Race an M3 at Nurburgring free

BMW has released a freebie game which lets players take to the mighty Nurburgring in the new M3.

BMW has created a free computer game, a simulator which lets you race the new M3 around the Nurburgring.

It's available to download directly from BMW.

But be warned - learning to apply opposite lock using keyboard arrows is probably not the most productive way to spend a day in the office.

It's addictive though, as the game allows you to spec up your own virtual M3 with a range of factory options before setting off for a few hot laps.

The sound of the 414bhp V8 has been recorded into the game for a bit of added realism and you can also take on other racers online.

- REUTERS