Monthly Archives: July 2014

BMW introduces compact i DC Fast Chargers

EL-51620 BMW i DC Fast Charger
Voltage 400V–480V, 3 phase P90158081
Input power 24kW
Input current/phase 30A
Rec. breaker 40A
Connector/Cable SAE Combo 1
Mounting Wall mount or optional pedestal.
Weight 125 lbs (57 kg)
Cord length 20 ft (6 meters)
Dimensions 31″ H x 19″ W x 12″ D
(86 cm x 48 cm x 30 cm)
Temperature rating -40 °F to 185 °F
Enclosure Indoor/Outdoor rated, IP54 enclosure
Price $6,548

BMW of North America launched its BMW i DC Fast Chargers, which can charge the BMW i3 all-electric vehicle’s battery up to 80% in 30 minutes, at the Plug-In 2014 conference.

Panasonic, Tesla reach agreement on U.S. battery plant

A Panasonic Corp's lithium-ion battery is pictured with Tesla Motors logo in Tokyo
by Rohit T. K. in Bangalore

Panasonic Corp has reached a basic agreement with Tesla Motors Inc to initially supply the electric car maker’s proposed lithium-ion battery plant with machinery to make battery cells, the Nikkei said.

2015 Polaris Slingshot three-wheeler unveiled

Three-wheelers are fun! The latest company to join the three-wheeler party is Polaris with its Slingshot, featuring an aggressive front that looks very similar to the extreme KTM X-Bow.

BMW will restore Elvis’ 507

elvis presleys 1957 bmw 507 -  BMW will restore

Many rich and famous people make a habit of collecting cars, either because of a real fondness of cars or simply because they can.

Ford raises F-150 prices, dealers begin ordering 2015 models

Ford Raises F-150 Prices, Dealers Begin Ordering 2015 Models

U.S. and Canadian dealers on Monday began ordering 2015 Ford  F-150 pickup trucks, which are lighter than earlier models, priced higher and include additional standard features, the company said.