The Green Car Journal, long known for its prestigious assessments in the green automotive industry, has named the Charging Pilot Program associated with the BMW 530e the 2020 Green Car Technology of the Year. Here at BMW of Monrovia, we're pleased to be located just outside of Los Angeles, which served as one of the centers of the program. Learn more about what makes this innovation a game-changer in the world of plug-in hybrid vehicles.

While BMW models have long been supporters of smartphone connectivity systems, their car, coupe, SUV, and performance models are now proud to introduce Android Auto™ to the lineup coming mid-2020. Stop by your local BMW of Monrovia dealership centrally located in Los Angeles County to explore the new BMW lineup and learn more about upcoming technology features ranging from the addition of this smartphone connectivity system, among others.

BMW has just unveiled three new major vehicles at the Automobility LA show: the BMW M2 CS, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, and the BMW M8 Gran Coupe.

If you missed the first public unveiling of the #BMW M2, the world premiere of the BMW M8 Gran Coupe, and the perfectly formed BMW #Motorrad Concept R 18, check out some of the best pictures from the #LAAutoShow. #TheM2 #TheM8 #R18https://t.co/XM6tNcwUauhttps://t.co/LnBnonhowG pic.twitter.com/1juuLKTQlE

— BMW Group (@BMWGroup) November 30, 2019

A new Plug-In Hybrid version of the BMW X3 has joined the lineup of New BMW Cars and SAVs at your LA area BMW dealer.

Successful Sports Activity Vehicle now also available with plug-in hybrid drive: the new #BMW X3 xDrive30e. Read more at https://t.co/wJYX1qU5Ct #TheX3 #BMWGroup https://t.co/12lQdYcNI9 pic.twitter.com/0lBD1EDzHg

— BMW Group (@BMWGroup) November 4, 2019

A brand new version of the 2020 BMW 2 Series is joining the collection of New BMW Cars and SUVs at your LA area BMW dealer early next year: the four door BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe. Here's what we know about this versatile new model:

Performance Power

The new 2 Gran Coupe is available in two thrilling models: the BMW 228i xDrive, featuring the 228 horsepower 2.0-liter turbo-four with 258 pound-feet of torque, and the BMW M235i xDrive, powered by a 301 horsepower tuned 2.0-liter turbo-four with 332 pound-feet of torque.

Dog lover? You'll love the new BMW X2, available among the New BMW Cars and SAVs at your LA area BMW dealer. Here's why Autotrader picked the 2019 BMW X2 SAV as a top new vehicle for dog lovers.

The only thing they like more than going for a walk is going for a drive. Happy #NationalDogDay from Autotrader. 🐾#ShopAllTheCarsForDogs

— Autotrader (@AutoTrader_com) August 26, 2019

BMW has recently developed a BMW M Series edition of the popular BMW X3 SAV: The first-ever BMW X3 M SAV. Available now at your BMW dealership, the new X3 M brings a whole host of thrilling features to Los Angeles County.

"On this first exposure, the X3 and X4 M fall among the most well-rounded and cohesive sporting SUVs we’ve ever driven." Read the full review here: https://t.co/bfWombthHa

— BMW USA (@BMWUSA) June 17, 2019

BMW has released some exciting details about the new 2020 model of the BMW X1, expected to arrive at your Los Angeles County BMW dealer near the end of the year. Here's some of what we know about the new 2020 BMW X1 SAV:

Feels most alive out of comfort zones.
The new #BMW X1. #TheX1 pic.twitter.com/iFvTssV77s

— BMW (@BMW) July 13, 2019

Get ready to hit the track and the trail like never before--new M Sport versions of the BMW X5 and the BMW X7 are on their way to your LA County BMW dealer: the BMW X5 M50i and the BMW X7 M50i are expected to arrive later this year.

The Engine

The 2020 X5 M50i and 2020 X7 M50i will both be powered by the BMW N63 4.4-liter TwinPower Turbo V8 motor, offering up 523 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. That's a significant power boost over the current xDrive50i models of the X5 and the X7, with…

The BMW Z4 is back, with the 2019 Z4 sDrive30i and the 2020 Z4 M40i hitting the showroom at your BMW dealership in Los Angeles County in style.

Prepare to take control. The interior of the #BMW #Z4. pic.twitter.com/sMEJSvibv7

— BMW (@BMW) April 20, 2019

The Z4 sDrive30i

The BMW Z4 sDrive30i starts strong with a 2.0-liter twin turbocharged inline-four engine that provides 295 pound-feet of torque and 255 horsepower by way of an eight-speed Steptronic® Sport automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.