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Every year, the Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE) hold their Electric Vehicle Conference. The group aims to better humanity through the use of technology, so it only makes sense that they would hold an event to further explore how zero-emission travel can be made into a sustainable reality.

Why the long spiel about the I-Triple-E? Simply put, everyone at Weber BMW is quite thrilled for this year's conference. The reason why is that…

BMW ActiveE Hits the US Market

The first BMW ActiveE, BMW's highly-acclaimed luxury EV, has finally landed on U.S. soil. Tom and Meredith Maloughney hve become the first proud owners of new electric car, and providing the German automaker with valuable feedback.

Of course, the Maloughneys represent only two electric car owners who will be giving BMW feedback on the ActiveE, over the next two years. Others will as well - all in an effort to help BMW tweak the…

BMW Denies Discontinuation of 3 Series Touring Wagon

We have to admit, we were a little scared when rumors about BMW's plans discontinue the 3 Series Touring wagon surfaced. Call us nostalgic, but we just weren't ready to see the beloved wagon go. We know. We know...consumers seem to favor CUVs over wagons. But, wagons have an old-school charm we simply can't resist. Plus, with more and more drivers going the CUV route, it's an easy way to…

BMW Invites You to Become an Electronaut

BMW has created a new electric vehicle named ActiveE. What they're hoping, however, is to create is something bigger than just  electric. As such the Bavarian automaker has launched a brand new campaign, which encourages drivers to become "electronauts".

Like astronauts explored outer space, electronauts are land explorers and adventurers. And, ultimately, they're expected to help BMW determine how their distinctive Active E electric vehicle and EV technology is able to connect drivers…

BMW Develops Energy-Saving Technology


BMW has already pioneered green technologies such as a regenerative brake system, electric pumps and power steering, and 8-speed ZF transmission.  However, BMW has no plans of stopping and will continue to invest in the future of green technology.

BMW is reportedly working on an all-new intelligent engine control system that uses the vehicle's navigation system to more efficiently regulate pertinent functions which can be improved to further conserve energy (i.e., battery recharging and engine cooling). According to Tom Baloga, VP Engineering, BMWNA the imminent technology suite officially dubbed "predictive engine management" works best during drivers' everyday routine…

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