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Report: MINI could become an all-electric brand after 2030

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Report: MINI could become an all-electric brand after 2030 MINI is about to get reinvented beginning with the third decade of the 21st century. Some of the ingredients of the makeover recipe is running all-electric and returning to core brand values. Electrification is gaining traction at the moment. In around 5 – 10 years from now, everybody expects that more than 50 percent of the vehicles sold to be plug-in hybrids or pure electric. MINI is about to undergo a major overhaul, in the road to going back to the old roots paved by Sir Alec Issigonis in the early 1960s. The British brand was bought by BMW Group in the ’90s and, since then, it managed to flourish and become very popular. Despite the complete rejuvenation, in the last years, the growth tempo has slowed down a bit. Further c...

Nov272019 by adminNo Comments

Which electric car charging station to use – Guide

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Which electric car charging station to use – Guide Congratulations on your electric car or plug-in hybrid and welcome to this new world. Yet, we’re certain that many questions are still left unanswered when it comes to electro-mobility and one big one is: Which electric car charging station to use. There is no standard naming convention, but most of the EV owners can often be heard using terms like Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3. Each charging power level has its own use case, pros or cons, so we put together a guide, along with some charging stations recommendations. Levels Based On Power (kW) Level 1 Level 1 charging is charging from a basic 120V household outlet. BMW includes a Level 1 OCU (occasional use charger) with all of their electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. It is without a ...

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Photo Comparison: BMW X6 M vs Audi RS Q8 — Big Brutes

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Photo Comparison: BMW X6 M vs Audi RS Q8 — Big Brutes At this year’s 2019 LA Auto Show, many members of the media, as well as fans, we re able to see the all-new BMW X6 M for the first time in person. Packing the same engine as an M5 or M8, the X6 M is a serious brute of an SUV. However, its styling is quite controversial and could turn some enthusiasts off. Especially when you consider that the X6 M wasn’t the only uber-fast SUV to debut in LA. The Audi RS Q8 made its worldwide debut that same day and it came packing serious performance credentials. Ahead of its LA Auto Show debut, the Audi RS Q8 broke the all-time lap record for SUVs are the Nurburgring. So it’s a seriously fast machine and one that isn’t just fast in a straight line. The ‘Ring requires serious handling capability and...

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Should BMW make an electric pickup truck, a la Tesla Cybertruck?

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Should BMW make an electric pickup truck, a la Tesla Cybertruck? A few days ago, Tesla make huge waves in the automotive world, with ripples still being felt throughout the internet days later. Now, we won’t talk about the actual Cybertruck itself, because its unveiling has been a bit of a mess, regardless of your feelings on the brand. Instead, we want to look at whether or not BMW should try and jump into that segment and make an electric pickup truck? I want to preface this by saying we, in no way, think BMW will ever make a pickup of any kind, electric or otherwise. It’s just not in the cards for BMW. However, it’s not a terrible idea, actually. BMW needs to start making more electric vehicles. Yes, the Bavarians say there are more EVs on the way but they’ve been saying that for yea...

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BMWBLOG Podcast Episode 7 — Talk to BMW M CEO at LA Auto Show

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BMWBLOG Podcast Episode 7 — Talk to BMW M CEO at LA Auto Show It’s that time of the week again, as our latest episode of the BMWBLOG Podcast is now live. In this episode, our seventh in total, we come to you from the 2019 LA Auto Show. Well, mostly. We recorded half of the episode in LA and the second half back at home. The reason for this was we wanted to sit down with a very special guest for this episode — BMW M CEO Markus Flasch. Markus is quite new to his role at BMW M but he’s already in the process of doing big things with the brand. This also marks the second time we’ve spoken to him (as I previously interviewed him at M Fest a few months back) and he’s always been kind to us and giving us his time. At the LA Auto Show, our sit down was the last in a long day of interviews for h...

