ActiveHybrid 7, claims improved fuel economy over the previous generation. The hybrid’s V8 engine replaced with an in-line six cylinder turbo with a 55-hp electric motor attached to it. The electric motor powered with lithium ion batteries.

This hybrid produce much lowered emissions, while keeps up the performance. According to BMW’s published driving test, the hybrid’s acceleration time of 4.8 seconds from 0-100 km/h. I think it is very impressive from a full size hybrid family sedan.

All new BMW 7 Series comes with a new start stop technology built in. It shuts the engine off at idle, further reducing fuel consumption, and lowering senseless emissions when the car is sitting still. How it will work on the long term…. I guess time will tell.

All new BMW 7 Series will also use BMW”s eight-speed Steptronic automatic transmission.

For music lovers and for car owners who want to spend some extra money on their new car, 16 speaker surround sound stereo system upgrade available from Bang & Olufsen. This surround sound system was designed specifically for the new BMW 7 Series’ passenger cabin.

BMW Z4 with Diesel Engine

A lot of BMW lovers and owners asked the question, will be this BMW 7 Series available with diesel engine?

The answer is yes… According to a report in Car and Driver, the refreshed 2013 BMW 7 Series will be offered with diesel power here in North America from 2013. It will powered by the same 3.0-liter turbo-diesel in-line six engine, that BMW use in other models.

European Import Cars Diagnose & Troubleshoot Procedure

In the next funny video clip Jim Linder, president of Bubbas Garage presents some technical information with an easy to remember diagnostic, trouble shooting procedure.

You need to know both information if you work with “Bubbas Garage” or with anyone else, like Jim Linder, the president of Bubbas Garage.

There is a another option, please give us a call at 905.795.0419 and we will do our best at Techmax to take care of your fine European car. We will diagnose and troubleshoot your car efficiently and promptly, or you may try the alternative Bubba’s Garage. As you will find out (after trial and error) they may have a different approach to “proper” auto diagnostic procedures. The choice is yours!

Yokohama Winter Tires

Do you really need winter tires? Wont all season radial tires
work at winter time?

Are you ready for winter? It is time to check your winter tires. It can be done with a Canadian Toonie ($2 coin). If the coin’s silver edge is covered only by the tire’s thread, if the tire fallen or worn down below 4 mm, then you should contact us.

Driving in winter & winter tires. Continue Reading…

Yokohama Winter Tire, the iceGuard iG-20 for passenger car, is a tire that ahead of its time.

Yokohama Winter Tire, the iceGuard iG-20

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High Performance Yokohama Tires

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The other top of the line Yokohama Winter Tire is the Geolandar VT GO72

The new Yokohama Geolandar VT GO72 is equipped with Yokohama’s absorptive carbon flakes and resin coated shelled micro-bubbles that can cut trough watery film and grip, icy surfaces on the road.

Yokohama Geolandar VT GO72’s aggressive trade pattern provides added grip, with the wider grooves. Those wide grooves flash away water and slash with easy.

Any of the two winter tire from Yokohama provide big help in winter driving condition.

Yokohama’s New Orange Oil Tire the AVID Ascend

Orange Oil, Yokohama’s New Recipe for its AVID Ascend Tires

Today everyone want as much quality and durability from their purchased new tire as possible. And that’s something Yokohama has always understood extremely well. As a result, the tire maker has never stopped looking for some of the newest and probably most original technologies to reach its goal, providing longer lasting and high quality tires. Its latest discovery? Orange oil!

Yokohama’s latest product, the AVID Ascend, a tire aimed at one of the most demanding tire segments, the premium touring market and this tire is one of the few that respect their environment.

And that is exactly what the new AVID Ascend is designed for. Indeed, by choosing orange oil, Yokohama engineers have not only contributed to reducing the use of petroleum-based oils in the production of tires, but this natural oil from orange peels infused with the natural and synthetic rubber of the tread compound has resulted in improved tread life and reduced rolling resistance.

