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BMW models are designed to keep passengers safe, and one way they do this is with Active Driving Assist. This suite of features – which comes standard on some models, including the BMW 5 Series – consists of several accident avoidance components, which we will explain in further detail.

If you’ve ever driven a BMW, you may have felt like you were in a car that was the apex of luxury. And thanks to BMW’s never-ending quest for perfection, a more luxurious model awaits in the BMW M Series lineup: the 2021 BMW M5.

Have you ever had to stop in seconds to avoid a collision or a small animal in the road? Road hazards come in all shapes and aren’t always noticeable. Our BMW cars near Glenview provide a variety of safety technologies to assist you on the road. But, staying aware during these three situations will give you better peace of mind.

Now that summer is around the corner and Chicagoans are starting to think about ways to enjoy the warm weather, it’s the perfect time to start planning that road trip you’ve been thinking about all winter. Gas up your new BMW SUV, get your snacks ready, and find a good copilot, because there are plenty of destinations in the Northfield, IL area that are calling your name this summer.

The most obvious road…

Anyone who has lived in a major urban area knows that driving in a big city such as Chicago, IL is a completely different experience than suburban or rural environments. Packed highways, small lanes, and tons of pedestrians and bikers can definitely put extra stress on drivers, and staying alert is essential. Even so, accidents happen, and drivers should take any measures they can to prevent them. 

Fortunately, automotive technology is always developing and advancing…

BMW recently revealed its strategic plan to improve operating performance in the future. The company is still implementing its corporate strategy, dubbed NUMBER ONE > NEXT, and is also working on increasing efficiency through speeding up processes and simplifying existing structures. These initiatives are intended to ensure the BMW Group maintains and improves its position to continue shaping the automotive industry going forward.

"After three years of Strategy NUMBER ONE > NEXT, we remain firmly on course…

This month, BMW has announced that it’s expanded the production lineup at its Plant Spartanburg in South Carolina to include the two brand-new high-performance models: the BMW X3 M sports activity vehicle and BMW X4 M sports activity coupe. These all-new vehicles will round out the number of BMW X models that are produced stateside to nine total, making the East Coast plant the center point for BMW X production. Production is set to…

2018 has come to a close, and BMW is ready to analyze its performance for the past year. The automaker last week announced it has sold more than 140,000 electric vehicles (both plug-in hybrids and battery-electric models) in 2018, solidifying its role as a leader in the field of electric cars. The exact number comes to 142,617 BMW and MINI electric vehicles sold worldwide.

“Since launching the BMW i3 in 2013, the BMW…

Fields BMW Northfield is proud to serve drivers in the greater Chicagoland area with the best selection of BMW models around. Our helpful sales staff and knowledgeable finance experts will make sure you get the car you want at an affordable rate, and our highly trained service technicians will keep your vehicle running in tip-top shape. The only difficult choice you’ll have to make while browsing our showroom is choosing which one of our great new BMW cars you’d like to take home.

When it comes to shopping for new luxury cars near Chicago, IL, there’s no better place than Fields BMW Northfield. Our Illinois BMW dealership offers a vast range of new and pre-owned BMW cars and SUVs, from a BMW 3 Series to a BMW X3. Our customers are always impressed with our diverse inventory and excellent service, and we’re sure you will be too.