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2020 BMW M550i xDrive pricing announced for Australia and it’s not cheap

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2020 BMW M550i xDrive pricing announced for Australia and it’s not cheap For the model year 2020, BMW Australia will introduce the new BMW M550i xDrive performance sedan in different variants, including an entry-level model badged ‘Pure’. The label ‘Pure’ was until now reserved for the lower-spec M2 and M3 variants sold on the Australian markets. With the advent of the new M Performance business sedan, BMW will introduce a cheaper price version of the M550i xDrive beginning with 2020. The entry-level BMW M550i xDrive will have a starting price of AUD 134,900, substantially below the standard variant which sports a price tag of AUD 149,900. The ‘Pure’ and the standard M550i xDrive will basically be the same car, in terms of powertrain. Both are equipped with the enhanced N63 4.4-liter V...

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The new BMW 330e encounters Lexus ES 300h in Autobild comparison test

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The new BMW 330e encounters Lexus ES 300h in Autobild comparison test After battling the Volvo S60 T8 and emerging victorious, the new BMW 330e plug-in hybrid is now up to the next challenge as it encounters the Lexus ES 300h in a new comparison trial. This Autobild test puts together two different hybrids: the new BMW 330e plug-in hybrid and the mild hybrid Lexus ES 300h. As with most test drives, the German journalists tried to highlight the positives of both models. Out of the two, the 330e is the most practical choice, offering versatility and power in everyday use. Autobild was impressed by the all-rounding German plug-in hybrid with its full-electric range of around 56 kilometers. What’s more, the BMW manages a smooth, seamless transition between electric drive and the internal co...

Nov262019 by adminNo Comments

BMW M2 CS vs. BMW M4 GTS – Which One To Buy?

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BMW M2 CS vs. BMW M4 GTS – Which One To Buy? I live for these types of problems. They keep me up at night and they consume me as I endlessly debate them. For the same money, would you buy a BMW M2 CS or a BMW M4 GTS? This problem became more acute for me when a $134,000 Black Sapphire Metallic 2016 BMW M4 GTS with 2,300 miles was offered to me by one of my favorite BMW dealerships for $79,990 this weekend. Firstly, I had not realized that the BMW M4 GTS had dropped so much in their resale value. Secondly, the BMW M2 CS price for the U.S. market is around the $84,000 mark (more on that soon), so that brings the two special M cars pretty close in value. The BMW M4 GTS was limited to just 700 worldwide and it delivered 500 horsepower from a water-injected track-focused engine. It can spri...

Nov262019 by adminNo Comments

The BMW E89 Z4 was not only fun to drive, but good looking also

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The BMW E89 Z4 was not only fun to drive, but good looking also After more than 115,000 units, the BMW E89 Z4 production of the Roadster at the Regensburg plant was officially completed in 2016. At the time, it was unclear whether BMW will continue its joint project with Toyota in building a roadster successor. So naturally, it was a sad moment seeing one of the most fun driving BMWs rolling off the production line. For the last time. The BMW E89 Z4 also marked the last new BMW powered by the award-winning N54 engine. The engine was replaced years ago by the more economical N55, which in turn was replaced by the modular motor with the internal code B58. In contrast to the first generation, the Z4 E89 was only available with a three-piece folding metal roof, instead of the soft classic ...

Nov262019 by adminNo Comments

BMW M135i shown again in Storm Bay Blue – Photo Gallery

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BMW M135i shown again in Storm Bay Blue – Photo Gallery As part of the local presentation, BMW Bulgaria revealed a new photo gallery of the BMW M135i painted in Storm Bay Blue Metallic. In the photos, we see the top model of the third generation in a Fall setting and seeing what it looks like under different light conditions. The Storm Bay Blue costs an additional 1,200 euros and is more expensive than the other metallic finishes priced at 700 euros. The accents in Cerium Gray, which are reserved for the M135i top-of-the-line model, further differentiate the car from the rest of the lineup. In addition to the M135i-specific mesh kidney, the exterior mirrors, elements of the outer air intakes in the front apron and the tailpipe covers in Cerium Gray are also also unique to the model. If...

