It seems that relations have become electric between BMW and rivals like Tesla in the electric vehicle charging station arena. Word is circulating that BMW is developing EV charging stations that it intends to circulate throughout the United States. The BMW charging stations will provide a charge for all electric vehicles except those made by […]
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The mere uttering of the word “Plug-in” when connected to car talk used to inspire disgust. Now that hybrids, electric cars and other alternative powertrains are being embraced by the masses–it has become rather a term of endearment. The luxurious Mercedes-Benz S500 plug-in may even be a car people actually want to drive, and it […]
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Hailing from Sicily, the Lavinia electric supercar concept boasts a sultry shape and ample power. The newcomer coupe is said to be capable of churning out 800 horsepower, though exact engine specifications are not available this early in her concepting phase. Thus far, there are impressive claims and a very attractive fiberglass body to praise. […]
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It seems that Mercedes-Benz is finally joining the hybrid technology ranks. Word is going around that the first plug-in Mercedes-Benz shall be the S-Class. The move comes as little surprise, as the brand’s main competitors have created their own alternative energy powertrains. Examples include the BMW Active Hybrid 7 Series and the Lexus LS460H. Will […]
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The name Volvo is not typically one that comes directly to mind when the words ‘luxury SUV’ are uttered. Yet, the company has been busy tweaking the XC90 since 2002 and she certainly turned some heads in Stockholm recently. Should leading luxury SUV makers take notice of this stealthy and deceptive creature murdered out in […]
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There are hybrids, electric vehicles and even self-driving cars on the roads today. The Quant e-Sportlimousine is taking things to a whole new level with flow-cell energy storage technology. Yes, a vehicle powered by something quite new has been given the green light in Europe to begin production. A saltwater powered vehicle…does it get any […]
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After many years of concepts and teasing, BMW has officially released the final details for its i8 luxury hybrid car. Eager buyers can now account for actual cost, added options costs and special trim packages. All details aside, it will be an exhilarating first for BMW i8 hybrid buyers! The BMW i8 should perhaps be […]
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The traditionalist company that is Rolls-Royce rarely produces anything utterly shocking (See what I did there?). It is for that very reason that murmurings of a the plug-in Rolls-Royce Phantom concept actually inching toward production are more than a bit intriguing. Will the next generation of the Rolls-Royce Phantom offer an alternative powertrain and a […]
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The electric car revolution is happening slowly but surely. Case in point: Tesla sales were at 25,000 for the Model S after just 18 months on the market. The snazzy electric sedan successfully outsold its predecessor, the 2008 Roadster and is serving as an indicator for the current and future market for the electric powertrain. […]
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Electric and hybrid powertrains—they are all the rage in both standard and exotic autos now. There is a long list of both pros and cons for new technologies, as is to be expected. Mercedes-Benz is combating the problem of electric cars being to silent by adding some artificial engine sounds. Electric car engine sounds can […]
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