The BMW i3 REx model is an unusual beast, the sole example to date of a car built specifically to comply with California regulations that define it as a zero-emission electric car even though it has a ...

The few available range-extended electric car models give drivers added flexibility by using gasoline engines as onboard backup generators. But using the range extender too often may consume a ...

When BMW launched the i3 REx in the U.S., one of the main difference from the European version of the same car was the fuel tank capacity. Since BMW needs the i3 REx to qualify as a BEVx and one of ...

BMW has recalled the REx (gas range extended) version of its popular i3 plug-in vehicle due to a fire risk. And while one cringes at the thought of a plug-in being recalled for a "fire risk", the ...