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BMW unveils i8 Roadster, 2019 i8 Coupe; optimized eDrive tech increases power and range

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At the Los Angeles Auto Show, BMW unveiled the first i8 Roadster, along with the 2019 i8 Coupe. Optimized BMW eDrive technology delivers more power—total output increased to 369 hp (+12 hp)—and a refined high-voltage battery with increased capacity and range. Optimized BMW eDrive technology.

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Road Test: 2023 Maserati Grecale Modena Mild Hybrid

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The EPA rates fuel economy at 22 mpg city/29 highway/25 combined while running on 91 octane. mpg, with our overall economy coming in just above the EPA rating at 26.1 The 12-way heated and ventilated power sport seats, carbon fiber, piano black, satin-finished accents and the analog center-dash clock added posh touches.

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Toyota details design of fuel cell system in Mirai; work on electrode catalysts

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The Toyota papers were part of the larger World Congress technical session on practical hydrogen fuel cell technology: PFL 720, Advances in Fuel Cell Vehicle Applications, chaired by Jesse Schneider of BMW. Fuel economy. Along with enhanced membrane physical properties, this measure improved fuel economy by roughly 6.5%

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SAE World Congress panel highlights progress on H2 infrastructure and fuel cell vehicle commercialization

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The PFL 799 technical executive expert panel at this year’s world Congress, chaired by Jesse Schneider (from BMW), invited those automakers as well as infrastructure leaders to discuss their progress in fuel cell technology and hydrogen infrastructure and challenges remaining. This is planned to increase in the future. Earlier post.).

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Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 3LT

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The EPA rates the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray fuel economy at 15 city/27 highway/19 combined. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience. With a twist of a couple latches off comes the removable carbon fiber roof, letting in the open air.

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Road Test: 2022 BMW i4 M50

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BMW Finally Puts Its Marker in the EV Race. BMW’s newest EV delivers unique style and world-class performance. BMW has been a pioneer in the EV business for more than a decade with quirky vehicles like the i3 city car and outrageously high-tech and performance-oriented i8 plug-in hybrid. The first BMW EV sedan with an M badge.

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Road Test: 2022 Genesis G80 Sport Prestige 3.5T AWD

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The EPA estimates the G80’s fuel economy to be 17 mpg city/26 highway/20 combined. For better economy, the 2.5L If fuel economy is a pacing item, then getting 32 mpg with the smaller displacement probably is worth foregoing the performance benefits of the larger engine. Road Test: 2018 BMW 530e xDrive PHEV.