BMW will be pairing up for its newest electric creation 05/19/2011
As more automakers are looking to make fuel-efficient options for consumers who are tired of high gas prices, BMW is joining the electric bandwagon by announcing that it is teaming up with AeroVironment.
The company is using AeroVironment in order to introduce the new all-electric BMW ActiveE, which is currently the second phase of the company's plan to offer more electric options. Consumers who are interested in ActiveE vehicles will be able to purchase them in Boston, Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco, Sacramento and San Diego.
AeroVironment's EVSE-RS charging stations will be installed into the drivers home so they will be able to travel 100 miles before needing to stop for a re-charge.
"BMW has a strong legacy as one of the world's premier performance luxury brands, and AeroVironment looks forward to bringing our own legacy of reliability and innovation to BMW's exciting new launch," said Tim Conver, chairman and chief executive officer of AeroVironment. "Together, we can expand boundaries in providing practical, emissions-free mobility to the performance vehicle market."