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Next-Gen BMW i8 To Be All-Electric? Decision This Year

It could be a performance-oriented all-electric convertible. The next generation of plug-in hybrid BMW i8 (currently available in coupe and convertible versions) could be all-electric. A decision about the future of i8 to be made later this year, while the market launch of the second-generation is expected by the end of 2023. The chance for… Continue reading Next-Gen BMW i8 To Be All-Electric? Decision This Year

2018 BMW i3 recalled for circuit-board issue causing sudden shutdowns

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Some BMW i3 models from the 2018 model year are being recalled for an issue that could cause sudden power loss and shutdown.

At root of the issue is a printed circuit board, part of the Electric Motor Electronics (EME) module, that may not have been made to specifications. The issue could cause the lack of electrical contact, causing the EME module to shut down high-voltage electrical power after detecting the condition.

The issue affects 134 BMW i3 REx vehicles and just 25 i3 BEV vehicles. That covers a specific range of build dates in January for the REx and in January and February 2018 for the BEV.

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According to paperwork filed by BMW, the circuit board “may not have undergone a sufficient cleaning process during Tier-2 supplier production.”

2018 BMW i3

BMW cites “several field incidents” as leading to the discovery of the issue but is not aware of any accidents or injuries stemming from the issue.

The i3, and especially the i3 REx, have been affected by several significant recalls over the past couple of years:

Last October BMW issued a recall for the charge cords of nearly all 2018 and 2019 plug-in vehicles it built for sale in the U.S.—including the i3.
In 2017 it recalled 19,130 i3 REx models from the 2014 through 2017 model years for an issue with the fuel vent.
BMW also in late 2017 recalled more than 30,000 i3 it had then sold in the U.S. from the 2014 through 2018 model years to reprogram the airbag to accommodate drivers not wearing their seatbelt [yes, still a U.S. requirement].
Under this new recall, dealers will replace the EME module on affected cars. The effort will start around June 7, 2019, and owners will be notified. Those with questions or concerns can call BMW at 800-525-7417.

Milestone: 10 million flying hours in nearly 5 million flights for the ultra-reliable long distance business aircraft engine – the Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8

LONDON, 17-Apr-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Rolls-Royce has just announced its Tay 611-8 engine has recently reached to 10 million flying hours milestone in after having had nearly 5 million flights. The engine was originally launched in 1987 and is powering range of Gulfstream’s large-cabin business aircraft as the Gulfstream GIV, GIV-SP, G300 and G400. Outstanding dependability, efficiency and low noise generation have earned a great reputation for the Rolls-Royce’s Tay 611-8 engine.

Tay 611-8’s incredible performance helped Gulfstream GIV to revolutionise the business aviation market with its high cruising speed and the 4,300 nautical miles intercontinental range.

The Tay 611-8 engine has broken many records for speed and range over the past 30 years. Stepping on these achievements the Tay 611-8C engine, Tay 611-8 successor, is today powering the Gulfstream G350 and G450.

As of today, there are more than 1,700 Tay 611-8 and Tay 611-8C engines in service. Rolls-Royce’s market leading CorporateCare® supports many of them.

The deal for the first ever Tay order contract, made by then the company’s Managing Director Sir Ralph Robins and Gulfstream’s founder Allen Paulson is part of the aviation history. Officially signed in March 1983, the story goes that in December 1982 the basic details such as engine price, quantity, payment terms, etc., have been written on a napkin in less than 10 minutes by Sir Ralph Robins.

Commenting on the 10 million flying hours milestone, Dirk Geisinger, Director Business Aviation, Rolls-Royce, said:

“Reaching 10 million flying hours is an impressive milestone and we are very proud of this achievement. With its legendary reliability the Tay 611-8 became the benchmark for ultra-reliable long distance business aircraft and perfectly illustrates why Rolls-Royce is the leading engine manufacturer in Business Aviation. The Tay family with its proven performance has been very successful for us and has propelled our market leadership in this sector. Combining this engine with our latest aftermarket programme CorporateCare Enhanced raises the bar for the whole industry by introducing uncapped troubleshooting, coverage for mobile repair team travel costs and nacelle coverage on later engine models.”

Geisinger added further:

“CorporateCare Enhanced provides our customers with a global support infrastructure which includes Engine Health Monitoring, a worldwide network of Authorised Service Centres and globally distributed spare parts and engines, all managed by our dedicated 24/7 Business Aircraft Availability Centre. Our customers benefit directly from this investment in proactive care, an in most cases are prevented from missing a planned trip.”

SOURCE: Rolls-Royce

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Honda, GM blockchain project to examine how EV owners could earn revenue from smart grids

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May used car values fall up to 4% in ‘market correction’

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The BMW i8 as an automobile sculpture: An artistic experiment by Thomas Scheibitz. Premiere at the artist’s Berlin studio.

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Sponsoring partner: Audi Deal for FC Bayern – The big match winner is Hoeneß

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Audi remains sponsor of the German football champion: So failed the mega deal between Bayern and BMW

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Football: BMW is not a sponsor at Bayern Munich – Audi is increasing commitment

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SGL Carbon Presents Composite Battery Enclosures For NIO

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