Nov262019 by adminNo Comments

BMW says the Range Extender “has no future”, but not necessarily canceled in the i3

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BMW says the Range Extender “has no future”, but not necessarily canceled in the i3 One of the selling points of the BMW i3 electric car was the optional Range Extender. The REx in the BMW i3 supplements its battery pack with an 0.6-liter 38-hp 2-cylinder from the BMW C600 scooter and a 2.4 gallon fuel tank. In the US, the fuel tank was restricted to 1.9 gallons so the i3 REx can qualify for incentives. The Range Extender could add anywhere from 40 to 80 miles of range based on the driving mode. While the European i3s dropped the REx option in 2018, thanks to the increased battery capacity in the latest models, the US-bound electric BMWs retained this option. Photo: Tom Moloughney The future of the BMW i3 is still uncertain. Initially the BMW EV was supposed to be phased out in 2020, b...

Nov262019 by adminNo Comments

VIDEO: BMW M2 CS and M8 Gran Coupe Overview with BMW Head of Design

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VIDEO: BMW M2 CS and M8 Gran Coupe Overview with BMW Head of Design The 2019 LA Auto Show kicked off last week and as always, we were on site capturing the latest and greatest news from the BMW and MINI brands. Our coverage can be found here, and of course on our Instagram, Facebook and Youtube channels. One of the pieces of content we captured on our Youtube channel was an interview and a design walkthrough with Domagoj Dukec, the recently appointed head of BMW design. Dukec has been featured before on BMWBLOG so it’s always great to hear him speak about the latest BMW design trends. The two models featured in this video are the BMW M2 CS and the M8 Gran Coupe, the latest M cars to join the sports family. These are also some of the last non-polarizing designs from M, with the rumored 2...

Nov262019 by adminNo Comments

BMW M6 GT3 Finishes second at Kyalami IGTC finale

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BMW M6 GT3 Finishes second at Kyalami IGTC finale As you might’ve heard, BMW took part in the IGTC finale in South Africa this weekend, fighting for a win on the legendary Kyalami track. This was a long time coming return for BMW to the former Formula 1 track in South Africa, after the German manufacturer had some pretty good times on it with Nelson Piquet behind the wheel. This weekend though it was all about the BMW M6 GT3 and the car rose to the occasion. BMW had three cars on the field during the race, thanks to BMW Team Schnitzer and the Walkenhorst Motorsport team. It was the latter that managed to finish second thanks to the car driven by Mikkel Jensen, Christian Krognes and Nick Catsburg, wearing the number 34 on the livery. The #34 squad had just missed out on the pole shootout...

Nov262019 by adminNo Comments

Video: BMW X4 M Competition vs Mercedes GLC 63 AMG S drag race, dyno runs

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Video: BMW X4 M Competition vs Mercedes GLC 63 AMG S drag race, dyno runs Even since the BMW X3 M Competition and X4 M Competition models first came out we’ve been hearing how fast they are. For cars this big to be this fast using 3-liter engines, something just didn’t add up. The spec sheet did show impressive numbers but even so, a lot of us have been secretly suspecting that the S58 engine is making more power than advertised. Luckily for us, this suspicion is set straight in the video below. The guys from DSC Off in Russia brought the two models together to have a proper comparison for a change. While the traditional drag race was included in the mix, they also decided to put the cars on the dyno, something that should settle the debate regarding horsepower once and for all. The res...

Nov252019 by adminNo Comments

FIRST DRIVE: Rolls Royce Cullinan Black Badge — An Exercise in Excess

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FIRST DRIVE: Rolls Royce Cullinan Black Badge — An Exercise in Excess I’m not a rich man. I never have been. So the idea of luxurious excess seems a bit ridiculous to me. As it does to the rest of the 99-percent. As a normal working-class man, I’ve never had the means to experience an abundance of riches, so such things have always felt foreign, and even a bit wasteful, to me. However, after experiencing them in the all-new Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge, I’ve seen the warm, luxurious light. I get it. I want it. I need it. Following my day with BMW, at its Spartanburg, South Carolina plant, Rolls-Royce had a select few of us journalist hang back while the rest flew home. The reason for our extended stay was that we were selected to drive the all-new Cullinan Black Badge, a car that ha...

