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Why dedication, determination and drive set us apart as individual characters: an homage to believing in yourself. 31 March 2023Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: - (NEDC) / 1.6–1.5 (WLTP) Combined CO2 emissions in g/km: - (NEDC) / 36–33 (WLTP) Combined power consumption in kWh/100 km: - (NEDC) / 30.1–28.9 (WLTP) Electric range in km: 82–88 (WLTP) Always stay up to date  Innovative mobility, exciting trends for the future and high RPMs: Subscribe now to get notified of new content.  Activate  Activated Subscription successful.Subscription failed. If you need help follow the link for support.“A strong character” often describes assertive personalities – as well as striking automotive design (➜ Read also: How BMW design is created). Smooth surfaces in the design language are attractive and beautiful from the very first glance. But in vehicles like the BMW XM, straight ribbing, corners and edges add excitement, depth and character. And is it not this individually distinct character that also set us apart as humans?As with automotive design, our personalities are also honed over the course of our lives. As we pursue our personal goals, we are often faced with the decision: whether to compromise, or whether to follow our chosen paths unconditionally, in the knowledge that every decision has consequences. Naomi Campbell  Authenticity borne out of consistency For supermodel Naomi Campbell, the decision was clear from the start: her dream of walking the world’s greatest catwalks came before everything else. “My mum didn’t want me to become a model, but I committed to what I wanted. I finished school, but without college or university, there was only this path. I took on this risk, so I had to be successful.”After advertising images and a shoot for the legendary Pirelli calendar, Campbell became the first black cover model for French vogue in 1988, at the age of 16. This was her breakthrough, and at the same time the launch pad for her meteoric rise. In the course of her career, Naomi graced well over 500 title images and worked with countless renowned photographers. At the same time, she always stayed true to one principle: “When I’m firmly convinced that what I’m doing is right for me, then it’s the right path.”@naomi·@naomi·@naomi·The Brit is known for her strong mind – precisely because she is genuine. “I was brought up to live and breathe integrity. That means staying true to your own values and at the same time acting honestly and fairly. Whatever I commit to, I do it all with 100 percent conviction. I don’t think about what people think or what their opinion might be; that way, giving up on this path is not an option.“There are three aspects: dedication, determination and drive. You have to love what you do and keep at it, even if people don’t always straightforwardly understand all your motives. When I do something, I see it through the end.”But it’s not just Naomi Campbell – uncompromising belief in their chosen path has also helped other strong-willed artists who enjoyed a ride in the BMW XM. Apache 207  Rethinking everything Apache 207 has become one of Germany’s most successful music stars even though his songs are relatively gentle – or perhaps because of that fact. He has broken records and revolutionized an entire genre – and yet he remains an enigma. He seldom gives interviews and rarely offers insights into his private life. Apache 207 – given name Volkan Yaman – grew up in Ludwigshafen. He doesn’t say much, preferring to let his music speak for itself. The path he has taken is unorthodox, and that’s why he fascinates others. The secret is unconditional belief in himself.“If I had stuck to rules and compromises, it would only have worked in the standard framework. My team and I wanted to rethink it. No matter what difficulties you face, you must never lose sight of your goal. Our vision was to participate sustainably in the world of music and make an impression. How do we achieve that? Each of us gives it our all. It’s teamwork. People coming together and giving everything without compromise.”@apache_207·@apache_207·@apache_207· Ishod Wair  There is no predefined structure Ishod Wair also relies on a consistent driving factor: self-confidence. Hailing from New Jersey, the pro skateboarder is also a fashion icon, lover of classic cars and avowed BMW fan (➜ Read also: Obsessed x BMW and Ishod Wair). For him, it is precisely this confidence in our own strengths that makes the difference.“You must stick to your convictions. The fact that people have different characters and opinions is precisely what makes us human, what makes us individuals. I have to love what I do. If I firmly believe in it, that belief spreads to other people too. It’s like skating: you skate and skate, and yet sometimes you still feel like you’re not progressing, like you aren’t learning any new skills. You have to believe in yourself. Then, the breakthrough will come sometime and you’ll reach the next level.”@ishodwair·@ishodwair·@ishodwair·    Although Campbell, Apache 207 and Wair have pursued very different careers, they are all united by their inner compass of decisiveness. They remain unyieldingly true to their ideas, to the paths they have taken. Author: Markus Löblein; Art: Shin Miura, Lucas Lemuth; Photos & Video: BMW THE XM  Find out more More articles 50 years of BMW M  7 milestones in the history of BMW M  BMW Lifestyle  Joshua Vides to dress: understated cool  Bold Magical Woman  The true power of womanhood  Automotive Life Creators Interview Lifestyle Music Urban LifeOfficial data on fuel consumption, CO2 emissions, electric consumption and electric range were determined in accordance with the mandatory measurement procedure and comply with Regulation (EU) 715/2007 valid at the time of type approval. In case of a range, figures in the WLTP take into account any optional equipment. For vehicles type-approved after 01.01.2021 only WLTP values officially exist. For more information on the WLTP measurement procedures, see https://www.bmw.co.uk/en/topics/discover/efficientdynamics/bmw-emissions.html.For more information on the official fuel consumption and official specific CO2 emissions of new passenger cars, see the 'Guide to Fuel Consumption, CO2 Emissions, and Electricity Consumption of New Passenger Cars', which is available free of charge at all sales outlets, from Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH (DAT), Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760 Ostfildern-Scharnhausen, and at https://www.dat.de/co2/. 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