Called Around View Monitor...
Called Around View Monitor (AVM), the technology uses four cameras equipped with wide-angle lenses mounted around the car; one in the grille, one on each of the door mirrors and one on top of the back door. The clever "bird"s-eye" set-up enables drivers to navigate the tightest parking bays by merely watching the dashboard-mounted screen as they reverse. The process eliminates the need to swivel your head when manoeuvring.
Chairman Helmut Panke...
Chairman Helmut Panke explained: "BMW will be further expanding with two completely new, independent model series." According to our sources, both will be based on the next-generation X5, itself due for launch in 2007.
The first will be a daring coup탩 that will mark a step for-ward from 2001"s Xcoup탩 concept. It will blend the ride height and lofty driving position of an SUV with the handling and looks of a sporty two-door model. Meanwhile, the second car is likely to be a more practical large family vehicle.