SemiDrive, Bosch to deepen cooperation on auto semiconductors Beijing SemiDrive Technology Co., Ltd. (SemiDrive) will deepen technical cooperation with Bosch on automotive semiconductors by comprehensively escalating strategic cooperation on core automotive semiconductor technology. The following three areas will be covered. IP integration and innovation: Bosch’s latest CAN IP and GTM (Generic Timer Module) modules will be applied to SemiDrive...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/14

Baidu AI Cloud introduces DeepSeek-based all-in-one machine solutions Baidu AI Cloud, a Baidu subsidiary, gained full access to DeepSeek. To further meet enterprises’ needs, the Baige, Qianfan, and Yijian all-in-one machine solutions based on DeepSeek were introduced. Baidu AI Cloud’s DeepSeek-based all-in-one machine solutions are deeply integrated with DeepSeek’s large models and equipped with in-house developed Chinese computing chips. P...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/25

BMW Brilliance, BMW China to recall over 680,000 vehicles in total On October 18, China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) announced that BMW Brilliance Automotive Limited (BMW Brilliance) and BMW China Automotive Trading Ltd. (BMW China) recently filed a plan to recall some vehicles from March 1, 2025. BMW Brilliance will recall: -          A total of 21,945 3-series models manufactured in China between April 22, 201...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/24

BMW China, BMW Brilliance to recall over 1.35 million vehicles in total On August 16, China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) announced that BMW Brilliance Automotive Limited (BMW Brilliance) and BMW China Automotive Trading Ltd. (BMW China) recently filed a plan to recall some vehicles from the same day. BMW Brilliance will recall: -          A total of 2,026 1-series models manufactured in China between September 18...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/20

First validation sample vehicle under FAW Hongqi E007 project rolls off production line On August 5, the FAW Hongqi R&D Center announced that the first validation sample vehicle of the E007, a blockbuster model of the FAW Hongqi 3-series, was successfully trial manufactured and rolled off the production line. Innovatively adopting a BMS-based simulated test mode for high-voltage systems, the debugging team investigated and tackled the electrical ...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/09

BMW Group to open three new or upgraded plants in China in 2022 On December 16, BMW Group held a pre-New Year’s media conference.At the online event, the BMW Group announced that in 2022, three new or upgraded plants will open in Shenyang, Liaoning Province and Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu Province. In addition, the automaker will soon be launching its second BMW battery electric vehicle (BEV), a fully electric 3 Series, from Shenyang.The BMW Group al...

News  Updated at: 2021/12/20

Hengst SE, Germany develops active crankcase ventilation system for BMW On March 12, Hengst SE announced that it has developed a high-efficiency oil separation and active blow-by conveyance called “Blue.tron” which will be premiering in the upcoming generation of 3.0L 6-cylinder diesel engine systems from BMW; passenger vehicle series production will start in March 2020 for the BMW 3-series, and will start in April, for the X5 and X6 models ...

News  Updated at: 2020/04/01

Kumho Tire chosen as OE supplier for Spartanburg-built BMW X3 SUV On March 22, Kumho Tire announced it was chosen to be the original equipment supplier for the new BMW X3. Kumho Tire delivers the Crugen HP91 ultra-high performance tire in a 245/50R19 105W fitment on BMW’s latest-generation X3 four-door hatchback sport activity vehicle (SAV). The Crugen HP91 highlights a newly developed compound and four wide circumferential grooves for enhance...

News  Updated at: 2020/03/31

Takata recalls 1.4 million air bag inflators Bankrupt air bag maker Takata is recalling about 1.4 million driver's side inflators in the U.S. because they could explode and hurl shrapnel. They also may not inflate properly to protect people in a crash.The recall covers certain BMW, Audi, Honda, Toyota and Mitsubishi vehicles made from 1995 to 2000.BMW already has issued recalls, and the other automakers will follow.Unlike previous recalls, the no...

News  Updated at: 2019/12/05

BMW Brilliance to build new Tiexi Plant and produce pure-electric 3-series model It was recently reported by various media sources that BMW Brilliance Automotive Limited (BMW Brilliance) will build a new Tiexi Plant which is expected to start mass production in 2022. The new plant will mainly produce the 3-series long-wheelbase version (code: G28), 3-series long-wheelbase pure-electric version (code: G28 BEV), X3 (code: G08) and iX3 (code: G08 B...

