BMW will launch electric car in South Korea

BMW is planning to introduce its new electric vehicle on the market in South Korea in 2014. This will be the firm’s first fully electric vehicle and will feature a top speed of 150km/h. Called the i3, the prototype of this vehicle will be unveiled shortly. Its range has not been disclosed at this stage but it is thought to feature lithium ion type batteries and sophisticated speed controls and regenerative braking features to extend the distance it can travel.
May 21, 2013 Read time: 1 min
1233 BMW is planning to introduce its new electric vehicle on the market in South Korea in 2014. This will be the firm’s first fully electric vehicle and will feature a top speed of 150km/h. Called the i3, the prototype of this vehicle will be unveiled shortly. Its range has not been disclosed at this stage but it is thought to feature lithium ion type batteries and sophisticated speed controls and regenerative braking features to extend the distance it can travel.

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