Nico DeMattia

Nico DeMattia is a Senior Editor at BMWBLOG. He’s a bigger fan of classic cars than new ones, especially BMWs and the quirkier the better. Cars that are weird, unusual or unwanted, those are the cars Nico likes. He also enjoys covering news from across the auto industry and performing test drives aboard new and old BMW cars. Throughout the years, Nico co-hosted a podcast featuring interviews with industry icons such as designer Chris Bangle. He started writing about cars in 2015 before joining BMWBLOG in 2016. Nico is also a News Editor for The Drive. Fun Facts: Nico is a massive NFL fan and has a love/hate relationship with the New York Giants. He's also a Marvel nerd.
BMW X4: I've seen the light

BMW X4: I’ve seen the light

I’m a bit harsh on some of BMW’s niche cars. So much so that I’m labeled as a bit of an old souled curmudgeon sometimes. But I don’t hate BMW’s niche cars, I just think…

BMW M2 CSL Could Take On The Porsche GT4

BMW M2 CSL Could Take On The Porsche GT4

BMW has always had a strong fan base for its CSL variants of its sports cars. The 3.0 liter CSL of the ’70s and the E46 M3 CSL are some of BMW’s most popular models…

Is the i3 the new Isetta?

Is the i3 the new Isetta?

Over sixty years ago, BMW bought a then rights tons tiny little Italian car called the Isetta. It was a massive hit in Europe, selling over 160,000 units. It brought BMW back from the brink…

Two Car BMW Dream Garage

Two Car BMW Dream Garage

If you had a choice of any two BMWs, for just you or you and your significant other, what would your dream two-car BMW garage be filled with?

Watches & Cars: BALL For BMW – TimeTrekker

What car would you own beside BMW?

All German cars rest their reputations on a core foundation of values; quality, performance and innovative engineering. However, each individual brand sets itself apart by focusing different specific values from one another. For instance, Mercedes-Benz…

BMW i3 missing a few things to be the perfect car

BMW i3 missing a few things to be the perfect car

The BMW i3 is easily the most innovative and forward thinking car I’ve ever driven. It is a fascinating vehicle, packed to the brim with new and creative ideas. It feels like no other car…

Modern Cars Need Modern Transmissions

Modern Cars Need Modern Transmissions

This morning started out like usual for me, getting a cup of coffee and popping on the computer to see what new and exciting things were happening in the automotive world. During my many stops…

BMW History: The 6 Series and M6 family

BMW History: The 6 Series and M6 family

There are certain cars throughout history whose looks age far more gracefully than others. One of those happens to be the E24 6 Series, the original 6er. With that long, shark nose, short rear deck,…

BMW's 700 hp eDrive prototype can be a Tesla killer

BMW’s 700 hp eDrive prototype can be a Tesla killer

It seems as if BMW has a group of mad scientists posing as engineers working deep within the bowels of the Bavarian brand’s factories. These mad scientists have been working on a special vehicle, which…