Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

As the Volkswagen emission testing scandal threatens to spill over onto other automakers, BMW yesterday issued a sharp statement in response to a report in Auto Bild suggesting emissions from an X3 test were out of the norm. “ The BMW Group does not manipulate or rig any emissions tests. This represents approx.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

The BMW i8 goes on sale in the US in 2014. BMW unveiled the BMW i8 2+2 plug-in hybrid sports car ( earlier post ) today at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. liter BMW TwinPower Turbo engine and BMW eDrive technology plus intelligent energy management produces system output of 266 kW/362 hp (max. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 22, 2018

If you have a strong position regarding the EPA's proposal to freeze fuel economy standards at 2020 levels through 2026, speak out. Tomorrow is the deadline for making public comments that are part of the legal record.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 7, 2011

The current vehicle footprint-based Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards create a financial incentive for automakers to increase vehicle size, except under certain limited conditions of consumer preference for vehicle size, according to a study by University of Michigan researchers Kate Whitefoot and Steven Skerlos.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 2, 2015

During a driving event at the Miramas proving grounds in southern France, BMW presented future drive technologies, including the prototype of a BMW 2 Series Active Tourer with plug-in hybrid drive. This application of BMW eDrive technologies features the first PHEV system with a front/transverse-mounted. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

MAY 24, 2014

Consortium members in the four-year project include: Opel; Audi; BMW Group; BMW Forschung und Technik; Bundesanstalt für Straßenwesen; Continental; Daimler; Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt; Fraunhofer-Institut für Arbeitswirtschaft u. All these challenges are supported by studies of legal issues and effectiveness evaluation.

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Teslarati

OCTOBER 14, 2021

The NHTSA is currently probing Tesla’s Autopilot, as well as comparable driver-assist systems from other automakers such as BMW, Honda, Hyundai, Toyota, Ford, Nissan, Setllantis, Kia, Volkswagen, General Motors, Mercedes-Benz, and Subaru.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 15, 2016

Further, member states should identify and, where possible, remove legal barriers to the testing and deployment of connected and automated vehicles, based on a learning-by-experience approach. The Amsterdam Declaration stresses the importance of interoperability and standardization both at the European and at the international level.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Ford, Honda, and BMW have announced plans to create a new “vehicle-to-grid company” that’s aimed at standardizing vehicle charging via a singular platform. Electric grid reliability and sustainability are the foundation for an EV powered future,” said Thomas Ruemenapp, Vice President, Engineering, BMW of North America.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2014

Broadly, Navigant expects expansion in both the higher end of the market (thereby putting competitive pressure on Tesla Motors), as Audi, BMW, Cadillac, Mercedes, Saab, and Volvo introduce their first plug-in cars. Automakers are also launching their own carsharing programs (BMW, Daimler, etc.).

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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. The BMW i3 uses the BMW eDrive rear-wheel drive powertrain previously found on the BMW ActiveE (but the i3 is significantly lighter). Earlier post.)

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The Truth About Cars

MAY 11, 2023

But the Alfa continued to offer lively acceleration beyond speeds that would be deemed legally acceptable. Wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto and wireless charging are all standard. It’s very satisfying and makes the car enjoyable to drive at just about any speed. My expressway time was limited. over my phone. over my phone.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 12, 2014

It did not include CODA and Fisker nor models introduced after the survey period such as the Chevy Spark; Fiat 500e; BMW i3 and i8, or the Cadillac ELR. The magnitude of these disparities is extraordinary by industry standards and indicate the problem is likely systemic. In contrast, buyers ranked Tesla much more favorably.

