Also included in this preview video are some impressions from a few BMW engineers assigned to the 8 Series. “The trick is to offer maximum driving pleasure with a given suitability for everyday use,” said Markus Flasch, 8 Series project leader. We’re also introduced to head of drivetrain integration, Christian Billig and Jos Van As, head of application chassis. Each offer some valuable insights regarding their respective areas of expertise. So why did BMW choose Le Mans as the venue for the big 8 Series debut? That’s simple. BMW is officially returning to La Sarthe where it will race the M8 GTE.
