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      03-31-2014, 11:34 PM   #1
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BMW Introduces Artificial G-Force Technology

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1 April, 2014

BMW looks set to change the face of motoring with the introduction of a patented artificial G-force technology.


BMW’s new Force Injection Booster simulates the effects of spirited driving, even when commuting at slower speeds, to create a thrilling ride. When activated at speeds under 20mph, the Force Injection Booster (FIB) works by extracting kinetic energy from the car’s engine and converting it into positive g-forces. These are then channelled directly at the driver and passengers through the air conditioning vents, while a mild electric current is delivered through the front seats, to simulate the same exhilarating feeling of driving at high speed*.

This technology comes complete with the BMW AirNet®, the latest in hair protection technology, to ensure that occupant’s don’t have to compromise between personal style and driving performance.

Professor Mika Notbetrü, Head of BMW Innovation, describes FIB technology as “Mind-blowingly unbelievable”.

The Force Injection Booster will be available across the BMW range from 1 April, 2014. For more information on this optional feature please call 0800 093 6161 or email mika.notbetru@bmw.com.

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      03-31-2014, 11:41 PM   #2
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Lol!! Not very believable April's fool I'm afraid !!
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Timely April fools fellas.
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      03-31-2014, 11:43 PM   #4
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Lol!! Not very believable April's fool I'm afraid !!
Saying the M3/M4 is 3 months delayed would have been way better. People would have flipped
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      03-31-2014, 11:44 PM   #6
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Lol!! Not very believable April's fool I'm afraid !!
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The M5 definitely doesn't need this...
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Professor "My CannotBeTrue" has done it again. LOL. Happy April's Fools.

Better to have said that the M2 was cancelled with an elaborate explanation - would have really had some people's panties up in a bunch!!
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Wouldn't put it past them in a few years. They'll call it ActiveG's or something.
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The best part is a retrofit kit will be available for all BMWs. I will have it done on my roadster.
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lol I actually fell for the Kim Jung Un buying the nurburgring joke last year but this one? Caught it right away.
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FIB hehe
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The second I saw this I knew it was April 1st.
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Lmao. It had me going. Sooo lame
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If you'd said it was a dealer fit $5000 M Performance accessory... Well no, no one would have believed it. Great email address though!

Happy April Fools
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The ultimate pisstake would have been to repost the news that BMW are releasing a FWD drive car this year.
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