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.
Do we need a smart, high-tech keyfob?

Do we need a smart, high-tech keyfob?

BMW recently introduced a very fancy keyfob for the i8 which embodies a touchscreen that can control the entire car. Some love this, which isn’t surprising as the key is impressive, practical and down right…

BMW Sport Mode Setting

BMW Sport Mode Setting

In a recent Top Gear episode, Jeremy Clarkson tested the new BMW F80 M3. In the test he brought up the fact that the electric power steering wasn’t up to snuff with the M3s of…

Is BMW X2 still coming?

Is BMW X2 still coming?

With BMW having, essentially, every possible niche segment filled to some extent, it isn’t surprising that here are rumors of an X2 Sports Activity Coupe in the works. There aren’t any test mules or any…

Is Volvo XC-90 a problem for the BMW X5?

Top Gear: BMW i8 vs. BMW M3

On tonight’s episode of the famous (or infamous, depending on how you feel about the show) British motoring program, Top Gear, host Jeremy Clarkson will drive both a BMW i8 and M3. The idea is…

Is Apple building a self-driving car?

Is Apple building a self-driving car?

In a recent Wall Street Journal article, it has been revealed that Apple, the iPhone juggernaut, is working on a car project called “Titan”. It was only matter of time, to be honest, as Steve…

Rolls Royce Serenity

Rolls Royce Serenity

Called “Serenity”, this new bespoke Rolls is supposed to have the nicest, most luxurious interior to be seen this year.

Is ALPINA B7 substituting a potential BMW M7?

Is ALPINA B7 substituting a potential BMW M7?

With the upcoming M2, the M Division will officially have its own version of every BMW car variant, and even a couple of SUVs, except for the 7 Series. The high-performance 7er was always left…