Hi All,
I am intrigued by the i3 and am looking to get one while somewhat afraid of the many problems that have been reported and potential out-of-warranty costs. One thing I have been wondering about is this:
Wouldn't it have been better if BMW offered the REX engine mounted on its own wheels that could be attached to a BEV when needed? Perhaps with a bigger 5-gallon tank or something? The REX could also then do double duty as a generator set for the house, separate from the BEV? Also, perhaps BMW i-dealers could then "rent" out well maintained "REXs on Wheels" to those that need them? I understand there could be aesthetic considerations involved, but this could have been a huge differentiator in the EV market.
I am interested in thoughts others have on this.
Thanks.
I am intrigued by the i3 and am looking to get one while somewhat afraid of the many problems that have been reported and potential out-of-warranty costs. One thing I have been wondering about is this:
Wouldn't it have been better if BMW offered the REX engine mounted on its own wheels that could be attached to a BEV when needed? Perhaps with a bigger 5-gallon tank or something? The REX could also then do double duty as a generator set for the house, separate from the BEV? Also, perhaps BMW i-dealers could then "rent" out well maintained "REXs on Wheels" to those that need them? I understand there could be aesthetic considerations involved, but this could have been a huge differentiator in the EV market.
I am interested in thoughts others have on this.
Thanks.