2018 BMW i3
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The Golden State Warriors aren’t winning as much as they would like… Interested in the second model year of BMW‘s trendy EV? Here’s what’s… Recently, one of The News Wheel‘s editors was able to take a… Have you thought about investing in an electric car yet? If you’re…
The gorgeous BMW i8 charges beneath the solar carport concept The first BMW i3 in the United States has been delivered at last, and Americans everywhere are hotly anticipating the impending launch of the highly futuristic/powerful/desirable i8 plug-in hybrid sports car. For an official event to be held in Los Angeles in order to properly…
BMW marked a milestone this past weekend in its quest for better sustainability and superior styling: the official 2014 BMW i3 Launch. In a ceremony featuring many of the top members of the BMW Group, Ian Robertson, a member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, was formally presented the keys to the i3,…
2014 BMW i3 at the 2014 North American International Auto Show The 2014 BMW i3 is an all-new electric hybrid whose exterior design will make driver’s feel like they have somehow driven a concept vehicle out of an auto show. A two-tone exterior color scheme is unlike any other on the road, and standard 19-inch…
BMW’s mission to expand its electric lineup is certainly no secret. The automaker seems to be right on track for this goal, delivering more than 100,000 electric vehicles during 2017. By 2021, BMW plans to introduce the i4 and iNext EVs to its lineup. Yet, the introduction of these two EVs leaves the future of the…
BMW’s i3 and i8 vehicles stand out in the automotive industry due… It seems that every few months, there’s a fresh rumor about BMW… If you’re shopping for a used hybrid or electric car and find… BMW’s mission to expand its electric lineup is certainly no secret. The… Plug-in vehicles have continued their rising trend,…
The BMW i3 is a sporty electric car that already offers a lot when it comes to style, with its distinctive shape and unique interior. I’ll admit to falling in love with it at first sight. That isn’t stopping BMW from taking it to the next level, however. At the LA Auto Show, the 2016…
The BMW i3 is an impressive green car, exuding luxury from its compact shape while helping make strides to ensure that EVs are seen as viable options on roads around the world. BMW has built whole ridesharing programs around this vehicle, and is constantly lending it out to organizations so that it can prove its mettle…
BMW i8 innovations like this HUD will be available in other models. Source: BMW YouTube Unless you have $135,000 to spare (or more, based on how inflated the prices for BMW’s revolutionary plug-in i8 hybrid are becoming), you probably will never get to use the fancy features of the technological glory that is the BMW…
via BMWBlog AutoBlog is confirming that the BMW i3 REx will sport an EPA rating of 117 MPGe combined and will get 39 mpg when running on gasoline. This puts the i3 with range extender comfortably in the neighborhood of EV and PHEV competitors. The i3 REx, which has already begun arriving at dealerships across…
BMW’s mission to expand its electric lineup is certainly no secret. The automaker seems to be right on track for this goal, delivering more than 100,000 electric vehicles during 2017. By 2021, BMW plans to introduce the i4 and iNext EVs to its lineup. Yet, the introduction of these two EVs leaves the future of the…
A look inside the bright orange interior of Budii Photo: Rinspeed via YouTube We’ve all heard that self-driving cars are the future of the auto industry and while most of us wouldn’t disagree with that prediction, the prototypes we’ve seen thus far haven’t convinced us the idea is currently feasible. That’s why Swiss tuner, Rinspeed,…
Most of the rumors these days about BMW have to do with the i Series, its innovative line of EVs and hybrid cars. Late last month, the Business Insider reported that the next addition to the BMW i Series would be a full-blown SUV. While we are very excited to learn more about that vehicle,…
The stylish BMW i3 has already enjoyed a stellar first year. Despite taking some heat for its hefty price tag (it is a BMW, after all) and a lackluster range-per-charge distance, the electric vehicle (EV) manages to continue garnering plenty of attention. The latest accolade won by the revolutionary hatchback EV is the 2015 Yahoo Green Car of…
BMW’s original modern-day EVs might actually be on their way out BMW’s mission to expand its electric lineup is certainly no secret. The automaker seems to be right on track for this goal, delivering more than 100,000 electric vehicles during 2017. By 2021, BMW plans to introduce the i4 and iNext EVs to its lineup. Yet,…
Recently, one of The News Wheel‘s editors was able to take a test drive in the all-electric 2015 BMW i3 at the Drive Electric Ohio event in Columbus–and he couldn’t wait to share his experience! We’ll hand the mic over to Aaron as he tells us about his BMW i3 test drive. Dig Deeper: Read…
