Why BMWs Are Called "Beamers"
If you're a fan of BMW vehicles, you've probably heard the nickname "Beamer" or "Bimmer" used to refer to these luxury German automobiles. But where did this slang term originate? The history of the "Beamer" nickname dates back to the 1960s and 70s. At BMW of Montgomery we're enthusiastic about the history of modern BMWs, and we're here to take a closer look at how this nickname came to be.