News  Updated at: 2019/09/20

BMW releases new generation 3-Series in China On June 22nd, BMW officially launched the new generation of 3-Series in China. The new 3-Series 325 model has a standard version and a long wheelbase version. There are 6 model variations priced from CNY 313,900 to 363,900.The standard version of the BMW 3-Series has a length, width, and height of 4,719mm x 1, 827mm x 1,459mm and a wheelbase of 2,851mm. The long wheelbase version has a length, width, ...

News  Updated at: 2019/06/25

2019 SIAIE starts in Shanghai On April 16, an opening ceremony was held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai for the 2019 Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (SIAIE). Press days are from April 16 to April 17 for domestic and overseas media only, professional audience days are from April 18 to April 19, and general public days are from April 20 to April 25.Over 1,000 companies from twenty countries an...

News  Updated at: 2019/04/30

Brilliance BMW will increase production capacity of iX3 and EV 3-series in China On November 29, major media reported that Brilliance BMW’s NEV facility technical renovation project with an investment of CNY 175,900 was approved by the Chinese government. The automaker will renovate an H52 assembly shop in the Dadong Plant in Shenyang. It plans to re-operate the H50 workshop to achieve an annual production capacity of 40,000 units of the iX3 el...

News  Updated at: 2018/12/03

BMW recalls 1.4 million vehicles for fire risk in U.S. BMW is recalling more than 1.4 million cars and SUVs in two U.S. recalls due to the risk of fires under the hood.The largest recall includes over 740,000 1-, 3- and 5-Series cars, the Z4 sports car, and X3 and X5 SUVs primarily from 2007 through 2011.Also included is the 2008-2011 128i.Documents from the U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Agency (NHTSA) show that a heater for the po...

News  Updated at: 2017/11/04

Genesis brand reveals Sports Sedan Concept in New York As a prelude to its forthcoming G70 sedan, the Genesis sub-brand of Hyundai unveiled its ‘New York Concept' at the auto show on March 23.The hybrid-powered concept has a powertrain that produces 245 ps and 353 Nm of torque from its 2.0 GDi engine coupled with an 8-speed automatic transmission.The anticipated third model from Genesis is expected to target the BMW 3-Series when it arrives.Th...

News  Updated at: 2016/03/26

BMW Japan unveils two PHV models BMW Japan Corp. has unveiled the plug-in hybrid versions of the BMW 2-series and 3-series in Tokyo. The 225xe Active Tourer is available with two trim levels, and the 330e offers four trim levels. BMW set strategic prices for these new models: the Active Tourer is priced less than JPY 5 million, while the 330e is available from JPY 5.54 million, much more affordable than its competitive models. BMW is expecting th...

News  Updated at: 2016/01/27

Harman's infotainment system featured on BMW Harman International announced that the BMW "ConnectedDrive" system featuring Harman's infotainment technology is featured on various BMW models. Already available in a range of 7-, 5- and 3-series vehicles, the premium infotainment innovations by Harman for BMW are now premiering in Europe in the BMW 3-series Gran Turismo, the 1-series, and the 6-series Convertible, Coupe and Grand Coupe. (From a pres...

News  Updated at: 2013/03/05

Autoliv supplies safety products for eight five-star vehicles in Euro NCAP tests Autoliv, Inc. announced that eight five-star vehicles, highlighted by Euro NCAP (New Car Assessment Program) crash tests of 2012, are equipped with passive and active safety products from Autoliv. The eight best vehicles in 2012 are Renault Clio, Volvo V40, Fiat 500L, Ford Kuga, Ford B-MAX, Hyundai Santa Fe, BMW 3-Series, and Ford Transit. Between them the vehicles f...

News  Updated at: 2013/01/30

Harman's infotainment system installed on BMW 3 series Harman International Industries, Inc. announced that the US launch of its infotainment system is being demonstrated at CES 2013 onboard the BMW 3-series vehicle. The latest infotainment systems by Harman for BMW are premiering this month in the US and will be available onboard a wide range of BMW models, including the 7, 5 and 3 series vehicles. (From a press release on January 8, 2013)...

News  Updated at: 2013/01/08

BMW to use Alcantara interior material in 1- and 3-series Alcantara of Italy announced that its interior materials have been chosen by BMW for the 1-series 3-door as well as the 3-series Touring. Use of Alcantara's charcoal gray material helps the automaker add sporty and luxurious feels to the cabin space, while ensuring high gripping and all-year ventilation performances of the seat system. Alkantara's interior materials offer soft and smooth ...

News  Updated at: 2012/09/10