Nov252019 by adminNo Comments

Battle of the plug-in hybrids: BMW 330e goes against Volvo S60 T8

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Battle of the plug-in hybrids: BMW 330e goes against Volvo S60 T8 The new BMW 330e plug-in hybrid Bavarian meets a compelling Scandinavian rival, the Volvo S60 T8, in a battle that will reveal which constructor makes the best electrified mid-sized premium sedan. AutoExpress has brought together Sweden and Germany in a comparison test that aimed at revealing which is the leader in the segment mid-class premium plug-in hybrids. Standing brave and proud for Germany is the new BMW 330e, while the VolvoS60 T8 fights for the honor of Swedish engineering. The journalists from the UK automotive publication have found out that the 330e is quite on par with the S60 T8, even though the Scandinavian model has almost 100 hp extra than the electrified Bimmer. The ride is ambivalent in the BMW plug-i...

Nov252019 by adminNo Comments

BMW M and the Los Angeles Auto Show 2019

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BMW M and the Los Angeles Auto Show 2019 At the Los Angeles Auto Show that just kicked off this week, BMW M showcased the entire spectrum of brand new high performance Bimmers, to the pleasure of the gathered audience and fans. 2019 has been a fantastic year for the BMW M division. The portfolio of sheer sports models got revamped and renewed with sensational additions. And every single one of them was highlighted on the stage of the Los Angeles Auto Show. The most important show-stoppers were the complete fleet of brand new M8 models, the new generations of the high-performance X3 M, X4 M, X5 M and X6 M, the new M2 CS limited edition hot coupe and the M235i xDrive Gran Coupe M Performance model, which along with other versions of the new 2 Series Gran Coupe, will be the first-ever fro...

Nov242019 by adminNo Comments

History: What Do BMW CS and CSL Stand For?

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History: What Do BMW CS and CSL Stand For? BMW has a long tradition of building some exquisite, limited edition high-performance versions of existing models under various acronyms that further highlight the special status. Of all, BMW CS and BMW CSL are the most popular. CS stands for Clubsport But what do CS and CSL actually mean? The “CS” particle stands for “Club Sport” or “Clubsport”. Contrary to belief, “CS” does neither stand for “Coupé Sport” nor for “Competition Sport”, though that moniker was used back in 2016 for 60 special M4 cars sold on the Spanish market. At the same time, the “CSL” denotes a significantly enhanced CS model and literally stands for “Coupé Sport Leichtbau” (“Coupé Sport Lightweight”). The origin of the two acronyms can be traced back to the 1970s, when BM...

Nov242019 by adminNo Comments

BMW, Mercedes, VW fined 100 million euro for steel cartel

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BMW, Mercedes, VW fined 100 million euro for steel cartel Germany’s cartel authority said it was fining BMW, Volkswagen Group and Daimler a total of 100 million euros for unlawful actions in relation to steel purchases. A report by DW says that from 2004 to 2013, the automakers regularly met steelmakers and other companies in the supply chain to discuss uniform surcharges when purchasing steel. Germany’s competition watchdog, the Bundeskartellamt, says that unlawful prices resulting from the cartel were paid until at least 2016. BMW said it would pay a penalty amounting to 28 million euros. Daimler said it will have to pay 23.5 million euros. VW Group declined to comment on the amount it would pay. The cartel office said that purchasing prices for long steel products, the steel type aff...

Nov242019 by adminNo Comments

BMW M: The M2 CS weight is the same as the M2 Competition

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BMW M: The M2 CS weight is the same as the M2 Competition Our podcast with BMW M CEO Markus Flasch goes live on Monday, but before that, there are a few things we can share. Yet, we still encourage you to subscribe to the podcast for some interesting topics. One of the main things we’ve discussed with Flasch was the all-new BMW M2 CS. The M2 Clubsport is shaping up to be the darling of the BMW community, so naturally, it’s a hot topic today. And nothing gets people going more than the weight of new cars. When asked whether the BMW M2 CS weighs the same as the M2 Competition, Herr Flasch said the following: “They weigh about the same, all things considered, unless you equip the M2 CS with the carbon ceramic brakes which save about 25 kilograms (55 lbs),” Flasch told us. “The reason for ...

