LIGHTNING LAP 2023 | THE ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE CAR TEST | CAR AND DRIVER

EV Channels Review

Car and Driver's Lightning Lap 2023 event at Virginia International Raceway showcases a diverse range of performance vehicles, highlighting significant advancements in automotive engineering. The BMW i4 M50, while a step forward for EVs on track, struggled with power limitations and battery drain, achieving a top speed barely faster than a minivan and requiring extended recharge times. Despite its limitations, the i4 M50 demonstrated impressive brake performance and a lower price point compared to other high-performance EVs. The review notes that EVs still have a considerable distance to cover to prove their track-day mettle, but the i4 M50 represents a positive stride in that direction.