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MINI introducing small-series all-electric MINI Cooper SE Convertible in Europe

Green Car Congress

MINI is moving ahead with a small series of the all-electric MINI Cooper SE Convertible (power consumption combined: 17.2 The world’s first locally emission-free premium convertible in the small car segment shortens the transition period to the introduction of the next-generation all-electric model family. seconds.

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BMW to begin testing BMW M Hybrid V8 with P66/3 engine

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BMW will shortly begin an intensive period of testing for the BMW M Hybrid V8, with which BMW M Motorsport will be battling for overall wins in 2023 in the IMSA GTP class of the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. The BMW M Hybrid V8 is powered by the P66/3 eight-cylinder turbo engine with supplementary electric drive.

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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. But does that still ring true, do I still think an old German car was the right choice?

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Electric DeLorean, BMW i4 update, Model S convertible, EV satisfaction study: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

BMW takes aim at Tesla handling. A Model S convertible wows as we wait for the Roadster. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Model S, Model 3, and Kia Niro EV are tops in satisfaction. And could the DeLorean DMC-12 come back all-electric?

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Used Car of the Day: 2004 BMW 330ci Convertible

The Truth About Cars

So if a drop-top appeals to you and you want one before the snow flies, this 2004 BMW 330ci convertible could be for you. Anyway, this one-owner car has apparently been well-maintained and is in great interior and exterior shape. The car has the Sport package and an upgraded speaker system, as well as Bluetooth.

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2025 Mercedes-AMG CLE53 Cabriolet Maintains Brand’s Commitment to Convertibles

The Truth About Cars

Mercedes is launching a convertible version of the Mercedes-AMG CLE53, showcasing the manufacturer’s commitment to convertible models. However, you do have a few options via off-road focused SUVs and some mainstream sports cars. However, you do have a few options via off-road focused SUVs and some mainstream sports cars.

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Used Car Review: The 2010 BMW Z4, an Extinct Metal Roof Convertible Experience

The Truth About Cars

Back in February, I purchased an old Z4, one of the prior decade’s smattering of folding hardtop convertibles. Over these last months, the past-tense nature of the car I’d bought came to mind more than once. I got a good impression of how the BMW fared for comfort on the drive from Nashville to Cincinnati.

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