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If you're a fan of BMW SAVs, you'll want to hear about what's coming up with the 2022 BMW X5 Black Vermillion Edition. This stunning new trim boasts an elevated sense of style and plenty of performance oriented amenities. And with its debut just around the corner, we think you'll want to schedule your test drive sooner rather than later here at BMW Portland.

For its 2022 model year, the BMW brand is set to blaze new trails with an all-new electric SAV dubbed the BMW iX xDrive50. This electrified new model is poised to deliver both impressively efficient performance and a supremely refined cabin. At BMW Portland, we can hardly wait to show our guests the prowess of the 2022 BMW iX xDrive50 firsthand, and we'll have the opportunity to do just that when it makes its debut early next year.

If you're a fan of the new BMW SAVs at our dealership in Portland, you're going to love what's coming in the 2022 model year for the BMW X3 and BMW X4. With significant exterior and interior upgrades, these two sports activity vehicles are looking more compelling than ever before for drivers of discerning tastes throughout Oregon.

The 2022 BMW ALPINA B8 Gran Coupé is a exclusive new Gran Coupé set to hit the BMW lineup in the near future. Following closely on the heels of successes like BMW ALPINA B7 sedan, this model is poised to set the premium coupe segment on fire, and we can hardly wait to see it firsthand here at BMW Portland.

When the BMW 3 Series was built, many engineers included intelligent hardware to enhance performance and efficiency. One of the new features is the 50/50 weight distribution frame, which gives the automobile very efficient suspension tools and steering abilities.

While on the road, a BMW 3 Series vehicle relies on an engine that generates 320 horsepower. All information about MPH, gas usage, and oil levels can be monitored in the cabin on the full-color display panel. Also, since iDrive is wired with various cabin tools, you can configure certain options according to your driving habits.

In the midsized sedan market there are many options for luxury vehicles. Some people do not want the stress of having a large vehicle and opt for something more in the middle. This makes parking easier, storage, and is great for mileage. The 5 Series manages to have all of the creature comforts of larger cousins while not being a land boat.

A standout set of features for the 5 Series is the hardcore safety protection. Very few vehicles in this class have anything comparable to the 5 Series standard safety features. All of the same features that are on…

Have you noticed your tire looks a little flat or are you getting tire pressure warnings? You don't want to ignore a tire that continuously goes flat. You should have some tools in your trunk to help you remove the tire and place a spare, or you can purchase a can of Fix-A-Flat if you are in a pinch.

Replacing a flat tire requires a lug wrench, spare tire, and a jack. All three are very important. You also want to have wheel wedges that you can place on your wheels before removing the tire to keep your car…

If you can identify a potential failure with the hoses and belts in your car, you'll be in a better position to avoid serious trouble.

There are a number of belts on the car that is responsible for powering things like the water pump or the radiator fan. If you can hear squeaking from these areas, you want to get a mechanic on the job because if the belt snaps, you lose the ability for those parts to work.

The hoses have to allow engine coolant to travel from the radiator to the engine block and back. 

Has your car been driving funny? Is your wheel pulling to the left or right? Proper wheel alignment is one of the ways that your car controls fuel efficiency. If your car is off center, you could cause damage to the other wheels. These are some signs that you may need to get your wheels rotated and aligned.

If your steering is off center and your car veers to the left or right, then you probably have a wheel off-balance. An alignment can return to your wheels to their proper position, ensuring your vehicle's safety and efficiency. If you…

Just like the Scout motto, you should always be prepared. When it comes to roadside emergencies, the unpredictable nature of these incidences means that it is essential for you to have necessary emergency items in your vehicle and know how to use them.

Firstly, make sure you have water, jumper cables, emergency lights and flares, kitty litter for traction, tire tools and a reliable, charged cell phone. Acquaint yourself with using jumper cables and the tire tools. Secondly, if an emergency occurs, stay well away from the traffic if possible. If someone stops to help, stay in the vehicle...