Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The BMW Group presented the first BMW iX5 Hydrogen vehicles in a pilot fleet that will go into service this year. This active driving experience will therefore be the first chance for people not involved in the development process to gain a direct impression of what the BMW iX5 Hydrogen has to offer. Earlier post.)

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BMW Hydrogen Fleet Lithium Ion 259

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 13, 2016

PD Glasseiden, a Germany-based producer of fiberglass; European Carbon Fiber GmbH; and the ForschungsCampus Open Hybrid LabFactory e.V., In the first step at a location in Chemnitz, Saxony, CarboSax will build a pilot line for the sustainable production of carbon fibers. Dr. Plath also previously worked for BMW i.

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Carbon Fiber Germany Carbon Production 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 9, 2016

BMW of North America won its bid to supply the Los Angeles Police Department with 100 battery-electric BMW i3 vehicles for use in the department’s transportation fleet. The BMW i3 police cars began hitting the streets of Los Angeles this spring badged with an LAPD insignia. Earlier post.)

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BMW Los Angeles Supplies Carbon Fiber 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 9, 2013

However, with many car OEMs recently dropping prices and offering more choice and improved performance, full electric vehicles are on the verge of leaving their eco niche of environmentally aware and socially responsible buyers, illustrated by car OEMs such as BMW, Daimler, and Volkswagen investing heavily in electrification.

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Get Electric Vehicle

MAY 14, 2024

Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) autonomously navigate factory floors, transporting materials efficiently while adapting to obstacles. Furthermore, electric luxury cars often incorporate sustainable materials and manufacturing practices, further minimizing their carbon footprint.

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Manufacturer Vehicles Electric Electrical 59

Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2013

The auto industry should play a central role in the energy discussion, Akerson noted, because light-duty vehicles account for about 60% of total transportation energy usage in the United States. The new Cadillac ATS is lighter than a comparable BMW 3-Series. GM, said Akerson, is doing a much better job optimizing mass efficiency.

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Fuel Economy Economy GM Gasoline 210

Green Car Congress

JULY 30, 2013

In a simultaneous—and video linked—unveil in New York, London and Beijing, BMW introduced the production version of its i3 battery-electric vehicle on Monday. Norbert Reithofer, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, during his remarks in New York. Earlier post.)

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BMW New York London Production 247