Rebecca’s meet-cute with the BMW i3 at the Dayton Auto Show As someone who spends most of her days writing about cars, I decided to visit a local auto show to see some of the models I have read so much about. Not only would the Dayton Auto Show have the current models from the…
This probably wasn’t even the weirdest item auctioned off Last year, world-renowned actor Leonardo DiCaprio finally achieved his life-long goal of winning the Academy Award for Best Actor. All at once, the constant stream of jokes about Leo being doomed to never win an Oscar came to an end. Of course, obtaining an Oscar is not DiCaprio’s…
When shopping for a smaller vehicle, an alarm bell starts going off in a prospective buyer’s head, wondering if the compact ride can stand up to a beating from the large vehicles crowding America’s roadways. Well, it seems as if in the case of the BMW i3, the small-yet-mighty EV can hold its own on…
Interested in the second model year of BMW‘s trendy EV? Here’s what’s new. Fresh for the 2015 model year, the BMW i3 will see a battery state-of-charge indicator, an early alert to warn drivers of potential power loss, and a proactive boost to the battery level based on the car’s navigation prior to hills. 2015…
One of the first things you think about when it comes to big cities is traffic. Clogged roadways, slow moving highways, and smog on the hottest days come to mind, and they don’t paint a pretty picture. BMW knows that, and is working toward a better future. Modern cities have mostly been based around cars,…
Little BMW in the big city If you’ve seen it in person, or even if you’ve only seen a picture of it, you can probably tell that the BMW i3 is not a very large vehicle. However, sometimes the best vehicles aren’t always the largest ones. At least, that’s what judges at the New York…
Since the day the BMW i3 and i8 were presented to the world, both models have been given a lot of good press for their sharp looks. They might already look great, but BMW wanted to take it a step further. The automaker collaborated with Garage Italia Customs to build two custom cars for the Paris…
There are certainly perks to driving a BMW Photo: Jason Mraz via YouTube Copulation in cars is becoming a hot motif for music videos these days. Keith Urban’s “Somewhere In my Car” video recently stirred up controversy with its soft-core fornication scenes, and now Jason Mraz’s “Long Drive” music video follows two aroused teens who can’t wait to find…
The new BMW i3 is on a quest to not be boring Ever since the BMW i3 arrived on the automotive scene back in 2014, it has garnered a healthy amount of praise. With that said, the BMW i3 is not without criticism, most of which is due to its looks and lack of performance….
Brad Pitt, Sandra Bullock, and the BMW i3 BMW donated a new BMW i3 to Brad Pitt, who—when he isn’t charming women around the world on the big screen—heads the Make It Right Foundation, a non-profit he founded in 2007 that builds homes for people in need. The i3 was used as a giveaway prize…
Did you happen to see that clever commercial during the Super Bowl for the all-electric BMW i3? Katie Couric and Bryant Gumbel’s nostalgic, self-deprecating humor has garnered the ad many positive reactions since it aired. Now, Couric and Gumbel are back–this time to get you in the driver’s seat of your own 2015 BMW i3,…
Couric and Gumbel exchange witty banter marveling at the electric i3 Photo: BMW USA At a time when many automakers are sitting out this round of highly-anticipated Super Bowl commercials, BMW has already shown confidence in this year’s ad by debuting it a week early. Those looking forward to seeing what the brand has in store…
Sales of the BMW 2 Sereies Coupe contributed to BMW’s April successes BMW Group US Sales in April totaled 29,592 vehicles (BMW and MINI combined), resulting in a 2 percent year-over-year sales jump and bringing year-to-date totals up to 110,626 units—2.5 percent better than group sales at the same point in 2013. “April started and…
COO of Hyundai Motor Europe discusses Hyundai’s plans for the i30 family Over on the other side of the ocean in Europe, Hyundai’s i30 is a staple of the automaker’s lineup. Known in the states as the Elantra GT, the i30 is a popular blend of compact value and sporty performance. Its newest generation will…
The BMW 2 Series Coupe will be a featured model at Ultimate Driving Experience tour stops BMW is celebrating the start of summer in style with the Ultimate Driving Experience tour, which will consist of eight different events in seven major U.S. markets over the course of 74 days. Events are currently underway at Gillette…
Pictured: BMW 5 Series GT Hybrid with Power eDrive… Could the future i5 look like this? Remember last month in March when AutoNews Europe interviewed BMW Group research and development chief Klaus Froehlich, who confirmed the next BMW i Series model wouldn’t be released until at least 2020? German publication Auto Bild has reported that…
As can be expected from such a self-assured and conservative brand, BMW didn’t stage the same spectacles that other automakers did this week at the Chicago Auto Show. Instead, BMW arranged its newest models in a simple, accessible display and invited visitors to walk up, poke around, and ask questions–much like the automaker did at the LA Auto Show. Just…
