The Truth About Cars

MAY 21, 2024

Our drive route was different for the turbo and PHEV – I drove the PHEV on the winding Palms-to-Pines mountain highway and the turbo mostly around town, though I did get one stretch of mildly curvy road in it. Some pavement types led to some serious tire noise, though wind noise was almost nonexistent. And so on.

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Charged EVs

AUGUST 7, 2022

Everything old is new again: BMW’s fifth-generation eDrive features a wound-field synchronous AC motor. So, BMW’s choice of a brushed motor for its 5th-generation eDrive technology (which debuted in vehicles like the 2022 BMW iX M6) would seem to be a step back in technological progress—and in some ways it is.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 26, 2023

T , Audi SQ5, Porsche Macan, Mercedes-Benz GLC 43, BMW X3 M40i, and sibling Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. Story and photos by John Faulkner. [

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

When putting the S500 in drive and pulling away, you hear a distinctive click that reassures the door handles have retracted and will not be grabbing the wind as you whoosh down the road. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews.

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EV Central

DECEMBER 16, 2023

The Model 3’s direct EV rivals include the Polestar 2 , Hyundai Ioniq 6 and BYD Seal , and it also steals some sales from the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Audi A4. You could also pop the BMW i4 into its competitor set. There’s also a noticeably quieter cabin as a result of efforts to reduce wind and road noise.

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Plugs and Cars

DECEMBER 4, 2006

Titled "Not as Green as it Seems," Spiegel Online takes direct aim not only at BMW's vision of the future, but the entire hydrogen enterprise. Similar to GM's plans for its hydrogen fuel cell Chevrolet, BMW plans to roll out 100 cars, lease only (sound familiar?) But the image is one of deceit.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Genesis – a brand described by its spokespeople as “audacious and distinctively Korean” – is to Hyundai what Lexus is to Toyota, which means that it’s after Lexus customers, but also the German premium marques such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi. The post Genesis GV70 Electrified review appeared first on EV Central.

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 21, 2022

Genesis invited automotive media to Bentonville, Arkansas, to drive the G80 EV through the winding Ozark Mountain roads. The G80 EV has limited wind and road noise partly due to the low 0.26 Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 13, 2013

The BMW i3 battery electric vehicle can emit 30-50% less total life cycle greenhouse gases than comparable conventional vehicles depending upon the source of its electricity, according to its ISO 14040/14044 certificate from the TÜV SÜD Technical Inspectorate. —Ulrich Kranz, Senior Vice President BMW i. Earlier post.)

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The Truth About Cars

JULY 12, 2023

Neither will this review, which will be in two parts - today’s article will be a review of the Model 3 itself, and a subsequent article will detail my “EV experience” that came with this vehicle. *Ed. note – Maybe if the company loaned cars to journalists for review. It certainly won’t be uncomplicated. Just a thought, Elon.

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Clean Fleet Report

JULY 4, 2022

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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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 15, 2023

The ride was supple, but not soft or floaty, and felt great on winding roads. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 9, 2021

A BMW owner, he is a possible future Polestar buyer, which made this a demo ride and reinforced my positive impressions. These should diminish as more and more of the grid uses power from renewable sources, such as solar and wind, and as the manufacturers themselves use green energy—some, including GM, already do.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

coefficient of drag (C d ) to aid slipping through the wind. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. News: BMW Adds iPeformance. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Wind noise is unnoticeable, helped by the car’s 0.30 The performance, comfort, drivability and great design all make it a worthy contender among sport sedans such as the Audi A7, BMW 330i, and the Genesis G70. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Current EV

MARCH 3, 2020

BMW showed off new photos and published new specs concerning its electric i4 sedan, which the company claims will arrive at dealerships in 2021 and produce a driving range of 372 miles (which EPA estimates have cut down to 270 miles). BMW was quickly branded as one of the Electric Vehicle Movement’s leaders.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

tonne elephant dance,” said Albert Biermann – N’s executive technical adviser and former BMW M Division boss – and they’ve cracked it. It masks its weight on winding roads too, and can really feel quite small and playful. The challenge has been making a 2.2-tonne

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

There are no direct rivals at this stage, with the closest options being the Tesla Model X that is currently not available here as well as the smaller BMW iX. Running on 21-inch Goodyear rubber we found it used about 24kWh per 100km during a mix of driving that took in plenty of freeway running as well as mountainous winding roads.

