As time marches on, BMW is showing that one of their true colors is most definitely Green. You may have heard they launched a new sub-brand, BMW i, to support their eco-friendly efforts. Further proving their commitment to the rapidly-growing EV market, they've also released sales goals of one of the i's forthcoming vehicles, the i3. Starting in 2014, the luxury automaker plans to sell a minimum of 30,000 units per year…
BMW has finally revealed details on its new 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine slated to appear in many North American models, starting next year. Named the N20, it's actually an indirect replacement for the least powerful version of the German carmaker's classic 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder gasoline engine.
Running a twin-scroll turbocharger together with
BMW's patented variable valve timing and variable camshaft-control systems, the
new 1,997-cc unit reportedly produces 245 horsepower...
German Luxury automaker, BMW AG has been
cooperating with French automaker PSA Peugeot-Citroen in the manufacture of
gasoline engines for nine years. Now, the two companies have indicated that
together they will invest EUR 100 million ($138, 339,929.65) toward developing
and manufacturing components for hybrid electric vehicles. More specifically,
the joint venture (called BMW Peugeot-Citroen Electrification) is working
toward creating and producing their own battery packs, E-machines, generators,
power electronics...
BMW's new Vision ConnectedDrive concept car presents the automobile as a fully integrated part of the networked world. Via cutting-edge design and innovative technology the out-of-the-box study demonstrates the potential of current and forthcoming in-car technology for optimizing comfort, safety, and infotainment.
The design
behind the BMW Vision ConnectedDrive uses a distinctive layering principle to
demonstrate the bond between the driver, passenger, vehicle, and environment. This
is illustrated by a complex fiber optic light...
