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58 postsBMW i8 explained: the plug-in hybrid sports car
The BMW i8 is a futuristic plug-in hybrid sports car. Its hybrid drivetrain, carbon fibre body, coupé and Roadster, performance, electric range, ownership and buying tips.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW B57 diesel engine explained: the modern six-cylinder diesel
The BMW B57 is the modular 3.0-litre six-cylinder diesel of modern BMWs. How it is built, the turbo versions, mild hybrid technology, reliability, common issues and maintenance.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW N57 diesel engine explained: the six-cylinder diesel
The BMW N57 is the 3.0-litre six-cylinder diesel behind many 330d, 530d, X5 and 7 Series models. The single, twin and tri-turbo versions, common issues and maintenance tips.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW iX explained: BMW's electric flagship SUV
The BMW iX is BMW's electric flagship SUV. Its versions, range and charging, Carbon Cage construction, interior technology and what to know before buying one new or used.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW electric parking brake explained: Auto Hold, faults and service mode
Most modern BMWs use an electric parking brake. How it works, Auto Hold, emergency release, common faults and warning messages, and the service mode needed to change rear brake pads.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW B48 engine explained: the modern four-cylinder turbo
The BMW B48 is the 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo used in many modern BMWs and MINIs. How it is built, the modular engine family, models, power outputs, reliability and maintenance tips.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW B47 diesel engine explained: reliability and common issues
The BMW B47 is the 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel in many BMWs. How it improved on the N47, the models and outputs, common issues such as EGR and DPF, and maintenance tips for long life.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW N52 engine explained: the naturally aspirated straight-six
The BMW N52 is one of the last naturally aspirated BMW straight-sixes. How it is built, the models that use it, its strengths, common issues such as oil leaks and VANOS, and maintenance tips.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readHow to charge an electric BMW: home, public and fast charging
Charging an electric BMW is simple once you know the options. Home sockets and wallboxes, public AC and fast DC charging, charging speeds, battery care tips and planning long trips.
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