The BMW Podcast | Changing Lanes

It's time to get up to speed - acceleration, that is. If you've always wondered what makes a car go fast when sprinting from a standstill to 60mph or 100 km/h, we'll make you an expert — and help you better understand which factors play a role. Aerodynamics, weight, tires, electric or combustion engine... these are just some of the things Nicki and Jonathan will discuss in this episode. And you'll also find out why electric cars could be a real game changer when it comes to 0-100 times! 1:25 The history of the 60 mph/100 kph number 4:45 The factors making a car accelerate quickly 8:41 Electric vs combustion 13:29 Achieving a perfect 0-60 time in your BMW And if you want to read more about acceleration, go to BMW.com:  https://www.bmw.com/en/performance/all-about-acceleration.html  “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're no experts at baking cookies, but we know what's what when it comes to baking carbon. That's why, in this episode of Changing Lanes, we explain everything there is to know about the "black gold of high-tech materials" - or at least everything we can pack into one episode. What is CFRP, how is it made, why is it so important for cars and where is it used in BMW cars are just some of the topics we discuss. So press play and enjoy this tech talk with Nicki and Jonathan. 2:26 What is carbon fiber? 3:23 Why it’s important in car-making 5:30 How carbon fiber is made 6:08 The properties of carbon fiber And if you want to read more about carbon fiber, go to BMW.com:  https://www.bmw.com/en/performance/carbon-fiber-in-a-car.html  “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Squealing tires, drifts, a 180-degree turn at full speed, an explosion, a flipping SUV, and... CUT! Marvel Studios’ Black Widow stars Scarlett Johansson and features a variety of thrilling stunts, many involving vehicles like the BMW X3. In this episode of Changing Lanes, the official podcast of BMW, we will be taking a peek behind the scenes of the film, which features both the BMW X3 and the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé. Grab some popcorn and get excited for an episode full of action-packed storytelling. Afterwards be sure to experience Marvel Studios’ Black Widow when it hits cinemas or on Disney+ with Premier Access. Additional fee required.   03:15 Stunt cars in movies 08:25 manufacturer’s driver safety devices 13:10 driving scene in Budapest 16:00 stunt cars after a movie    “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more.   And if you want to read more about Marvel Studios’ Black Widow and its stunts, go to BMW.com: https://www.bmw.com/en/automotive-life/black-widow-stunt-bmw-in-marvel-movie.html  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If your heart beats faster as soon as you hear the words “Hofmeister kink”, and you think of cars when you hear “kidneys”, this is the episode for you. In an exclusive interview with designer Christopher Weil, Head of Exterior Design at BMW, you'll learn even more about typical BMW design elements and how they are used in the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé. Together with Christopher our host Jonathan takes a closer look at the classic design elements of BMW and talks about their evolution. 02:30 How Christopher became a car designer 03:57 The most challenging things about designing cars 05:15 Coming up with new ideas 10:55 Most exciting cars to design 12:22 Favorite BMW of all time 13:07 Classic design elements at BMW 15:00 Exterior design vs interior design 16:00 Evolution of iconic design elements 17:39 Favorite BMW design element 18:30 Kidney grille: history and favorite 20:25 The hofmeister kink 22:20 The classic design elements in the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé 24:30 Making the distinction between combustion and electric 25:52 Evolution vs revolution 29:31 Elements that are hard and easy to design 32:15 Design ideas by fans 34:08 The right tools to design And if you want to read more about the classic BMW design elements, go to BMW.com:  https://www.bmw.com/en/design/car-design-the-keys-to-bmw-design.html  “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It is literally the overlooked part of a car. Yes, we’re talking about steering wheels and how far they’ve come in the past 100 something years at BMW. Even though they are one of the most important contact points with your car, they still don’t get the attention that they deserve – and the same goes for all the other technologies that help control your car, like iDrive, voice control and so much more. So get yourself into the right seating position for this episode and get ready for a journey through history with Nicki and Jonathan! 