Together, this tire helps both increase economic value by offering better fuel economy, but it also contributes to the protection of the environment!

The use of orange oil allows for less petroleum in the manufacturing process, a process that was first utilized in Yokohama’s groundbreaking dB Super tire.

However orange oil alone does not make wonder and this tire make your driving experience wonderful. Because Yokohama’s engineers have included an interlocking tapered center rib design that will give the tire better on-center feel and stability.

The cross-supporting shoulder blocks are there to enhance handling while the cross and circumferential grooves help to get maximum traction in wet weather performance.

Finally, the 3D sipes improve wear resistance.

Winter is just around the corner. Winter Tire from Yokohama, the iceGuard IG20 – coming soon! Read more...

Call us for more: Telephone: 905.795.0419

Related: Yokohama High Performance Tires, Yokohama Winter Tires

BMW build for speed. Driving on the German Autobahn.

It is well know world wide, the autobahns in Germany are not subject to speed limit, however they use suggested top speed signs at some places. They are blue signs (looks like the red bordered speed speed limit signs, just blue) and usually showing 130. That number is not the speed limit, it is only the suggested maximum speed.

Also there are many stretches of autobahn are covered by signed speed limits, which are closely observed, monitored by the German Police. As you getting close to cities, there is speed limit at many places. For example on the next photo 100 km. Hard to see, but, do you realize the no passing with truck? Trucks speed are limited to maximum 80km, so a no passing sign is not a brainer…

When you left the city area, the sign show speed limit is over. You can push it hard. The Germans build cars for the Autobahn for speed. You can drive fast, you can get anywhere in a short time.

The A81 Autobahn, one of the longest unrestricted highway in Germany. It is close to the Swiss border in SW Germany. A 60 year old gentlemen drove his 2012 BMW M5 around 290 – 300 km / hour. He lost control as he braked to avoid a car that was joining the highway at the front of him. The driver did not realize the fact, the M5 coming flat out behind him.

The M5 struck the road divider, bounced off and flew across the highway, then flipped several times, then stopped in a ditch about 100 meters from the highway.

The fact is, neither the 60 year old driver and his 20 year old passenger died. The young man’s pet dog was sitting in the back seat (was wearing doggy seat belt) was not killed either.

They injured badly, but survived because the M5’s safety technology. All three was hurt, but they are alive and they will recover 100%. Take a look at to next photo and the photo at above and you will realize, German technology, save life…

Have you ever been in car accident? Did you have any difficulty to get your car back to the road? We repair import cars from accident too, (not like the above M5). If you need our help, call us for more. Telephone: 905.795.0419

2013 Mercedes Benz Diesel GLK & Porsche Cayenne with Clean Diesel Engine

Diesel engines getting popular here in North America, mainly in Canada, but US catching up too. Why so? Because the new clean diesel engine’s efficiency is greater than a regular gasoline engine. It’s mean better fuel mileages, more power ( more torque), and cleaner exhaust gas.

The new clean diesel technologies has brought harmful diesel emission levels to near zero. The old times’ smelly diesel cars are history…

Clean diesel systems are both fuel efficient and environmentally friendly. When compared with comparable gasoline powered passenger cars, clean diesel engine powered vehicles offer 30 – 40 % better fuel economy, much more better emissions without power and or performance lass.

In fact, the latest clean diesel engines provide 50 percent better torque in some cases.

For example, the 2013 Mercdes GLK Class will be the sixth Mercedes model to offer a diesel option in North America, joining the likes of the E, S, M, R and GL Class models, which all feature a 3.0-liter turbo diesel engine.

The GLK will come with a 2.1-liter four cylinder turbo diesel engine installed. It will produce 204 horsepower and 369 pound feet of torque. This engine is already emissions certified for the US and for Canada too.

2013 Mercedes Benz Diesel GLK

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If you drive a diesel import car visit us. Our diesel service include diesel system clean which mean expert engine interior cleaning especially developed for diesel vehicles.

