SwedishAdvocate
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It’s glass that’s been engineered to withstand an attack by multiple adult gorillas (obviously).
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BMW i8
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I'd like to see a video of the QA process.It’s glass that’s been engineered to withstand an attack by multiple adult gorillas (obviously).
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So are they hinting that the windows in the doors have a touch UI interface to some car controls?
I guess I'm just not getting it. I don't see how that tells us anything about how/where/why it's mentioned in the title of the BMW article. Nor does it tell me which surfaces of the BMW are impacted by this technology being available.
However, while we expected the windows and windshield to get the Gorilla Glass treatment, it seems BMW is only outfitting the rear window with Gorilla Glass. The car maker says this is for sound-dampening purposes, as the glass will consist of two 0.7mm layers with an acoustic sheet in the middle.
Gorilla Glass is also lighter than traditional glass, making the BMW i8 ever so lighter this time around, compared to if it used traditional glass. The i8 weighs less than 3,300 pounds, thanks to the Gorilla Glass as well as a few carbon fiber components. Of course, though, the hybrid powertrain is rather heavy, so the car still isn’t the lightest around.
Read more at BMW i8 With Gorilla Glass To See Most Sales In US? | CleanTechnica
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BMW i8 driven - Telegraph
In America, wealthy silicon valley types will be queuing up to trade their Prius or Tesla for the latest sexy green machine, so you can see why this BMW has such a head of internet steam behind it. LOL:tongue:
The doors are neither scissor nor gullwing, but hinged off the windscreen pillars and their demand for extra width means tight parking spots are a no-no.
Gorilla Glass is also lighter than traditional glass, making the BMW i8 ever so lighter this time around, compared to if it used traditional glass. The i8 weighs less than 3,300 pounds, thanks to the Gorilla Glass as well as a few carbon fiber components. Of course, though, the hybrid powertrain is rather heavy, so the car still isn’t the lightest around.
Read more at BMW i8 With Gorilla Glass To See Most Sales In US? | CleanTechnica
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BMW i8 driven - Telegraph
In America, wealthy silicon valley types will be queuing up to trade their Prius or Tesla for the latest sexy green machine, so you can see why this BMW has such a head of internet steam behind it. LOL:tongue:
The doors are neither scissor nor gullwing, but hinged off the windscreen pillars and their demand for extra width means tight parking spots are a no-no.
I'll believe it when I see it. Making automotive grade gorilla glass to save a few lbs will be very interesting. Has gorilla glass ever been tested in an automotive application? This sounds ridiculously expensive for such a large and formed application. If it is an option you could see it being $10K or more.
Dan43
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Bloomberg article, BMW see Model S as no threat, different markets they say.
BMW Sees No Rival in Tesla as It Readies Plug-in i8 - Bloomberg
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BMW Sees No Rival in Tesla as It Readies Plug-in i8 - Bloomberg
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Yep, totally different markets. You can make the same statement the other way around, however.
lolachampcar
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OMG
I'm a long time BMW guy (mostly M5s and wagons). I've been very happy with the company's engineering and generally give them high marks for building a "driver's car".
With the I8 I have come to realize BMW has just done a slightly better job of polishing the ICE turd then most other manufacturers (assuming I am the target market/demographic). They simply do not get it or they were too far down the road with the 8 cave on it. Sure, it can run on gas but that is just about the only possible advantage it can claim over MS.
I hope Tesla follows through with its SuperCharger Egg for the Tesla MS Chicken in Europe. Like using California to demo the concept, they are off to a good start in Norway.
Good Luck BMW.
I'm a long time BMW guy (mostly M5s and wagons). I've been very happy with the company's engineering and generally give them high marks for building a "driver's car".
With the I8 I have come to realize BMW has just done a slightly better job of polishing the ICE turd then most other manufacturers (assuming I am the target market/demographic). They simply do not get it or they were too far down the road with the 8 cave on it. Sure, it can run on gas but that is just about the only possible advantage it can claim over MS.
I hope Tesla follows through with its SuperCharger Egg for the Tesla MS Chicken in Europe. Like using California to demo the concept, they are off to a good start in Norway.
Good Luck BMW.
mnx
2018 M3P
Yeah the i8 is definitely a compromise car. It's not as efficient as a Model S, and it's slower than a 911 GT3. Oh, and it's more expensive than either one. Heck you can buy a base Model S for commuting, and have >60k left to spend on a sports car.
With the details released:
http://www.autoblog.com/2013/09/10/2015-bmw-i8-frankfurt-2013/
I would say I'm a bit unimpressed with the performance figures of this car. Reminds me of what Audi did with the R8 with the V8 engine from the RS4. The car's performance did not match the the exotic looks of the car.
http://www.autoblog.com/2013/09/10/2015-bmw-i8-frankfurt-2013/
I would say I'm a bit unimpressed with the performance figures of this car. Reminds me of what Audi did with the R8 with the V8 engine from the RS4. The car's performance did not match the the exotic looks of the car.
simplesolar
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not impressed. Now the 918 spyder hybrid is impressive even though it cost 6-7x more. Can't wait until they pass that technology in with their lower end sports car. It will be the way of the future, hybrid 911.
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mnx
2018 M3P
I think the new NSX is going to be a far better car.
http://www.motortrend.com/future/future_vehicles/1204_2015_acura_nsx/
According to the above, 0-60 in 3.0s estimated and will cost est. 130k. The only advantage the i8 has is that it is out sooner. (and perhaps have better fuel economy)
Hmmmm, maybe I can replace our minivan with NSX when the time comes.
http://www.motortrend.com/future/future_vehicles/1204_2015_acura_nsx/
According to the above, 0-60 in 3.0s estimated and will cost est. 130k. The only advantage the i8 has is that it is out sooner. (and perhaps have better fuel economy)
Hmmmm, maybe I can replace our minivan with NSX when the time comes.
Kipernicus
Model S Res#P1440
I think the styling of the i8 is great (the i3 not so much, but that's another thread).
I'll even go so far as to think that the i8 is a worthy successor to the M1.
Impressive that they can get so much power out of a little 3 banger.
Superchargers are great, but for hours on the autobahn you still need gas imo.
I'll even go so far as to think that the i8 is a worthy successor to the M1.
Impressive that they can get so much power out of a little 3 banger.
Superchargers are great, but for hours on the autobahn you still need gas imo.
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