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Have you ever looked at your car’s transmission and drivetrain? If you have a compact car, you probably have a front-wheel drivetrain. This design sends power from the engine through the transmission to your front wheels. In a rear-wheel drivetrain, however, power moves from the engine to the transmission through the driveshaft down to the rear differential. While this design is more complicated, it results in your car being pushed forward. This results in faster acceleration and better handling overall.

Most sports cars have a rear-wheel drive for this reason....

What should you understand about your transmission? Well, you need to know when it might be in danger of going out for starters. The risk of your transmission going out is very real, and you should address it as soon as you can after you become aware that there could be an issue.

One of the hallmarks of any BMW is its character. The X1 is no exception. This popular compact SAV offers performance you can feel and versatility you will love.

Under the hood of the BMW X1 lies the 4-cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine. It's paired with the efficient 8-speed STEPTRONIC Automatic Transmission to take you on any adventure you crave. The available xDrive anticipates slip and puts the power to the wheel that needs it. Add in excellent weight distribution, the standard Dynamic Stability Control, and the Dynamic Traction Control. 

Here is a popular midsize sedan that you will really enjoy driving. The BMW 5 Series really has a great deal going for it. Many of the features that you will encounter on this car are not found elsewhere. You will want to take a look for yourself to believe it.

If you have ever had difficulty getting out of the car after parking in a tight spot, the remote control parking feature will take care of that for you. This is available on a few models in the 5 Series. You will stand outside the car and direct the…

When choosing tires for your car, you need to know the difference in the types that are available. All-season tires are an option to consider if you live in an area that doesn't see a lot of snow in the winter. However, if you know that the winter months could be filled with snow and ice, then you might want to visit Burdick BMW to have winter tires put on your car for better traction.

A roof rack provides an invaluable service to many travelers looking for more space to store their luggage and other belongings. If you are lucky enough to own a vehicle with a roof rack, you are going to want to learn how to use it properly.

Looking for a popular small luxury sedan or wagon that has futuristic design features? At Burdick BMW you can take a drive in the BMW 3 Series, and find out that you have been missing out on something great.

The M340i features a turbocharged engine with 382 horsepower that not only gives you power and performance but luxury as well, like featuring Rich Vernasca leather seats that make you and your passengers feel like you are driving in first class.

You have the option to choose 19" M wheels, with a wide range of exterior colors like Portimao Blue Metallic…

If you are in Cicero and are looking to test the BMW X5 mid-sized SUV, we would be happy to have you come to Burdick BMW to check it out. This SUV comes with plenty to play with, and some of the features are new. You can check them out on various trim levels.

If you are looking at the safety features, then the Extended Traffic Jam Assistant and the Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go are just the latest innovations you need to see. The Traffic Jane Assistant monitors your attention as the driver for safety issues

 

The BMW 7 Series has garnered plenty of attention since its release. This automobile is the personification of what a luxury-performance sedan should be. In addition to that, this particular vehicle is full-sized. BMW has left no stones unturned as this sedan is an obvious contender for vehicle of the year.

The BMW 7 Series is long, fluid and slender in design. One of the most eye-catching features here is the vehicle's kidney grille with its iconic shape. BMW has decided to enlarge the grille to display the sedan's overall prominence. The interior of the 7 Series is…

Your car's charging system is composed of three parts: the voltage regulator, the battery, and the alternator. The alternator and battery work together to power the vehicle's electrical components, such as the exterior and interior lighting and the gauge cluster. The alternator derives its name from AC or alternating current.

On most cars, the alternator is found at the engine's front and is crankshaft-driven. The crankshaft converts the up/down movement of the engine's pistons into circular motion. Certain older-model vehicles in Cicero used drive belts that...