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 5, 2022

The version that Clean Fleet Report tested was the mid-range EV6 RWD “Wind” trim. The Wind and GT-Line versions also have decent towing capacity of 2,300 lbs. The top speed of 117 mph for the AWD version is close to the performance BMW i4 M50 we recently tested. Under the little frunk are some powerful motors.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Some of the automakers include in that agreement are Volkswagen, BMW, Ford, General Motors, Fiat, Toyota and Mitsubishi. Caroline Reichert, a spokeswoman for the Germany energy company RWE , said leading automotive and energy companies have reached an agreement for a standardized plug for electric cars. by RSS or sign up by email.

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Charged EVs

JANUARY 5, 2024

Kia EV9 Blocky but wind-cheating While it’s more aerodynamic than it looks, the EV9’s flat sides and blocky, square-cut lines fall into the heart of the current SUV market. Mid-level trims (Wind, at $65,395, and Land, $6,000 more) come with dual motors delivering a total of 283 kW (379 hp) to power all four wheels, rated at 280 miles.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 23, 2024

Look for a full Road Test review on Clean Fleet Report after we have had the EV9 for a full week and the opportunity to put it through the paces of everyday driving. seconds Top speed: 115 mph Curb Weight: 5,324 pounds Max Towing: 2,000 pounds Wind and Land 280 miles AER (with optional 20-inch wheels) 99.8 0-60 mph: 7.7

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Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

Our review of the not-so-much-smaller 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid returned stellar fuel economy topping 50 miles per gallon. The G80 has an elegant ride with unnoticeable wind noise (partly due to the low 0.27 Road Test: 2018 BMW 530e xDrive PHEV. Plenty of stopping power. In the case of the 2022 Genesis G80 Sport Prestige 3.5T

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EVolution

JANUARY 29, 2021

An ABS statistics review released in 2019 states that the average passenger ICE vehicle consumes about 10.8 This is a good time to mention you can also use wind power; f you have it, the Zappi will accommodate. Driving electric is becoming more popular, but a common question we get is 'how much cheaper is it than petrol, really?'.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 5, 2024

Kia EV9 Blocky but wind-cheating While it’s more aerodynamic than it looks, the EV9’s flat sides and blocky, square-cut lines fall into the heart of the current SUV market. Mid-level trims (Wind, at $65,395, and Land, $6,000 more) come with dual motors delivering a total of 283 kW (379 hp) to power all four wheels, rated at 280 miles.

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EV Central

MAY 26, 2023

The BMW i3s was likewise a quicker version of a city-focused EV, but it’s no longer produced. There’s a strong surge from standstill, and it winds up quickly to illegal-in-Australia speeds. Expect it to arrive around November or December. As with the Fiat, only the hatchback body style will be imported.

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EV Central

MAY 11, 2023

Not as aesthetically successful (to this reviewer’s eyes) as the larger EQS, the EQE certainly looks like the bulk of its exterior design was done in Benz’s wind tunnel. Available here only in ($340,000 drive-away) AMG 53 trim, the EQE’s you smaller yet more affordable way into an electric Benz sedan.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 23, 2024

Even with winter tires mounted, road noise wasn’t bad until you started getting above 130 km/h or so (that’s 80 MPH for Electrek’s American readers), and wind noise, even at very high speeds, was surprisingly tame. This RWD variant effectively competes with the BMW i4 eDrive40, at least on paper.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 19, 2009

Other than sports car wanna-bes, modern cars are so quiet that you hear tire/wind noise much more than engines. Read reviews, get free pricing, and much more. Reply ↓ ↑ report 3 Snowdog 6:22PM (4/17/2009) Totally agree. I have stated the same before. Looking for a better auto insurance rate? - a key Randy C.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 20, 2009

Were told that the agreement includes nods of acceptance from the likes of Volkswagen, BMW, Ford, General Motors, Fiat, Toyota, Mitsubishi, Eon, Vattenfall, EDF, Npower, Endesa and Enel, and while theres no time frame for when itll be introduced, were pretty stoked to hear that at least something has been decided upon. Neutral who? @

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