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BMW City Drivers: BMW “Botched” Program

In June 2009, BMW has encountered several problems with its program to evaluate the all electric Mini-E. BMW Mini or BMW City has lease for $850 a month for a year – but this program continues to stumble as a growing number of volunteers who are trying this program – are going public with their issues. BMW Mini E-Car – Mini Cooper all electric version – is can boasts from 0 to 60 mph time of 8.5 second with a 95 mph top speed. This mini electri…

2011 BMW 1 Series Convertible Overview

2011 BMW 1 Series Convertible – This Year’s BMW 135i convertible and coupe customize the turbocharged inline six. Its ranked energy output is equivalent to before, but BMW claims enhanced fuel efficiency along with a more immediate torque response. Another notable change this season may be the BMW 135i’s optional automatic transmission that is now BMW’s 7-speed and DCT or dual-clutch automated manual referred. The Introduction:…

Lithium Ion Batteries Will Help Hybrids More Than Electric Cars

It’s commonly reported that lithium ion batteries will usher in a new era of electric cars and plug-in hybrids. Not exactly, says John German, the engineer who literally wrote the book about hybrid cars for the Society of Automotive Engineers. After 11 years at Honda, German now serves as a senior fellow for the International Council for Clean Transportation. In an interview with HybridCars.com, German said the next wave of lithium ion batteries…

The Worst and The Best BMW SUV

BMW is identical with status, especially in for those Yuppie people still around. As we know, BMW and its company are generally known for their performance and resale value. But when we talk about environmental company commitment, providing one hybrid in the United State and only recycling at their factories is not enough. They must to go a little more and start offering more hybrids in the United State. Moreover, if you analyze on their websi…