Nov242019 by adminNo Comments

VIDEO: 3D Design presents new G20 3 Series Tuning Package

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VIDEO: 3D Design presents new G20 3 Series Tuning Package If you’ve been to our site before, you’d know that we like 3D Design quite a bit. If you’re not aware, 3D Design is one of the very best makers of aftermarket BMW parts in the world. Based out of Japan, they make some great tuning kits and parts for various different BMWs. One such car they’ve just finished working on is the BMW 320i, a car that isn’t typically associated with tuning. But that’s the brilliant part. Instead of having your boring G20 320i for your daily commute, spice it up with some new bits from Japan. In this video, we get to see all of the different things you can get for your BMW 320i. For starters, a new exhaust. The 320i’s B48 2.0 liter turbocharged four-cylinder is a great engine but it doesn’t sound very g...

Nov242019 by adminNo Comments

BMW Team Studie documentary at Blancpain GT World Challenge ASIA 2019

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BMW Team Studie documentary at Blancpain GT World Challenge ASIA 2019 If you’re into BMW tuning, it’s likely you’ve heard of Studie AG. It’s a Japanese-based tuning company that makes some of the very best BMW builds on the market. More than that, though, Studie also has a great racing presence, racing cars like the BMW M4 GT4 and being quite successful at it. In this new documentary, we get to see BMW Team Studie take on the 2019 Blancpain GT World Challenge Asia. The entire documentary focuses on the final stage of the 2019 Blancpain Asia series — Shanghai. The first day is just a free practice, so we see a lot of car preparation and track learning. So the cars are made ready for the specific track and the drivers learn not only the nuances of the track but even the pit lane. For ins...

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2020 Mercedes Maybach GLS – INTERIOR

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http://youtu.be/Q53GRzh7hVk The equipment features: luxury, leather and reclining seats The appointments of the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC are already decidedly luxurious as standard. The two outer rear seats can be electrically converted into reclining seats. Padded areas and the dashboard are finished in fine nappa leather as standard, with a range of further cushions and leather interior linings available on request. An electrically opening panoramic sliding/tilting sunroof with an opaque roller blind is standard equipment, as are climatised massage seats. Obtainable on special request, the fixed centre console transforms the car into a spacious four-seater whose rear is just as suitable for working as for relaxing. This console is available with extending, folding tables, even a...

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Alexander Sims wins in Diriyah to seal first Formula E victory

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Alexander Sims wins in Diriyah to seal first Formula E victory Alexander Sims wins in Diriyah at second time of asking, after starting from Julius Baer pole position both days and securing maiden victory in ABB FIA Formula E Championship. BMW i Andretti Motorsport completes one-two finish with second place for Maximilian Guenther. Update: Guenther loses podium place with post-race penalty for overtaking under safety car conditions. Sims set a new Formula E record for being the first driver to secure three consecutive Formula E pole positions on Saturday. He set the fastest lap time during the final Super Pole session last season and followed this with pole positions for both races at the opening double-header in Saudi Arabia. Ahead of Round 1 he set a fastest lap of 1:14.563, followed b...

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Video: BMW M135i Drag Races A35 AMG, Audi S3 and Golf R

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Video: BMW M135i Drag Races A35 AMG, Audi S3 and Golf R This is it! The time has come to put BMW’s latest hot hatch up against its competition in a proper drag race. The guys from CarWow put together one of their drag races and they got the BMW M135i xDrive to go up against its main rivals, the Mercedes-Benz A35 AMG and the Audi S3 alongside an outside, the Volkswagen Golf R. I’m saying the Golf is an outsider because it’s not a premium car but the specs will tell you otherwise. That’s because the Golf and the Audi have the exact same drivetrain. Both cars have 2-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engines under the hood good for 300 HP and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque. Both are all-wheel drive and both use the same transmission. As a matter of fact, there’s very little to set them apart, ex...

