Albert Biermann: The man that brings the Nürburgring to every car - Inside the MotoMan Studio

[@nurzrachit7133]

This guy helped me to give up my preconceived ideas related to Kia/Hyundai thereby allowing me to purchase quite possibly the funnest car I've ever driven. While shopping cars last April I discovered that Beirman had been instrumental in the design of the Veloster N and when I discovered that, I decided to at least test drive it. I had never even considered Hyundai... It wasn't even on the radar. I had previously looked at Honda, Mazda, and Nissan when I tested the Hyundai. After the drive, I did something I had never done before. I purchased it that day. Normally when I purchased a vehicle, I would give it time, continue to look and then make my decision. The car fit what I was looking for so closely, I didn't want to take the chance of someone else grabbing it while I was was off pondering. I fell in love with the car from the first drive. That love and enjoyment has only grown since then for this car. It's not the fanciest, nor the fastest, but my God it's a blast! Thanks Albert, you are a legend and I only see that you are getting better with Time. To make a car like my Veloster N, that is attainable for the common guy is absolutely awesome. Can't wait to see what is next From The BOSS!!!!!

[@BeanieNinjay0]

By the time Biermann retires from Hyundai, their N division will be legendary.

[@hwankim2710]

As a Korean working in the auto industry 15+ years, i am really grateful that such an iconic person came to Korea to put mojo in Korean cars. I saw him from a distance a few times during domestic events, and our respect to him is genuine. Regardless of which company you work for. (i don’t work for Hyundai, but rather a German company). I hope to see more attractive cars!!!

[@davidkimmm]

Thank you Albert Biermann for bringing your remarkable vision to the humble, hardworking engineers of Korea. What you've done at Hyundai/Genesis/Kia is truly historic.

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

BMW M and the Hyundai N division would not be what it is without Mr. Biermann. Such a legend 👏👏

[@googleuser2571]

So many of his M car touches in the N cars. The dashed yellow "redline" on the rev counter that creeps up as the oil warms, the sense of the car just getting better and better the harder its driven, and the sense of engineering integrity and mechanical unburstability, and the way the whole car feels like its been polished and refined, and had its whole character built by people who love driving. I've had faster and more expensive cars than my i30N, but it is my favourite by a mile.

[@memememine1]

Absolutely. Your description could have been for any of his m cars ahaha. It perfectly described my old E90 M3 sedan.

[@Novice2Expert]

The interview is so good, I don’t want it to end!

[@kalashmotorsport6928]

Elton Elzee me to

[@aaaaachew]

This man is what made me fall in love with BMWs M division. It’s sad to see where the brand is now. It’s really become a joke for those of us, including my parents who were the true enthusiasts and made the brand what it is today. Well done Mr. Biermann👍

[@crossandshoot796]

this was the best show ever ! real genuine guy looking forward to driving cars he's made

[@waynerm002]

Great interview! I like how he explained getting to work doing his hobby and how later he was seen at the company as the guy/group wasting money, then to later realize how others in the industry, and us car enthusiasts, view him. It is sad that companies don't recognize great talent and treat them poorly after years of service. We are happy that Hyundai approached him and that he can continue to share his talents with another company that will benefit us car loving folks in the long tun. His contributions to us will be spoken of, even after he retires. I do hope he will give us some more great products at KIA. Of course some of us are looking for a sportier driving Stinger or suspension mods, with the Biermann approval for our Stingers/G70/80.

[@yahtzeejimbob]

Great interview, Moto man. Albert has clearly become the right man at the right time at Hyundai / Kia. Eventually, his benefits will no longer be needed there because of movement towards all new cars in the future, and all new needs for the buying public. But for now, we can all appreciate the ability of both Albert and the company to benefit so well together.

[@orangejuice-xi3gt]

What’s so awesome about Biermann joining Hyundai is that young people like me can have access to Biermann’s incredible engineering and driving dynamics without having to pay for the BMW badge

[@Mr2ee]

Mr. Biermann is known in Korea as 맥주만형 (Beer man bro) lol. Hope he enjoys his stay in Korea until his retirement. And thanks to Motoman for the interview. Happy NY!

[@zigforjustice]

Such a delightful interview. That whole wedding tradition is fantastic

[@gauchegaucho]

One of the most underrated car persons in the industry

[@twgood5882]

Fascinating interview, going well beyond the talking points that get regurgitated at vehicle release press tours.

[@limpet7r63]

Clearly a people person as well as a talented engineer. He's quite humble about the way that so many people reached out to him and supported him over the years, but that's the mark of not only a great talent, but someone who is genuinely liked and respected.

[@Blackthump]

I really do like the way of Mr. Biermann, i wish he would be my supervisor. Thanks for having him on your show. Cheers Oliver

[@PHFilms3]

Amazing interview this is and will be a classic and one of your best videos ever made.

[@gosemonster]

What a great interview! Thanks Motoman!

[@romeotrinh6415]

What a story! Who can imagine a story of one passionate car lover can bring so many joy to the car industry spreading the beauty of engineering car design benefit to so many car companies out there like you Sir! Thank you!

