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BMW 7 Series and BMW i7 have finally arrived

After a lot of testing, in the Arctic Circle and southern Europe, as well as the air tunnel and the streets of Germany, the all-electric i7 has finally arrived and with it the new BMW 7 Series.

The new 7 Series comes with standard air suspension and automatic electronically controlled shock absorbers. Thanks to the adaptive suspension, the driver can, in Sport mode, raise or lower the car. The car is larger, which does not mean bad maneuverability, primarily thanks to the rear-wheel drive system up to 3.5 degrees.

When it comes to design, the front end features horizontally split headlights located in the middle of the bumper and a huge front grille with prominent kidneys, while the daytime running lights are slightly closer to the bonnet. Inside, the Live Cockpit Plus dominates with a Curved Display that integrates a 12.3 and 14.9-inch screen.

When it comes to propulsion, in Europe the 740d will be powered by a 3.0 L turbodiesel 6-cylinder engine with 300 hp (221 kW) and 561 lb-ft (760 Nm), but from next spring. Two petrol models with 48-volt mild hybrid technology will be available in the US, China and other select markets, but not Europe. The BMW 760i xDrive comes with a new V8 engine that delivers 544 hp (400 kW).

BMW also introduced the all-electric i7. The design of the front of the car is adorned with light elements made of exclusive crystal glass and illuminated contour of the kidney grille, which give a modern look. The interior of the i7 is equipped with a curved display, a newly developed panoramic glass roof Sky Lounge, light and functional strips on the instrument panel and doors that provide better ambient lighting. BMW has not forgotten the rear passengers either, who now have at their disposal a 31-inch 8K Theater Screen screen located between the front seats.

When it comes to powertrain, the BMW i7 will be powered by two electric motors with a total power of 544 hp (400 kW) and 550 lb-ft (745 Nm) of torque. The car is equipped with a 101.4 kWh battery that provides a range of 590 to 625 km. Reaches 62 mph in 4.7 seconds with a limited top speed of 149 mph (240 km / h). For those who want more power, BMW has announced additional versions, among which stands out the most powerful M70 xDrive with 660 hp (485 kW).

Source: BMW

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Mercedes Vision EQXX with a range of more than 600 miles

Earlier this year, Mercedes revealed its new electric concept, the Vision EQXX, which was claimed to have a range of 600 miles (1,000 km). Now this has been confirmed after the car crossed from Sindelfingen, through the Swiss Alps and northern Italy, to the destination Cassis on the Cote d’Azur, with a single charge.

Before departure, the car’s charger cover was sealed. The trip started in cold and rainy conditions, and there was a driving supervision team in the vehicle. In the other, the accompanying vehicle, was an independent expert from TÜV Süd.

How much aerodynamics with a minimum frontal surface of the vehicle affects the reduction of air resistance and thus energy consumption, Mercedes has shown by crossing 1,008 kilometers with a record low average consumption of 8.7 kWh / 100 kilometers. After 11 hours and 32 minutes of driving, the battery showed “only” 15 percent of capacity, which is enough for the vehicle to cover an additional 140 km.

The Vision EQXX is powered by an electric motor that develops 201 hp, and the drive is so efficient that 95 percent of the energy ends up on wheels. The car also has a 117-cell solar panel, which provides energy for the HVAC system, lights and infotainment system. A separate lithium-iron-phosphate battery stores energy and, in ideal conditions, can offer 25 kilometers of extra range.

Mercedes has equipped the EQXX with air curtains, covers and moving elements including a rear diffuser that pulls out at higher speeds, Bridgestone tires with ultra-low rolling resistance. Inside, there’s an 8K resolution 120.6cm screen with a navigation system with 3D graphics showing the city from a “satellite perspective” up to 10 feet high.

Source: Mercedes

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BYD is the best-selling electric car brand in the world

Although most major car manufacturers have announced that they will shut down the production of internal combustion cars by 2030, the Chinese company BYD is the first to do so. This news comes after the video of the new BYD Seal, which should be a competitor to Tesla Model 3.

BYD’s current offer is based on plug-in hybrids and electric models, and the Chinese manufacturer reached an agreement with Ford, GM, Mercedes, Volvo and Jaguar Land Rover last November to shut down production of vehicles with ICE by 2040. The company said it would continue to produce spare parts and provide services to current owners.

The Chinese company produced 53,664 electric cars and 50,674 plug-in hybrids last month, making it the best-selling electric car brand in the world. That prompted the company to increase plans for this year from 1.2 million to 1.5 million cars.

BYD Seal will be offered in two versions. The base model is powered by a single electric motor with 201 or 308 hp (150 kW or 230 kW), while the more powerful version is powered by two electric motors, one on each axle, with a total power of 522 hp (390 kW). It reaches 62 mph in 3.8 seconds and has a range of 435 miles (700 km).

Source: BYD