It’s bad enough that BMW has a subscription model for features like heated seats (whichnow abandoned after huge backlash). Now they want to behavior-mod you for not plugging in your BMW plug-in hybrid enough so that they can harvest carbon credits.
BMW Wants Plug-In Hybrid Owners Punished For Not Charging Enough
https://www.autoblog.com/news/bmw-wants-plug-in-hybrid-owners-punished-for-not-charging-enough
German news outlet Die Zeit reported a controversial proposal from BMW to force more PHEV owners to charge their cars. It has been suggested that those who stubbornly refuse to charge or those who don’t plug the car in regularly should be ‘punished.’ It was proposed by BMW supervisory board chairman, Dr. Nicolas Peter.
So, what exactly are the possible consequences? It wasn’t listed in its entirety, but the publication said, ‘One possible measure would be to reduce engine power if the battery is not regularly charged.’ It was also mentioned that this plan is ‘technically feasible.’
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