4:40 The beginnings: the BMW 3/15 6:35 The BMW Turbo in 1972 9:24 Buttons on the steering wheel with the 7 Series (E38) 13:13 Voice control with the 7 Series (E65) 16:19 Introduction of iDrive 19:49 Head up displays (HUD) appear in the 5 Series (E60) 22:12 Live Cockpit, BMW Operating System 7 and Intelligent Personal Assistant 26:20 The next step in the BMW iX And if you want to read more about the innovations that help you control your BMW, go to BMW.com:  https://www.bmw.com/en/innovation/read-the-history-behind-the-all-new-bmw-idrive-and-bmw-ix.html  “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BMW 520i, BMW X5, BMW Z4 - what appears to many BMW fans to be a puzzle of letters and words is actually a sophisticated system: the naming of BMW models. Over the years the system has changed, but hasn’t become any less comprehensible. So if you're looking for an aha-moment, this episode of Changing Lanes, the official podcast of BMW, is for you. Learn now from Nicki and Jonathan why the naming strategy has changed, and how model designations come about today.  2:17 Decoding a BMW model name 7:08 History of the model namings 11:40 Model names at BMW M 16:39 Model names at BMW i And if you want to read more about all things BMW, go to BMW.com. “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Like Bluetooth and WiFi, only more secure – ultra-wideband is already used in medicine and even cell phones. Now it’s the next big thing in smartphones and cars. We explain what UWB is all about, how it is used for car keys, and why drivers will benefit from this type of connection in the future. In this episode of Changing Lanes, the official podcast from BMW, you'll also learn how the technology will be used in the new BMW iX. 00:53 Ultra-wideband explained 02:35 How it works 05:17 UWB in cars / BMW Digital Key Plus 06:32 Ultra-wideband in the BMW iX And if you want to read more about ultra-wideband, go to BMW.com:  https://www.bmw.com/en/innovation/bmw-digital-key-plus-ultra-wideband.html  “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If the first thing you think of when you think of sustainability is electromobility, you're not wrong. But there's a lot more the automotive industry is working on. CO2 reduction, recycling, and using resources more efficiently are goals BMW has set for itself. But what exactly is BMW doing to become more sustainable and achieve these goals? Join us for a deeper dive into the world of sustainability in this episode of Changing Lanes, BMW's official podcast, and find out why even peanuts can contribute to change.  05:15 sustainable supply chain  07:19 green power 09:47 closed material loop  13:29 sustainable car models  14:42 peanuts in the automotive production And if you want to read more about sustainability go to BMW.com:  https://www.bmw.com/en/innovation/sustainability-at-bmw.html  “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From a huge collection of art to one very special piece: The BMW 8 Series has become a masterpiece with the help of artificial intelligence (AI). But what exactly does that mean? If you’re as curious as we were, this episode of Changing Lanes, the official podcast of BMW, is for you. We talk to creative technologist Nathan Shipley, take a look behind the scenes of his unique project, and learn how the BMW 8 Series, AI and art were used to create something completely new. 01:35 Introduction of Nathan Shipley  04:20 Concept of AI art  10:00 Message of the project 16:15 Selection process  18:00 Influence of AI  20:26 The 8 as a canvas 27:22 AI art impact in the future 33:05 Limits of AI in creativity  41:16 Future of AI artistic cars “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There is a lot of talk about it, but hardly anyone really knows how it works: torque. We get to the bottom of the term that even kids know, but many adults and even petrolheads can't explain - whether they admit it or not. How torque works, why you can't accelerate without it and what the difference is to horsepower - Nicki and Jonathan give a little crash course in the new episode of Changing Lanes, the official podcast of BMW. 03:20 calculating torque 06:58 torque and power 09:40 e-cars accelerating And if you want to read more about torque and horsepower go to BMW Classic:  TBD “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.