Pictured: The 2014 BMW i8 at the Chicago Auto Show If you’re a fan of the heavily-praised all-electric BMW i3 and i8, you’re probably already anticipating the announcement of the next revolutionary i model. Don’t hold your breath. The German automaker is nowhere near releasing a third vehicle with an i badge. As its designers…
The very first BMW i8 made its debut at the 2013 International Motor Show Germany, wowing guests with its efficient powertrain and impeccable style. Once the vehicle went on sale in 2014 and the butterfly doors of the plug-in hybrid opened up, there was no stopping this innovative vehicle. Move ahead four years and we’ve…
BMW has already been busy in 2013 with the release of the i8 hybrid, i3 EV, and the revamped 3 series. The reveal of the highly-sought-after performance brand prior to the New Year would prove as something of a fitting cap on an undeniably successful year for the German automaker. The bad news: this teaser…
Remember the development that BMW has been doing of autonomous vehicle technology–advancements like the BMW i3 that can park itself for you? Apparently the automaker has run into some difficulties–and not just in the technological sense. As BMW has been testing autonomous (referred to as “highly automated”) driving technology in places like China and Europe, its…
Hans Zimmer is responsible for creating the music for many award-winning films Photo: BMW You may not know his face, but you definitely know his music. Hans Zimmer is the man behind some of the world’s most beloved film scores. Just a handful of his compositions include The Lion King, Gladiator, A League of Their…
Nestled between Lincoln and INFINITI in the South Hall of McCormick Place, BMW had practically every car in its lineup on display at the 2018 Chicago Auto Show. Classic BMWs like the various numbered Series vehicles were there, but most visitors were excited about the presence of the 2019 BMW i8 Roadster. The plug-in vehicle—placed…
BMW brought some fun, tech-filled concepts to CES 2020 Photo: BMW At the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, every company tries to win the attention of guests with their latest tech innovations. This year, BMW presented its vision of future mobility through four intriguing concepts summed up with the hashtag #ChangeYourPerception. Here are a…
Back in 2013, BMW released this BMW i8 Spyder concept design. With all the buzz the past couple months about the hot BMW i8 electric vehicle coming out, some of us have been wondering… what about that BMW i8 Spyder you’ve been teasing us with for years? At long last, BMW has released word on…
If you’re not pumped about FIA Formula E Championship yet, let me explain why it’s a big deal. Intended to generate buzz about new electric cars, the FIA Formula E Championship will function as the counterpart to the Formula 1 series but will feature single-seat, electric race cars. The global event will take place in multiple cities around…
Tesla brought a luxury sedan to North America that was also an electric vehicle, and despite its critics, the Tesla Model S has experienced notable sales success. Like any venture that proves profitable, others will try to do the same. BMW is planning to release an i5 EV to compete with the Tesla Model S….
An enigmatic new BMW i Division vehicle is reportedly on its way It seems that every few months, there’s a fresh rumor about BMW adding a new vehicle to its electric i Division. For an extended period of time, all signs pointed toward a model called the BMW i5. Eventually, BMW shelved that particular project….
When BMW first launched the i Division brand, it was comprised of… Are you irritated yet? If you’re not, then you haven’t been keeping… Remember last month in March when AutoNews Europe interviewed BMW Group research…
The BMW i3 Photo: The News Wheel Leading premium carmaker BMW is strongly holding onto the luxury crown by unveiling its plans to launch an extensive lineup of futuristic concept cars and electric vehicles, as well as a trendsetting makeover of its existing sport utility vehicles. At its NEXTGen event held in Munich on June 25, the…
Gullible gearheads looking to go green might be excited by this BMW… Most automotive analysts speak of the “electric revolution” as something that is… BMW has extensively discussed its fleet of conceptual NEXT 100 vision vehicles.… If you are either a BMW fan or an electric vehicle fan,… Hello and welcome once again to In…
BMW dealerships did a exemplary job answer customer questions One of the most important components when determining where to buy a car from is the responsiveness of the dealership. Most drivers are looking for a dealership that will actually answer their questions, preferably in a timely manner. In this regard, BMW seems to be doing…
BMW’s i3 and i8 vehicles stand out in the automotive industry due… It seems that every few months, there’s a fresh rumor about BMW… BMW’s current plans have the automaker introducing 25 new electrified models by… BMW has extensively discussed its fleet of conceptual NEXT 100 vision vehicles.…