This will reduced oil consumption and engine wearing, also this will ensure that your diesel will stay frugal and will drive sporty.

Our diesel service based on the latest on the original manufacturer’s literacy for your vehicle. Yes we service clean diesel engines too. Continue reading….

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As I stated above, diesel cars are becoming increasingly popular in Canada and auto makers have begun to take notice.

Here in Canada diesel models from, BMW, Audi, Mercedes and Volkswagen are well know.

From 2013, the Porsche Cayenne will be offered in Canada with a turbodiesel 3.0L V6 engine option.

This diesel Porsche motor is capable of producing 240 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque. Because that torque available from a very low 1750 rpm, this diesel performance is impressive. It goes from 0-100 km in 7.6 seconds, and the top speed is electronically limited to 218 km / hour. And it is just a small 3 liters V6 diesel engine.

The new BMW M6-Series Coupé

BMW did not hesitated to enhance the range of the new 6-Series Coupé with an M sport package.

The new package include diesel engine, which is the first time in the 6-Series model. Also it available with company xDrive, all-wheel-drive system.

There are some more features, which included an M aerodynamics package, with uniquely designed front fascia, side skirts and rear fascia.

The M Sport package comes with exhaust tips in black chrome, black-painted brake calipers, LED fog lamps.

Of course it comes with a sports exhaust system (for the BMW 650i Gran Coupe) and the choice of wheels in two sizes. 19-inch light-alloy wheels in M double-spoke design or 20-inch light-alloy wheels in M double-spoke design.

Future car owners, who are ordering the M Sport package may also choice paint finish too. Their options are: the M paint finishes Carbon Black metallic and Imola Red non-metallic.

Lets talk about lighting. LED fog lamps is one thing that you can find only on few cars, the other is the HID lights.

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The first HID lights were born in 1991, by BMW engineers at BMW. At first we saw HID light on the road in 1991 on 7 Series BMW.

HID lights have been a big hit ever since. Today very easy to find after market HID lights kits that are a match for just about for any kind of automobile, doesn’t matter, it is an import or domestic car.

If you are interested in your vehicle being both safer, and much more attractive looking, HID lights are the way to go. HID lights make sure you can see in any weather condition, what ever, it is night storm or snow storm of fog. HID light help you at anytime, anywhere to get your and your passenger safely to home or to work or anywhere else.

At Techmax, we have a wide variety of BMW HID lights kits available to you. We carry original and after-market kits too. The choice is yours and it depends on your car too. There are different kits for older models, and different kits for newer models.

Please contact us for more info: Telephone: 905.795.0419

The 2013 BMW M5

The new BMW M-5 is the strongest and the fastest M-5 ever. The M is the most powerful letter in the world, if we are talking about automotive and M…. This luxurious, heavy sedan hits from 0 – 100 km in 3.7 seconds. To get the best performance, the launch control automatically dumps the clutch at about 3000 rpm and up shifts for the driver.

This M5 is BMW’s most powerful production car ever…

On the next video you can see the new M5 labeled as the “world’s fastest production sedan”, as it recreates super slow-motion bullet footage on a much grander scale. The result: High Performance German Art.

The BMW M5 has returned. With a V8 560hp M Twin Power Turbo engine, the M5 is the most powerful in its class, yet also the most efficient. And with its unrivaled list of standard equipment, the world’s fastest sedan to lap the Nürburgring is also the most luxurious on the road. Read more on BMW Canada’s website…

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BMW Performace Brake System

BMW M3 GTS Competition Model from BMW Welt Munich Germany.

BMW Welt’s indoor motocross show

The New 2013 BMW 7 Series Family Sedan

European Import Cars Diagnose & Troubleshoot Procedure

Yokohama Winter Tires

Yokohama’s New Orange Oil Tire the AVID Ascend

BMW build for speed. Driving on the German Autobahn.

2013 Mercedes Benz Diesel GLK & Porsche Cayenne with Clean Diesel Engine

The new BMW M6-Series Coupé

The 2013 BMW M5