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EV Central

JULY 7, 2023

EV Central’s BMW iX1 review: It’s drifting into ancient history now but BMW was a real battery electric vehicle trendsetter when it launched the i3 back in 2013. The most affordable BMW BEV since the iX3 is its opposite when it comes to orthodoxy and risk. 2023 BMW iX1 M Sport rear seat.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 21, 2023

kW charger, the slowest is by a standard 120V household plug that delivers a full charge in about two and a half days. Wireless phone charging and Bluetooth are standard. Safety and Warranties The Air Touring comes with a standard list of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) Lucid calls DreamDrive.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 10, 2019

Its drive technology comes from the BMW Group competence centers for electromobility in Dingolfing and Landshut. The power source is the latest version of the synchronous electric motor developed by the BMW Group. (US EPA estimated range figures not available.). MINI Driving Modes with four settings. Air conditioning and heat pump.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Only 10% of Euro 6 cars outperform the Euro 6 limit; the rest of vehicles exceed the Euro 6 standard by up to 12 times. meaning that the actual emissions are more than 4 times the legal limit of 180 mg/km. times the the legal limit of 80 mg/km. times above the Euro 6 limit.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

During a press conference at AutoMobility LA, ReachNow, BMW Group’s free-floating premium car sharing service, announced its expansion into its third city: Brooklyn, NY. ReachNow is one example of the BMW Group’s continuing commitment to the development and expansion of sustainable urban mobility solutions.

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EV Adoption

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

That said, the EVs below are pretty certain to be disqualified unless those that are on the bubble like the BMW i4 eDrive40 ( $55,400 ), BMW 530e ($55,500), and BMW iX xDrive50 ($83,200) have their MSRP reduced to come under the cap. An example could be an EV such as the BMW i4.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Jeep and Dodge), BMW, and Subaru performed marginally better. Even though the car brands we researched each had several long-winded privacy policies (Toyota wins with 12), we couldn’t find confirmation that any of the brands meet our Minimum Security Standards. We don’t call them our state-of-the-art security standards, after all.

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EV Adoption

AUGUST 23, 2021

Some industry observers I spoke with are dubious that either of the Kandi models will actually obtain US government safety standards approval. Kandi also offers the two EVs as NEVs (neighborhood electric vehicles) and those could end up being Kandi’s near-term focus instead. Kandi K27 – Source: Kandi.

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Cars That Think

MARCH 29, 2022

million; by those cockeyed standards, the SF90 is a relative bargain. Ten- and 12-cylinder engines are on a virtual death watch, with V-12 purveyors like Lamborghini, Ferrari, Bentley, and BMW widely expected to eliminate these longtime markers of automotive prestige. The SF90 also beat its previous record holder, the LaFerrari, by 0.7

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Green Car Congress

JULY 25, 2019

The agreement slightly weakens the current standards by decreasing the original fuel economy increases year-over-year and moves the current 2025 requirement to 2026, resulting in slightly less aggressive year-over-year reductions. That is, changing the original year-over-year 4.7% GHG reduction over four years to 3.7% over five years.).

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

The BMW iX3 is in the pricing ballpark as is the top-spec Tesla Model Y and the new Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4Matic flagship. A 17-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system, cabled Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging and two USB-C outlets up-front and two in the rear are all standard.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

In the Audi Q7 e-tron quattro, the standard MMI navigation plus works closely with the hybrid management system. Hill descent control and an off-road mode for the electronic stabilization control ESC are standard. A tilt angle display is standard with the optional air springs. Thermal management systems in the Q7 e-tron quattro.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 23, 2020

Consumer Reports sent letters and a consumer petition to the leaders of General Motors, Toyota, Fiat Chrysler, Nissan, Subaru, Mazda, Hyundai, Kia, and Mitsubishi, calling on the companies to drop their legal attack against America’s Clean Air Act, and instead support Clean Car standards that help drivers save money on fuel and reduce air pollution.

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Charged EVs

MAY 18, 2021

Under President Obama, the EPA set the first federal greenhouse gas standard for cars. The Trump administration attempted to throw this process into reverse by watering down the federal standards. California, at the same time, was moving to establish their own greenhouse gas standards. That’s where the CAFE standards originate.

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