BMW’s Next EV Might Finally Use a Turn Signal — the Apocalypse Is Near

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BMW has unveiled its next-gen electric SUV, the iX3, built on the all-new Neue Klasse platform and packed with tech that actually works — including, shockingly, turn signals.

The prototype promises 400 miles of range, 400 kW fast charging, and 400 horsepower, because clearly someone at BMW thinks round numbers are revolutionary.

A Qualcomm Snapdragon-based “superbrain” runs the show, paired with upgraded cameras and radar that allegedly don’t panic when you try to drive like a human.

Its driver monitoring system doesn’t just scream at you — it tracks your eyes to determine if you’re paying attention and rewards you with… permission to steer.

The highway assistant system will even put on the turn signal for you — a historic first for any BMW since, well, ever.

If you change lanes without looking, the system resists; if you glance like a responsible adult, it lets you do your thing — baby steps, folks.

A second in-house chip dubbed “Heart of Joy” manages all-wheel drive and traction, supposedly making drifting feel like ballet rather than a desperate cry for help.

Its regenerative braking is now so smooth, BMW made a grown man close his eyes and smile while stopping — somewhere, a Prius just wept.

Inside, there’s a panoramic screen that stretches from pillar to pillar, because why not turn your dashboard into a spaceship cockpit?

BMW hopes this tech-laden iX3 can lure its loyal gas-guzzlers into the EV fold, though some buyers may still mourn the good old days of ignoring blinkers on purpose.

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