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China auto price war: BMW dealers offer discounts of up to $14,360 for i3

CN EV Post

Image from BMW China Weibo) As a large number of car companies in China are offering huge subsidies or price cuts, BMW is offering more than 100,000 yuan ($14,360) off its all-electric model, the i3, according to local media. BMW insiders deny this, local media Cailian reported today.

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AeroVironment EV dealer program bundles home charger, installation, and warranty with car purchase

Green Car Congress

launched a dealer program that provides turnkey residential charging packages to consumers purchasing new electric vehicles (EVs) or plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and allows them to finance the charger in combination with the vehicle at the time of sale. AeroVironment, Inc. If needed, AeroVironment also provides at-home, in-person support.

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Changan's EV brand Shenlan offers up to $6,030 discount on vehicle purchases

CN EV Post

(Image credit: Shenlan) Shenlan, Changan Automobile's new energy vehicle (NEV) brand, is offering consumers tens of thousands of yuan in incentives to purchase vehicles as the auto price war in China continues. In addition to the Shenlan brand, Changan is offering car purchase incentives for its other sub-brands.

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Where Your Author Owns a Used BMW Convertible for a Year

The Truth About Cars

It seems only a couple of months ago I reported on my experience traveling from Cincinnati to Nashville to purchase the 2010 BMW Z4, thus satisfying a used convertible car search that lasted for a year and a half. In early June I lost the driver’s side BMW logo off the fender because of ancient glue that turned to peanut butter.

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BMW Active Hybrid e-bike with significant power boost

Green Car Congress

BMW has introduced the new Active Hybrid e-bike featuring a significant power boost. The frame’s profile is accentuated by the familiar BMW “bullneck”, which exudes energy and forward-surging presence, and the Frozen Black and Arctic Silver paintwork. E-bikes place very specific demands on their saddles.

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Auto Alliance pushing for passage of Maryland SB 1234 that would require state purchase of ZEVs; 50% of LDVs by 2026

Green Car Congress

The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (Auto Alliance) is strongly supporting the passage of Maryland’s SB 1234 , a bill that would require the State of Maryland to purchase zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) for state fleets. The bill also includes a reporting requirement for State agencies that purchase vehicles. —Auto Alliance.

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Ford, BMW, & Honda Go Deeper Into EV Energy Needs With ChargeScape Joint Venture

CleanTechnica EVs

Beyond maybe a tank of gas (two if you’re lucky) at time of purchase, the job of fueling the vehicle wasn’t something manufacturers or dealers participated in. Traditionally, automakers haven’t been very involved in powering the vehicles they sell.

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