In my 20 years of test-driving cars, the BMW i8 holds the title as the most attention-grabbing; an amazing car that left me wanting one of my own in the worst way. The only possible thing that could make it better; a convertible, and for 2019 the dream comes true. BMW’s i sub-brand focuses on creating premium cars purpose-designed to be powered by pure electric or plug-in hybrid drive systems. …
If you’re not famous but seek instant rock star status this car can get you there without ever learning a chord. It’s the BMW i8 and it’s one of the most magnetizing cars I’ve ever driven, now available in top down style.When I first drove this car 4 years ago, I became enamored with its Tomorrowland styling, road-hugging handling and Sheldon Cooper-engineered powertrain. It’s a low slung, plug-in hybrid all-wheel …
Ugly, slow, and about as much fun to drive as an RV; these are criticisms often lobbed at the gas-saving vehicle commonly known as the hybrid. But did you ever think that maybe it doesn't have to be that way? Lucky for us BMW has produced the myth-busting gas-electric hybrid called the i8; a car whose futuristic design is as cutting edge as the technology that makes it run.