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During the Holiday Season more than ever, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our progress possible. We would like to say Thank You and Best Wishes for the Holiday Season, Happy New Year!

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BMW Ultimate Road Home Sales Event Up to $3,250 off Loyal customers receive up to $3,250 off select sports activity vehicles and sedans, including 5 series, X5, and X7. Click here to view inventory. Offers available to qualified customers with excellent credit history who finance through BMW Financial Services NA, LLC. Offer limited to customers who have owned a BMW model in the last 12 months. In order to qualify for a BMW Lease Loyalty Credit, loyal current or former BMW owners or lessees must show proof of ownership or BMW Financial Services NA, LLC account number and qualify for credit approval. Available combined lease and loyalty credits of up to $3,250 on select new 2023 BMW X5, up to $3,000 on select new 2023 5 series models, and up to $1,500 on select new 2023 X7. Must take delivery by January 3, 2023. Availability of lease and loyalty credits are subject to dealer participation. Visit your authorized BMW Center for important details. ©2022 BMW of North America, LLC. The BMW name, model names and logo are registered trademarks.

Community Involvement, Sponsorship & Social Responsibility Since 1991, Passport Auto Group has been proud to serve our Washington, D.C. community with excellence in sales, service, and customer care. Everett Hellmuth, owner and President of Passport Auto, started Passport over thirty years ago, with Jay Klein, now Vice President of Passport Auto, by his side. The two have remained business partners and great friends to this day. Philanthropy has been at the core of our enterprise since the very beginning. Collectively, the dealerships and owners have contributed over $4 million to local and international nonprofit organizations. Passport is proud to partner with many deserving charities and outreach organizations that work toward improving the lives of area residents each and every day.​ Regional and National Support • Alex's Army Childhood Cancer Foundation • Alexandria Seaport Foundation • Bikes for kids (Coming 2022) • Bishop Ireton High School • Brain Injury Services • Campagna Center • Carpenter’s Shelter • Central Union Mission • Blessed to Help Food Donation Program • Genesis Covenant Church • Dollars for Scholars College Scholarship Fund • Key to Karma Inc. • LifeStyles of Maryland Foundation, Inc. • Maple Springs Church Food Donation Program • Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church • Prison Fellowship Angel Tree Youth Summer Camp Program • Project Bridges • Tunnel to Towers Foundation • US Paralympic • Women of Prince George's International Support Our international philanthropy efforts focus on alleviating poverty by providing food, healthcare, shelter, and spiritual nourishment to those in need. • Africa New Life Ministries • American Leprosy • Cross International • Food for the Poor • Helping Haitian Angels • Save the Children Passport's success has been a result of one-to-one relationships with our customers and our employees. With this in mind, we highly encourage employees to belong to clubs, organizations, or networking groups. In addition, we donate both time and money to worthy community requests to thank the community for their support and to make our community a better place to work and live. Do you work for a local non-profit organization or know of a need in our community? Click here to contact us.

This feature adapts to your use of the pedals in traffic situation when you drive in the 'Efficient Mode' in BMW's Operating System 8. Press the "My Modes" switch in the center console and select Efficient. Or simply tell your BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant: ”Hey BMW - switch to Efficient Mode.” Now your BMW will regulate energy consumption to maximize your driving range by automatically adjusting certain settings. Your ePower meter in the instrument cluster display shows a blue highlight. Use the pedal modestly to stay in this efficient range of acceleration. A blue glow indicates that you are doing fine. If you speed up too powerfully, the highlights and displays turn grey. Also an arrow tips you off to ease the accelerator. When “Adaptive content” is activated and you are in Efficient Mode, you get an evaluation of your driving efficiency since the start of your journey with scores out of ten for anticipation, acceleration and speed.

