Green Car Reports

MAY 5, 2015

Back in January, engineering firm Munro & Associates orchestrated a "tear-down" of a BMW i3 electric car at its facility near Detroit. The company--which specializes in disassembling new cars, analyzing them, and selling the information to competitors--even posted a video of the process.

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BMW Electric Cars Design Detroit 60

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JUNE 24, 2013

The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbon fiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L The battery comprises 60 25Ah cells, with a carbon-fiber case. two-cylinder diesel, 20 kW electric motor and 5.5 Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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Plug-in Diesel Plug Hybrid 324

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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

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NOVEMBER 13, 2012

At the Manhattan stop on its year-long “Born Electric” World Tour, BMW i featured the BMW i8 Concept Roadster—shown for the first time in North America—and the BMW i3 Concept. A single-speed gearbox sends the power to the rear wheels and accelerates the BMW i3 Concept to a top speed of 150 km/h (93 mph).

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BMW Concept San Francisco Carbon Fiber 273

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NOVEMBER 28, 2012

BMW i3 Concept Coupé. Like the original BMW i3 Concept ( earlier post ), the three-door coupe is propelled by an electric motor developed by the BMW Group, which develops a maximum output of 125 kW/170 hp and peak torque of 250 N·m (184 lb-ft). BMW i3 Concept Coupé. BMW i3 Concept Coupé. Click to enlarge.

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BMW Connect Connected Concept 225

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DECEMBER 1, 2021

With a twist of a couple latches off comes the removable carbon fiber roof, letting in the open air. Set high on the fenders, the lights blend into the long carbon fiber hood, which leads to a sweptback windshield and onto the removable roof. News: BMW Adds iPeformance. Designed to slip through the air.

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Chevrolet MPG Clean Cleaning 87

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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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BMW Lithium Ion EPA All-Electric 96

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MAY 7, 2022

inch split-screen high-definition LCD multi-information display, sitting above a sleek dash that has accents of carbon fiber, leatherette and a layered backlit trim. There is an underside storage tray, side storage pockets and a temporary spare tire. Tech Abounds. Sliding behind the wheel reveals a 14.5-inch How does it compare?

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SUV Clean Cleaning Fuel Economy 90

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OCTOBER 20, 2014

The passenger compartment consists of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic, while aluminum is used in the front, rear and room frame. —Stefan Riederer, BMW Research & Technology. research project were the automotive companies BMW AG (consortium leader) and Daimler AG; TUM; Autoliv BV & Co. Click to enlarge.

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Miles Range Carbon Fiber Batteries 236

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JULY 10, 2013

Cutaway of the BMW i3. With the launch of the production BMW i3 battery-electric vehicle (also available with a range extender) looming, the BMW Group provided more details about the first series-produced model from its new i brand, offering customers electric mobility in a premium small car package. Click to enlarge.

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Connect Connected BMW Electric 316

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NOVEMBER 17, 2015

This makes it possible to use navigation data and real-time traffic information to compute an ideal driving strategy at the start of the trip. Underway, the predictive efficiency assistant provides precise near-field information to help the driver save fuel. The tanks can store around five kilograms (11.0

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Audi PHEV Diesel Fuel 150

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JULY 17, 2015

We have written a short paper of about 22 pages suitable for a general audience, pulling out more technical information into a series of appendices. Since some readers might read only one appendix, some information has been repeated. More information on e-mile comparisons is given by Reference Nº 2. About Dr. Frank.

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PHEV Plug-in Renewable Energy 150