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BMW to showcase 4 production plug-in hybrids at IAA in Frankfurt; new 225xe

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BMW is using the upcoming IAA in Frankfurt to showcase four production BMW brand plug-in hybrid models from different vehicle segments—one newly announced. BMW eDrive is the new drive system technology used in all the electrically powered vehicles from BMW i and the plug-in hybrid models from BMW. kWh Li-ion battery pack.

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BMW to introduce BMW 530e iPerformance plug-in hybrid at Detroit show

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Also part of the line-up at the BMW stand will be the new BMW 530e iPerformance plug-in hybrid, the BMW M550i xDrive, and the BMW 6 Series model range. BMW will stage the world premiere of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan and the US premiere of the BMW Concept X2 at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in January in Detroit.

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BMW M introduces its first high-performance car with electrified drive system: BMW XM PHEV

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The BMW XM is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system comprising a V8 gasoline engine and electric motor that delivers combined fuel consumption of 1.6 – 1.5 Power is channelled to the road via the all-wheel-drive system M xDrive, the rear-biased setup of which is particularly noticeable in 4WD Sport mode. kWh of usable energy.

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Tesla Model Y Performance versus Kia EV6 GT: Which is Australia’s best go-fast EV?

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You’ll find 21-inch alloys, matrix LED headlights, faux-leather and suede sport seats that are heated up front, and a very good dual 12.3-inch Its sports seats means it misses out on electric adjustment up front. But which is the better buy? Join us as we pit these two go-fast EVs against each other to see which finishes on top.

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Cupra Born review: High five for Spanish compact hatch

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inch instrument panel, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, ambient lighting, dual-zone climate control, sports pedals and single-piece front sports seats. The arrival of the Cupra Born in Australia is pretty significant. The upside of that is we are also sampling an Australian spec Born.

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Tokyo 2023 revisited: Every electric concept debut from the best motor show in years

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The me:MO is a modular mini-car with interior and exterior parts that can be swapped out to change its prime function as the owner’s priorities change. Even as Honda introduced its plans for driverless robot vehicles, the Prelude was intended to remind everyone that it would not be giving up on its sports heritage.

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Schwinn e-bikes start from $590, Goal Zero power station $176, other EVs, more more

Baua Electric

Schwinn e-bikes now up to 46% off As part of its Big Spring Sale event, Amazon is taking up to 46% off a huge collection of Schwinn bicycles and accessories, including popular e-bike models like the Schwinn Marshall Electric Hybrid Bike for $755.98 Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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