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BMW Orders batteries worth over €10 Billion from CATL and Samsung

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BMW Orders batteries worth over €10 Billion from CATL and Samsung The electric revolution seems to be in full swing. Even though some manufacturers – BMW included – are still considering hydrogen as a potential alternate to ICE cars as well, customers are demanding more EVs than ever and their demands will have to be met. Last year BMW announced the signing of its biggest battery order in history from Chinese manufacturer CATL but today, that milestone was overshot, yet again. BMW announced an order volume increase to €7.3 billion from CATL alone, with an additional order of €2.9 billion from Samsung SDI. These batteries will be done to BMW’s specifications and will be used for fifth-generation electric drive trains from 2021 out. Initially, BMW announced a deal with CATL worth €4 billi...

Nov242019 by adminNo Comments

SPIED: New BMW X2 xDrive25e scooped on streets

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SPIED: New BMW X2 xDrive25e scooped on streets After the new X1 LCI generation received its plug-in hybrid variant, BMW will extend the technology to the X2 Sports Activity Coupe as well. Slated for debut next year, the new BMW X2 xDrive25e will mark the entrance of the compact SAC into the world of electrification. The new plug-in hybrid X2 is just one of the many electrified models that BMW is planning to roll out until 2023. The test car that was recently spotted by spy photographers could have easily gone as a standard ICE version. The only relevant signs we are dealing with a plug-in hybrid is the door placed “Hybrid Test Vehicle” sticker and the opening cover for the charging port, positioned on the front left wing. Pictured: BMW X2 The series X2 xDrive25e will have a seamless in...

Nov232019 by adminNo Comments

2019 LA Auto Show: Volkswagen ID Space Vizzion — A Fun EV Wagon

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2019 LA Auto Show: Volkswagen ID Space Vizzion — A Fun EV Wagon One of the more interesting cars to debut at the 2019 LA Auto Show was the all-new Volkswagen ID Space Vizzion. Oddball name aside, the Space Vizzion is an all-electric wagon with an eye on fun and urban mobility. While that’s not the most exciting sounding car in the world, we love the idea of automakers coming out with more fun wagons, especially electric ones. The Volkswagen ID Space Vizzion is based on the VW Group’s all-electric architecture, dubbed MEB. Get his, this new all-electric Volkswagen wagon is rear-wheel drive. It comes with a single electric motor at the rear axle that makes about 275 hp. That won’t impress any Tesla fans but it’s more than enough to be fun. Plus, this is a family wagon, not a performance c...

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BMW aims to cut spending by over €12 billion by 2022

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BMW aims to cut spending by over €12 billion by 2022 It looks like BMW is going to have to start spending money a bit more carefully in the following years. Considering all the troublesome news coming in, from possible trade wars to the increasing budgets needed to develop electric vehicles, BMW announced today, through its CFO, that it’s aiming to cut its spending by as much as €12 billion (over $13 billion) by 2022. At the moment, no jobs are in peril though as the Germans say the employment levels will remain steady, at the 2018 levels. According to Automotive News, Nicolas Peter, the current Chief Financial Officer in Munich, told analysts during a meeting on Wednesday that the company is talking things over with suppliers and union leaders, regarding these issues. “We are currently...

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Our Top Five Cars for the 2019 LA Auto Show

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Our Top Five Cars for the 2019 LA Auto Show The press days for the 2019 LA Auto Show are now over and the public days are underway. So since we’re finally home and back to the daily grind, we thought we’d give you our top five cars from LA. To be honest, honing the list down to five was quite difficult, as there were so many interesting and exciting cars debuting in LA. But, we’ll give it a shot. 5. Land Rover Defender It’s not often when a boxy SUV really captures the hearts of car enthusiasts but it happened at the LA Auto Show. The all-new Land Rover Defender is likely the coolest SUV in the world right now, with its rugged demeanor, boxy styling and genuine off-road capability. It just oozes cool and it has a great interior to boot. It’s also the first Defender to be sold in the ‘S...