BMW has officially ushered in a new era of high performance electric driving with the global reveal of the BMW iX3 M60 xDrive. Serving as the flagship performance variant of the revolutionary Neue Klasse lineup, this fully electric SUV proves that zero-emission powertrains can deliver every ounce of the thrilling, track-tuned dynamics drivers expect from the M badge. By marrying sixth-generation eDrive architecture with ultra-fast computing and aggressive design touches, Munich is setting an ambitious benchmark for what a modern performance SUV should be. 603 Horsepower and Next-Generation Gen6 Architecture Underneath its sculpted bodywork, the iX3 M60 xDrive houses a formidable dual-motor setup delivering a massive combined output of 603 horsepower and 645 pound-feet of torque. The heart of this powertrain is a newly developed electrically excited synchronous motor on the rear axle, featuring a reinforced stator and a high-capacity 420-amp inverter that sustains massive thrust...
BMW is taking its driver assistance technology a step further by bringing semi-automated driving into dense city environments. Starting next year, the luxury automaker will introduce new navigation-guided assistance features designed to help drivers handle complex urban situations, including turns at intersections, multi-lane changes, right-of-way yields, and busy roundabouts. Germany will serve as the initial launch market, with an expansion to other international markets following as local regulations allow. Expanding the Scope of Motorway and City Assistant Until now, semi-automated driving technologies have mostly been tailored for predictable highway cruising and open country roads. By integrating active route guidance directly from BMW Maps, the updated Motorway and City Assistant system can anticipate upcoming city maneuvers well in advance. As the car approaches an intersection or a roundabout, the software helps position the vehicle correctly within its lane...