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CES 2024 day 4 has been concluded and experts have a lot to say. (AP) News 

Consumer advocates claim that BMW to Ecovacs, these are the products deemed as the ‘Worst in Show’ at CES 2024.

Adarsh V.K

The top products showcased at CES 2024 cut through the excessive marketing noise at the Las Vegas tech expo, offering groundbreaking innovations that have the potential to enhance our lives. On the other hand, the most detrimental products, deemed as “Worst in Show” by a group of dystopia experts, have the capacity to negatively impact both our society and the environment. The winners of this undesirable distinction were revealed on Thursday, marking the third consecutive year of the contest that no tech company desires to be a part of. AND…

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The Amazon-BMW partnership involves the use of Alexa Custom Assistant technology (ACA). (Amazon) News 

Get all the details on Amazon’s collaboration with BMW to integrate Alexa voice assistant into cars at CES 2024

Adriana Marais,

The year 2023 was dominated by the concept of artificial intelligence (AI), as major tech companies integrated this technology into their range of products. This resulted in the introduction of new AI tools like chatbots, and even traditional organizations like Adobe and Microsoft embraced AI. The impact of AI is not limited to the tech industry, as it is also making significant advancements in the automotive sector. At the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024 in Las Vegas, Amazon and BMW have announced a collaboration that will bring AI into…

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The latest concept design makes its debut at the IAA Mobility 2023 International Motor Show. News 

BMW’s ‘Vision Neue Klasse’ Concept Hints at Highly Efficient Electric Vehicles

Febin Mathew,

BMW is further investigating the possibility of a wider range of electric vehicles by introducing the Vision Neue Klasse, a new concept design. This model is an extension of the i Vision Circular concept from 2021 and the i Vision Dee concept from this year. In addition to its visually appealing attributes, BMW asserts that the Vision Neue Klasse will offer a 30 percent increase in range and charging speed, as well as being 25 percent more efficient. The company clearly wants its new electric car to be a real…

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The Vision Neue Klasse concept car, on display at next week’s IAA show in Munich, shows off BMW’s dedicated EV underpinnings due in 2025. (Bloomberg) News 

BMW Unveils New Electric Vehicle to Compete with Tesla and BYD

Nitin Misra

BMW AG has unveiled its initial model of forthcoming electric vehicles, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to compete with Tesla Inc. and safeguard its sales in China, its largest market. The Vision Neue Klasse concept car, on display at next week’s IAA show in Munich, showcases BMW’s dedicated electric cars due to be produced in 2025 – at the same time as Mercedes-Benz Group AG unveils its new battery-powered models. Software issues have delayed similar architectures from Volkswagen AG and sidelined key Porsche and Audi vehicles. With the…

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It can go up to 250 miles on a single charge. News 

Mini Cooper Electric Unveils Refreshed Design and Increased Range

Jim Hendler,

BMW has unveiled the fifth-generation Mini Cooper, which stands out from its traditional combustion counterparts with a distinctive design. The initial release, the Mini Cooper E, features a powerful 135 kW/184 hp electric motor, 290Nm of torque, and can accelerate from zero to 62 miles per hour in just 7.3 seconds. Notably, it offers an extended range of 145 to 190 miles. This distance jumps to 250 miles in the Mini SE and includes higher outputs such as 330 Nm of maximum torque, 160 kW/218 hp and a jump from…

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The company expands its EV lineup with two wheels and stylish HUD glasses. News 

BMW’s CE 02 Electric Scooter Aims to Revolutionize Urban Transportation

Jim Hendler,

BMW is enlarging its range of electric motorcycles, or rather, electric scooters. The latest addition, the CE 02, is smaller in size compared to the recently launched CE 04 and is aimed at attracting a younger demographic of buyers. In fact, BMW doesn’t even want to call it a scooter. Instead, it calls it eParkourer. Yes, it’s a mouthful and yes it’s mostly just marketing stuff, but the CE 02 looks like a nicer version of the Honda Rukus with an electric drivetrain. BMW says it has a range of…

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The Porsche Arena in Stuttgart, southern Germany, where the car manufacturer holds the company's annual general meeting, on June 28, 2023. (AFP) News 

Porsche to Take to the Water with Electric Speedboat Priced at $655,000

Adriana Marais, ,

Porsche AG, the German automaker, has shifted its focus to boats after facing obstacles in its attempt to join Formula One. On June 23, the company revealed its plans to collaborate with Austrian shipbuilder Frauscher in the development of an electric speedboat. Due in 2024, the Frauscher x Porsche 850 Fantom Air is an 8.7 meter (28.4 ft) day cruiser based on the Frauscher 858 Fantom Air. Studio F.A. Porsche will design the helm rack and furnish the interior, including the seats and upholstery, while the boat will share its…

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