BMW i8 Hybrid Design
The new BMW supercar , BMW i8, has been snapped by spy photographers. Behind rose-tinted specs it’s a modern day M1, but in truth it’s a very different kind of car. It should usher in the age of the clean supercar, with a hybrid drivetrain linking a small internal combustion engine (BMW has a 1.5-litre three cylinder petrol unit on the way) and electric motors.
“The BMW i8 is based on the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept study. Its plug-in hybrid drive blends the sporting ability of a high-performance machine with the fuel consumption and emissions of a small car,” stated the press release.
One of the assets that the i8 will rely on to achieve the aforementioned goals will be a new construction concept, which is called LifeDrive architecture. This uses an aluminium chassis to house the powertrain, with the passenger cell being made from carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP).
“Both cars [i3 and i8] have been designed specifically for their respective alternative drive systems. We used the innovative architecture and CFRP to cancel out practically all of the extra weight added by the batteries. For our customers this means superior driving dynamics combined with significantly increased range using electric power,” explains Klaus Draeger, BMW Board member responsible for development.
This one is extremely looking one of luxurious and adorable model of BMW. I am really surprised to see the authentic conception of BMW i8 hybrid. It's truly one of the luxurious way to save the world and save the energy. It's one of environment friendly car. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeletekingston minicabs