Series production for the first-ever BMW XM has started at BMW Manufacturing in Spartanburg, SC. The BMW XM will be built alongside the BMW X5, BMW X6, and BMW X7 on the same assembly line. “We are excited to add the first-ever BMW XM to our plant’s portfolio,” said Dr. Robert Engelhorn, president and CEO of BMW Manufacturing. “The modern, future-oriented design and powerful performance of the BMW XM has generated a lot of enthusiasm. As the center of competence for X models, BMW Plant Spartanburg is prepared to build this vehicle with the highest premium quality that our customers deserve.” The BMW XM is the first ever high-performance car with an electrified drive system from BMW M. A plug-in hybrid system comprising a V8 gasoline engine and an exceptionally powerful electric motor endows the BMW XM. The highlight of the brand’s model offensive in its anniversary year, the BMW XM is also the first BMW M original since the BMW M1. The BMW XM will arrive at dealers worldwide in spring 2023.

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TIME reveals its annual list of the Best Inventions for 2022, which features 200 extraordinary innovations. To compile the list, TIME solicited nominations from TIME’s editors and correspondents around the world, and through an online application process, paying special attention to growing fields such as the electric vehicle industry, green energy, and the metaverse. TIME then evaluated each contender on a number of key factors, including originality, efficacy, ambition, and impact. Of the new list, TIME’s editors write, “The result is a list of 200 groundbreaking inventions (and 50 special mention inventions) including life-mapping artificial intelligence, diamonds made from excess carbon in the air, and the most powerful telescope ever that are changing how we live, work, play, and think about what’s possible. The full list is available here: time.com/best-inventions-2022 Color change at the touch of a button. The BMW iX Flow featuring E Ink is a unique vehicle capable of changing its entire body color at the touch of a button and was first revealed at the Consumer Electronics Show 2022 in Las Vegas. By making it possible to alter the body color and display different patterns, the BMW iX Flow opens up a whole new way of personalizing the driving experience. A variable exterior color can also contribute to wellness in the interior and to the efficiency of the vehicle. This is done by taking account of the different abilities of light and dark colors when it comes to reflecting sunlight and the associated absorption of thermal energy. A white surface reflects a lot more sunlight than a black one. By implication, heating of the vehicle and passenger compartment as a result of strong sunlight and high outside temperatures can be reduced by changing the exterior to a light color. In cooler weather, a dark outer skin will help the vehicle to absorb noticeably more warmth from the sun. In both cases, selective color changes can help to cut the amount of cooling and heating required from the vehicle's air conditioning. This reduces the amount of energy the vehicle electrical system needs and with it also the vehicle's fuel or electricity consumption. In an all-electric car, changing the color in line with the weather can therefore also help to increase the range. In the interior, the technology could, for example, prevent the dashboard from heating up too much. E Ink technology itself is extremely energy efficient. Unlike displays or projectors, the electrophoretic technology needs absolutely no energy to keep the chosen color state constant. Current only flows during the short color changing phase. Millions of paint capsules in a custom wrap. Electrophoretic coloring is based on a technology developed by E Ink that is most well-known from the displays used in eReaders. The surface coating of the BMW iX Flow featuring E Ink contains many millions of microcapsules, with a diameter equivalent to the thickness of a human hair. Each of these microcapsules contains negatively charged white pigments and positively charged black pigments. Depending on the chosen setting, stimulation by means of an electrical field causes either the white or the black pigments to collect at the surface of the microcapsule, giving the car body the desired shade.

May you have a wonderful time this Thanksgiving, with friends and family. Enjoy. Happy Thanksgiving Day from your family at Passport BMW

The BMW Flexible Fast Charger is designed to charge all 2022+ BMW electric vehicles quickly and reliably. Interchangeable adapters make it easy to switch and swap to your charging needs. Set up of charging ports is simply designed to have your vehicle charging within minutes. Confirm the outlet you're using has been reviewed and approved by a licensed electrician, as level 2 charging requires professional installation. Please never use an extension cable to charge your BMW. When charging, the light will flash red if there is an error.

