An adventure with BMW X models
18 Mar 2014|9,627 views
The Southern Islands are an urban planning area slated for, or have already undergone development. They consist of eight major islands - Kusu, Lazarus, Pulau Seringat, Pulau Tekukor, St John's, the two Sisters' and of course the most popular one, Sentosa.
Off the coast of Sentosa and beside Kusu Island lies Lazarus Island. Over the past weekend, BMW Asia hosted an exclusive xDrive event on the tropical island.
As part of the event, Lazarus Island was transformed into a dedicated test drive circuit with simulated obstacles for participants to experience the superiority of the BMW X models in a safe, yet exciting off-road environment, which they will not usually experience in Singapore.
The undulating terrain and obstacle courses served to demonstrate the intelligent BMW xDrive technology that powers the full range of BMW X Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) models, including the high-performance BMW X6 M, as well as the tri-turbo diesel-powered BMW X6 M50d. Also making their appearances were the BMW X3, X5 and X6.
Two specially designed routes were set up. The first one showcased the quick response, immense torque as well as the handling capabilities of the X models, including the unique Dynamic Performance Control (DPC) - Torque Vectoring system.
In essence, DPC distributes power to the rear axle smoothly between the right and left wheels during a bend, which provides maximum dynamics and optimum tracking stability. In combination with the all-wheel drive system BMW xDrive, DPC enables bends to be taken more precisely, allows greater lateral acceleration and optimises traction when accelerating out of bends on any surface.
On the other side of the island, the second route allowed participants to experience the off-road side of the cars, of which one of the highlights was the xDrive system.
xDrive is a full-time all-wheel drive system and its sensors constantly monitor the vehicle's behaviour. Under normal conditions, it conforms to BMW's rear-biased trademark, sending 40 percent of drive to the front, and 60 percent rearwards.
As the car is being driven, xDrive analyses such as speed, steering angle, torque output and other key factors - and calculates the best way to move in a bid to prevent any oversteer or understeer.
At the first sign of understeering, drive power to the front axle is reduced, whereas when oversteering is detected, it will direct more power to the front axle. Thanks to this dynamic redistribution of power, vehicle stability returns to normal even before the driver notices anything amiss.
Of course, a fringe of other activities were lined up for the whole family as well. Fishing, a scenic ride on BMW's very own bicycles, kite flying, foosball and even a LEGO kid corner were some of the entertainment offered.
The Southern Islands are an urban planning area slated for, or have already undergone development. They consist of eight major islands - Kusu, Lazarus, Pulau Seringat, Pulau Tekukor, St John's, the two Sisters' and of course the most popular one, Sentosa.
Off the coast of Sentosa and beside Kusu Island lies Lazarus Island. Over the past weekend, BMW Asia hosted an exclusive xDrive event on the tropical island.
As part of the event, Lazarus Island was transformed into a dedicated test drive circuit with simulated obstacles for participants to experience the superiority of the BMW X models in a safe, yet exciting off-road environment, which they will not usually experience in Singapore.
The undulating terrain and obstacle courses served to demonstrate the intelligent BMW xDrive technology that powers the full range of BMW X Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) models, including the high-performance BMW X6 M, as well as the tri-turbo diesel-powered BMW X6 M50d. Also making their appearances were the BMW X3, X5 and X6.
Two specially designed routes were set up. The first one showcased the quick response, immense torque as well as the handling capabilities of the X models, including the unique Dynamic Performance Control (DPC) - Torque Vectoring system.
In essence, DPC distributes power to the rear axle smoothly between the right and left wheels during a bend, which provides maximum dynamics and optimum tracking stability. In combination with the all-wheel drive system BMW xDrive, DPC enables bends to be taken more precisely, allows greater lateral acceleration and optimises traction when accelerating out of bends on any surface.
On the other side of the island, the second route allowed participants to experience the off-road side of the cars, of which one of the highlights was the xDrive system.
xDrive is a full-time all-wheel drive system and its sensors constantly monitor the vehicle's behaviour. Under normal conditions, it conforms to BMW's rear-biased trademark, sending 40 percent of drive to the front, and 60 percent rearwards.
As the car is being driven, xDrive analyses such as speed, steering angle, torque output and other key factors - and calculates the best way to move in a bid to prevent any oversteer or understeer.
At the first sign of understeering, drive power to the front axle is reduced, whereas when oversteering is detected, it will direct more power to the front axle. Thanks to this dynamic redistribution of power, vehicle stability returns to normal even before the driver notices anything amiss.
Of course, a fringe of other activities were lined up for the whole family as well. Fishing, a scenic ride on BMW's very own bicycles, kite flying, foosball and even a LEGO kid corner were some of the entertainment offered.
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