Why I Replaced My BMW i3 With The New i4
A few weeks ago, I shared that I’ve made the decision to part ways with my BMW i3. Having owned four of these vehicles since 2014, each in different colors but with similar specifications, my…
A few weeks ago, I shared that I’ve made the decision to part ways with my BMW i3. Having owned four of these vehicles since 2014, each in different colors but with similar specifications, my…
The news last week was that BMW is working on a replacement for their first-ever electric vehicle, the i3. According to Frank Weber, BMW board member responsible for R&D, revealed a future i3 won’t have…
BMW has always received praised for their fantastic six-cylinder engines. Mostly by the people that haven’t realized they built their reputation on staunch, reliable four-cylinders in Germany. And of course, the enlightened enthusiast realizes that…
The BMW i3 was and still is a rather unique car. Its monocoque carbon-fiber construction, quirky design and peculiar wheels make it stand out wherever it goes. However, all of those things were done with…
“Born Electric” is BMW’s catch phrase for the i3. Now having lived with a BMW i3 for a few years, it makes me realize just how true that catch phrase is. Owning and driving an…
One of the most common questions we get asked is related to the functionality of the range extender in the BMW i3. Some readers have asked whether the BMW i3 REx runs on gasoline when…
Electric cars are considered expensive by by a large number of potential customers. Especially in the U.S. where certain models aren’t available right now. Yet, Europe is seeing a rise in small, electric choices that…
Since its inception, the BMW i3 has been sort of behind the curve, in terms of pure electric range. Even when it first debuted, its range wasn’t any further than the much cheaper Nissan Leaf’s….
Lovers of electric and plugin hybrids vehicles have a wider range of choices in 2017 than any other year before. All the top premium brands – BMW, Porsche, Audi and Mercedes – are offering some…
Someone once said, “You could always tell the pioneers by the arrows in their back.” A recent software bug has cropped up that seems to be affecting many of the early build and higher mileage…