New, convenient features and a smarter interface seamlessly integrates your BMW into your digital life. VEHICLE STATUS Access from anywhere. Stay updated. Prepare for every adventure with an overview of your BMW’s range, current mileage, window and door status, and more. Locate anywhere. Keep track of where your BMW is located on the map or monitor your car’s surroundings with Remote 3D view. Complete control. Manage your BMW from anywhere with your phone by starting your engine, locking and unlocking the doors, and more. Instant support. Receive maintenance alerts, schedule a service appointment with your preferred dealer, or start Remote Software Upgrades with just one tap. Stay on track. The new My BMW App transforms every drive into an adventure. With the latest navigation features and map services, you can explore old or new destinations with complete ease and convenience. Experience everything. Discover restaurants, sights, or nearby gas stations in every neighborhood. Locate points of interest (POIs) from the app to explore when you drive, or save them for later. Spot parking quickly. The search for parking ends here. This BMW app uses intelligent technology to help you find the closest vacant space or parking lot, so you’ll never miss a good spot again. Sync your maps. Get a head start by sending destinations to your BMW’s navigation system. Start navigating with real-time traffic updates immediately, or store the address for a later trip. ELECTRIC FEATURES Take charge of every drive. With advanced features specifically designed for your electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid, you can check your current battery charge and available range, and even set a route to compatible charging stations within your range. Schedule charging times and preconditioning for additional convenience and enhanced comfort. FINANCIAL SERVICES Manage your account. Make payments. Pay your monthly BMW Financial Services lease or loan account balance directly through the My BMW App. Get notifications. Receive regular payment reminders and confirmations to your mobile device for extra peace of mind. Access statements. View your past statements and access your recent account history from your BMW Financial Services profile. View payoff quotes. Obtain payoff information, see additional instructions, and download documents right from the My BMW App.

TIME reveals its annual list of the Best Inventions for 2022, which features 200 extraordinary innovations. To compile the list, TIME solicited nominations from TIME’s editors and correspondents around the world, and through an online application process, paying special attention to growing fields such as the electric vehicle industry, green energy, and the metaverse. TIME then evaluated each contender on a number of key factors, including originality, efficacy, ambition, and impact. Of the new list, TIME’s editors write, “The result is a list of 200 groundbreaking inventions (and 50 special mention inventions) including life-mapping artificial intelligence, diamonds made from excess carbon in the air, and the most powerful telescope ever that are changing how we live, work, play, and think about what’s possible. The full list is available here: time.com/best-inventions-2022 Color change at the touch of a button. The BMW iX Flow featuring E Ink is a unique vehicle capable of changing its entire body color at the touch of a button and was first revealed at the Consumer Electronics Show 2022 in Las Vegas. By making it possible to alter the body color and display different patterns, the BMW iX Flow opens up a whole new way of personalizing the driving experience. A variable exterior color can also contribute to wellness in the interior and to the efficiency of the vehicle. This is done by taking account of the different abilities of light and dark colors when it comes to reflecting sunlight and the associated absorption of thermal energy. A white surface reflects a lot more sunlight than a black one. By implication, heating of the vehicle and passenger compartment as a result of strong sunlight and high outside temperatures can be reduced by changing the exterior to a light color. In cooler weather, a dark outer skin will help the vehicle to absorb noticeably more warmth from the sun. In both cases, selective color changes can help to cut the amount of cooling and heating required from the vehicle's air conditioning. This reduces the amount of energy the vehicle electrical system needs and with it also the vehicle's fuel or electricity consumption. In an all-electric car, changing the color in line with the weather can therefore also help to increase the range. In the interior, the technology could, for example, prevent the dashboard from heating up too much. E Ink technology itself is extremely energy efficient. Unlike displays or projectors, the electrophoretic technology needs absolutely no energy to keep the chosen color state constant. Current only flows during the short color changing phase. Millions of paint capsules in a custom wrap. Electrophoretic coloring is based on a technology developed by E Ink that is most well-known from the displays used in eReaders. The surface coating of the BMW iX Flow featuring E Ink contains many millions of microcapsules, with a diameter equivalent to the thickness of a human hair. Each of these microcapsules contains negatively charged white pigments and positively charged black pigments. Depending on the chosen setting, stimulation by means of an electrical field causes either the white or the black pigments to collect at the surface of the microcapsule, giving the car body the desired shade.