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BMW ActiveE concept
The ActiveE is based on the 1-series coupe and is powered by a lithium ion battery pack developed by a joint venture between Samsung SDI and Robert Bosch. The electric motor is integrated into the rear axle. Speed will be electrically limited to 90 mph, BMW says.
The automaker says the rear-drive ActiveE can be fully recharged with high current in 4.5 hours. BMW will field test the car in late 2010, leasing it to customers in specific regions for one year.