BMW has revealed the new i3 with improved battery and longer range. The range extender is no longer offered. Continue reading
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The new BMW i3 with larger battery only marginally more expensive
The new BMW i3 2017 will come in two versions: one with the current 60 Ah and a new version with 94 Ah. Continue reading
New in i3 software update 15-11-504
The software upgrade rolled out to all BMW i3 includes some new useful functionality. Continue reading
BMW i3 a cold Nordic winter day (-15C / ~0F)
Temperature affects batteries and an electric car will have shorter range in cold weather. But how much? We set out a bitter cold Nordic winter day in Stockholm to find out. Continue reading
Accessing the hidden information in your i3
The BMW i3 is packed with technology and an array of sensors to calculate performance and keep you safe. To keep things simple (or maybe not to reveal too much) not everything is on display. Maybe some hidden data will eventually be more accessible but there are ways to take a sneak peek. Continue reading
Preconditioning the i3 a cold winter day and effect on range
A great function on the BMW i3 is that it can be preconditioned. It can be started by setting a time in the car or through the iRemote app. It can also be started immediately using the key or iRemote app. Continue reading
First service after two years
Our BMW i3 will be two years old in a few weeks and has now just completed the first scheduled service. However, a pure electric vehicle does not need much service. Continue reading
Optimal speed and charging time
BMW i3 is a city car suitable for city driving, but if you ever take it for a long stretch it might be interesting to understand how to drive to arrive to your destination as quickly as possible. Continue reading