If you own a new or used BMW in New York, you probably already know the history of BMW. However, many of you might not know the complete story. Here, at Orange County BMW NY, we want you to know that we are more than just a car dealership. We want you do know that we are part of a global tradition that is almost 100 years old. Here’s a story of how BMW came to be one of the top automobiles in the world, and with the help of dealerships that offer excellent service, such as Orange County BMW NY, will continue to be for another hundred years in the future.
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW), which translates into Bavarian Motor Works in English, began its life as a German automobile manufacturer in 1916. It also manufactured motorcycles and engines. Currently, it owns introduces the many brands and is the parent company of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. It still produces motorcycles under two different Brands, BMW Mororrad and the Husqvarna brand names. BMW established its brand on quality and performance right from the very beginning and these same characteristics continue to carry into every product that they make.This tradition still continues today, with every car NY BMW dealers sell.
BMW first came into existence following the restructure of the company Rapp Motorenwerke, a company that specialized in the manufacture of aircraft engines. Restructuring took place in 1917 and after the end of World War I in 1918, BMW was forced to discontinue the production of aircraft engines due to the terms of the Versailles Armistice Treaty. The company then shifted to motorcycle production in 1923 after the restrictions of the treaty were lifted somewhat. BMW began to produce its first automobiles in 1928 in 1929. They look very different than the models that are available today, but they still retained a distinctive look that set them apart from their competition. We, at Orange County BMW NY still consider BMWs to be the most elegant car in the world.
It is said that the familiar BMW logo was developed to mimic the movement of an aircraft propeller and signify the white blades cutting their way through clear blue sky. It was later reinterpreted, but the meaning behind a symbol remains the same today as it was in the beginning. The BMW logo tells the owner that the company places as much importance on the manufacture of every part that goes into their car as they do on an airplane part. The BMW logo stands for high quality, longevity, and dependability in their products. The original BMW logo was derived from the company logo for the original company, Rapp Motorenwerke.
The origin of the BMW logo is a source of debate, and some say that the blue and white stands for the free state of Bavaria. This is something that you will have discuss with other BMW owners as you cruise with the top down and the wind blowing to your hair. Every time we polish the BMW logo on one of our new or used BMW NY cars at Orange County BMW NY, we remember this long tradition and what it stands for. Regardless of the story of the emblem that you choose to believe and support, the BMW that you purchase from New York BMW dealers will be the center of conversation for many years to come.
