According to a new report from the US, BMW's M series is set to further embrace plug-in hybrid technology. The German automaker has announced that it will be introducing its first all-electric vehicle in North America later this year. Versions of the new drivetrain are expected to be used on a wide range of additional BMW models, and could be offered in both rear- and electric all-wheel-drive configurations. The Detroit Bureau, is for both cars to draw on the current i sub-brand"s know how and adopt all-new plug-in hybrid tech. The top secret details, leaked by a source close to BMW, suggest the new tech is being developed for both rear and all-wheel drive applications, and the reason for the hybrid tech adoption is to meet increasingly stringent emissions and fuel economy standards around the world.
According to a new report from the US, BMW's M series is set to further embrace plug-in hybrid technology. The German automaker has announced that it will be introducing its first all-electric vehicle in North America later this year. The Detroit Bureau, is for both cars to draw on the current i sub-brand"s know how and adopt all-new plug-in hybrid tech. The top secret details, leaked by a source close to BMW, suggest the new tech is being developed for both rear and all-wheel drive applications, and the reason for the hybrid tech adoption is to meet increasingly stringent emissions and fuel economy standards around the world.