[@daban4158]

This is a great interview. Thank you so much to share this video and the experience that Mr. Biermann has over 30 years. We can now clearly see the rise of Hyundai high-performance cars like the stinger and i30 N. I think all the car enthusiasts will appreciate what Mr. Biermann has brung to us.

[@혜성지기]

I can listen to Biermann all day.

[@swiper1818]

Biermann makes me want to buy one of his cars - superb guy and superb interview!!!

[@markdavis1505]

Awesome interview! I enjoy these more than the car reviews which are great on their own. Glad to be a subscriber.

[@nickrgeorge]

My Veloster N arrives in early March! Listening to this interview makes me even more excited for it.

[@metallutca]

Great interview! I would love to hear more on what Mr. Biermann did with the Stinger.

[@ispro2563]

Yes bro, this is an interview with Mr Albert Biermann about Kia Stinger kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4LSqYlvppZjh8k

[@10-8mobileupfitters4]

Motoman talked me into test driving my Sonata N line, Biermann sold me the car. The salesman was slightly terrified.

[@macstone9719]

Great interview. Authentic.

[@IceDree]

Looks like Mrs Coleman have some serious competition lol. He had fascinating childhood and a mind blowing career at BMW, much respect! His legacy will live on forever, especially with the E30. I kinda expected one of you will bring up the original X6 and how that wild idea came to be once he mentioned the X5 E70. As always, excellent work, M. Loved this episode.

[@TheHarlemtwin]

Thank you for this incredible interview!

[@nelsonricciardi7087]

Extraordinary interview. Extraordinary individual. Well done both of you.

[@Jonnyicey]

This guy is an absolute legend, makes me want to own an i30n even more after watching this!

[@itsamerandomguy9581]

Its a humble start, but under a great overseer and support, I see it rising as an ember that ends up as a huge fire that can burn a forest.

[@The_Stick]

Amazing interview. Keep up the high quality work.

[@acefighterpilot]

What a great role model. He was somewhat lucky but his work ethic enabled that.

[@learningun1582]

Loved it! Great piece of an interview.

[@gauchegaucho]

I am extremely thankful for this gentleman

[@iluvbrownies64]

This is amazing. Very well done!

[@KoreanLounge]

der Herr ist fuer uns Koreaner so sympatisch, er hat seinen Autoherz nach Suedkorea mitgebracht, ohne ihn kann ich den riesigen Erfolg von Hyundai nicht gut vorstellen

[@superfast30]

BMW Motorsport legend! Dude, you gotta let the man talk!

[@Zenohua]

Great Review!

[@zzhughesd]

Great interview

[@MikeSmith-bq4nw]

Just WOW!!!

[@wonbongcho8709]

What a intersting way of thinking he did research on the country first before the company and what sort of people are there good way of thinking

[@EdoardoBaldi]

Great interview. P.s. no plan to upload them all on Google Podcasts?

[@ehut12]

god bless albert biermann! 👏

[@CravenTheDarkLord]

Imagine if Motoman meets savageese meets straightpipes. Greatest crossover series

[@WheelKnowledge]

Hey @MotoManTv - are you able to release the completely unedited version of this interview? I noticed its slightly chopped. Would love to see the whole interview!

[@meenamjah]

great man.

[@jetrep]

I have to admit I was hoping there'd be more discussion about where Hyundai is headed...and what's stopping them from making that roadster.

[@쁘레짱]

M 과 N의 아버지. 과거 BMW에서, 현재는 현대, 기아에서.... 자동차 역사상 존경받아야 할 분중의 한분!!! ❤❤❤

[@이용범-g4l]

When did this interview take place? Maybe it seems like Hyundai/Kia would not let him go until his death.

[@fromisheon4867]

He will be like Carroll Shelby that because of him America has the performance. Because of Albert, Korea has the N performance. Mr. Albert could you make more manual transmission for N models? I care about engaging than better in numbers.

[@noahlugobaseballandboxing7015]

I could have listened for 2 hours

[@brightenupcc]

Worst interviewer ever. 1. Stop interrupting the subject! 2. Stop your artificial laughs 3. Listen. Avoid asking questions where the subject has to repeat himself

[@wookim221]

He asks way to much questions..let the man speak freely

[@onlyhuman7420]

BMW lost a great engineer.People like him were the driving force behind the BMW Motorsport division iconic models.

[@meenamjah]

and shame on you bmw for treating this man with such disrespect.

[@RaGeAlucard]

all about money, there is no other good reason to leave BMW for Hyundai. now he can work on front wheel driven, 4 cylinder hot hatches. looks to me like a huge downgrade.

[@limpet7r63]

It's not just about the product, it's about feeling respected and being given freedom to do what you do without being bogged down with politics and ever tightening restrictions. As well as the challenge of getting a complete new division and sub-brand off the ground, and playing a fundamental role in shaping it, and the products that will define it, I also get the distinct impression that whatever he asks for in Hyundai, within reason of course, is green lighted. Compared to the interference and restriction at BMW, it must be like a breath of fresh air. Instead of going through the motions at BMW, and sliding off into the early retirement he'd planned, he's taken on a new challenge with a blank sheet of paper. It's not hard to see the appeal, IMO.