.BMW M is testing a quad-motor EV drivetrain in a widebody i4:
BMW has not yet said exactly which form a future M EV could take, but the test mule is based on the i4 M50, with widened wheel arches to fit different front and rear axles. It also uses structural components from the M3 and M4 to improve torsional rigidity. Testing began in virtual models and on test benches before being put on the road.
Beyond providing more power, BMW says that having a motor at each wheel will also open the door for more precise tuning, with the ability to instantly send power to individual wheels. The four motors are connected to one central control unit which determines where to send power based on factors like pedal position, steering angle, longitudinal and lateral acceleration, and wheel speeds.
We don't know yet exactly when this new powertrain will go into production, but EVs have already begun to disrupt BMW's performance hierarchy. Although the i4 M50 is not meant to be a full-bore M model on the same level as the M3 and M4, it is already nipping on the heels of its gas-powered siblings in our acceleration testing. The electric i4 M50's 3.3-second sprint to 60 mph
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Ariel Hipercar Is A 1,180 HP Quad-Motor Jet Engined Range Extender SupercarThis is really a remarkable achievement for such a small, low-volume brand with no EV experience, but it does have all the traits we would expect from an Ariel.
Read more »
Oakland A’s muster just five hits, one run as win streak ends against NationalsDermis Garcia homered for the second straight game.
Read more »
Murphy's Grand Slam Keys A's 10-6 Win Against NationalsSean Murphy’s fifth-inning grand slam broke open a one-run game and the Oakland Athletics beat the Washington Nationals 10-6. Murphy added two singles and drove in five runs for Oakland, which has won three straight. Dermis Garcia hit his first career home run and Tony Kemp had three hits for the A’s in their first game in Washington since they were swept June 7-9, 2005 at RFK Stadium. Cole Irvin (7-11) labored 5 1/3 innings for the win, allowing five runs on nine hits.
Read more »
A’s win first ever game at Nationals Park, now await phenom’s debutTop prize from Yankees trade will start Thursday’s game in Washington.
Read more »