Green NCAP conducts real-world testing of BYD Sealion 7, CUPRA Born, BMW 5 Series and X2 On December 16, Green NCAP tested the electric BYD Sealion 7 and CUPRA Born, along with gasoline powered BMW 5 Series and X2. The tests show that cold weather affects both electric and conventional vehicles, though in different ways. In overall sustainability results, BYD Sealion 7 achieved 4-star rating with a score of 73%, while the CUPRA Born performed eve...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/17

GlobalData blog: What is the current state of the BEV market in Europe? A year has passed since I wrote my blog on the Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) slowdown in the EU. The situation at that time could be wrapped up by the old caption: “Instead of a boom, we are witnessing a series of closures, cancelations, anxiety, and a whole lot of uncertainty!”. However, since then, circumstances have improved in many respects, and most OEMs have respon...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/05

U.S. auto sales down 6.7% in November as EV demand weakens Note: Some figures were updated on December 9. The number of new vehicles sold in the U.S. in November 2025 (preliminary figures including estimates for GM/Stellantis/Tesla, etc.), aggregated by MarkLines as of December 3, was 1,274,624 units, down 6.7% y/y. There were 25 selling days, one fewer than a year earlier. Light vehicle seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) for November was 15....

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03

Euro NCAP tests 23 new models ahead of 2026 standards On November 19, Euro NCAP tested 23 new car models ahead of its updated 2026 testing standards. These include everything from electric SUVs to luxury coupés and family cars. Out of the 23 vehicles, 18 of the models earned a 5-star rating. Although many cars now achieve 5 stars, the real difference comes from the percentage scores in each of Euro NCAP’s four safety categories. These measures...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

Japan Mobility Show 2025 opens its doors The Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) has kicked off the Japan Mobility Show 2025 at Tokyo Big Sight, running from October 29 to November 9. Press days take place on October 29 and 30, with the show opening to the public on October 31. The event is being held under the theme “A unique opportunity to explore mobility’s future”. This year’s show has attracted a record 517 companies an...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/30

BMW Group India sold 11,978 units in January–September 2025 On October 10, 2025, BMW Group India reported sales of 11,978 units for the January–September 2025 period, reflecting a 13% yoy increase. In the third quarter ending September, sales reached 4,204 units, up 21% from the previous year, driven by adjustments in GST pricing and increased festive demand. Electric vehicle sales saw growth, with 2,509 electric BMWs and MINIs delivered (+24...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/13

GlobalData blog: IAA Mobility 2025: Will Chinese OEMs revive Europe’s contract manufacturers? As traditional OEMs reduce their reliance on outsourcing, Chinese automakers are stepping in. The IAA Mobility Show in Munich highlighted a clear shift in the European auto industry; contract manufacturing, used primarily for overflow from European OEMs, is now being redefined as Chinese brands seek to establish a local foothold. Legacy OEMs step back,...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/26

BMW iX3 makes North American debut in New York On September 21, BMW presented the all-new BMW iX3, the first of BMW’s Neue Klasse, or “New Class” of vehicles, at its North American premiere in New York City, following its world premiere at IAA Mobility 2025, and announced that it will be launching the new BMW iX5 Hydrogen in 2028. As the first model of the Neue Klasse that previews the future of BMW design and technology, the new BMW iX3 ar...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

BMW iX5 Hydrogen to enter series production with Toyota’s fuel cell system On September 22, BMW announced that it is launching the all-new X5 with five drivetrain choices i.e. battery electric, plug-in hybrid, gasoline, diesel, and hydrogen fuel cell. This makes it the first BMW model to offer such a wide range. BMW’s flexible production and engineering systems allow these different technologies to be developed and built efficiently. From 202...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/22

Green NCAP conducts Life Cycle Assessment of BMW, MINI, Citroën, Fiat, Hyundai, KIA, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Volvo and VW models On September 18, Green NCAP tested 12 popular cars under its new whole-life assessment rating, showing the wide differences in environmental impact. The new system looks at real-world use, including car weight, efficiency in warm and cold weather, and hidden emissions from tyres and brakes. Most importantly, it ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

Appning by FORVIA partners with GROUPE M6 to launch M6+ streaming platform in BMW and MINI vehicles Appning by FORVIA has partnered with GROUPE M6 to bring M6+, France’s leading free streaming platform, into vehicles for the first time worldwide. This collaboration enables GROUPE M6 to scale its application across 37 car brands and 16 OEM partners, potentially reaching over 20 million drivers. Drivers and passengers of several BMW models (X1, X...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/16

Euro NCAP tests 16 new models, Togg and Firefly achieve five-star ratings On September 9, Euro NCAP announced that its experts had tested 16 new models, assessing aspects such as passive safety and the performance of the latest driver assistance systems. The two models from Togg, the electric family saloon T10F and the electric SUV T10X, achieved five-star ratings. The T10F scored 95% for Adult Occupant protection and the T10X scored 94%. Both mo...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

IAA Mobility 2025: BMW presents world premiere of all-new iX3 On September 5, the BMW Group unveiled the all-new iX3, a D-segment electric SUV and the first mass-produced model based on the Neue Klasse platform, at the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, heralding the beginning of a new era for the BMW brand. The all-new iX3 measures 4,782 mm in length, 1,895 mm in width, 1,635 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,897 mm. The first to roll off the pro...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/06

Porsche, MINI lead in 2025 J.D. Power U.S. APEAL Study On July 24, J.D. Power released its 2025 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study, which was based on responses from 92,964 owners of new 2025 model-year vehicles who were surveyed after 90 days of ownership. Overall satisfaction was 851 (on a 1,000-point scale), an increase of 4 points from a year ago and the highest level since the study was last redesigned in 2020. T...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/26

BMW India, launches second-gen 2 Series Gran Coupé On July 17, BMW India launched the second-generation 2 Series Gran Coupé in two variants: the 218 M Sport priced at INR 4.69 million and the 218 M Sport Pro priced at INR 4.89 million. The model is locally produced at BMW Group’s Plant in Chennai and will be available exclusively with a gasoline powertrain. The new BMW 218i, in both variants, features a completely reengineered drivetrain, pow...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/18

BMW Group India sold 7,774 passenger vehicles in H1 2025 On July 3, BMW Group India reported that it sold 7,774 BMW and MINI vehicles, along with 2,569 motorcycles under BMW Motorrad during the January–June 2025 period. BMW accounted for 7,477 units and MINI for 297 units. The electric vehicle (EV) sales stood at 1,322 units, marking a 234% yoy increase over the same period last year. EVs now account for 18% of BMW Group India’s total passeng...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

BMW to unveil concepts and performance models at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2025, UK On June 25, BMW UK announced that it will showcase several models at the Goodwood Estate, including the UK debuts of the BMW Vision Driving Experience, BMW Vision Neue Klasse X, BMW Concept Speedtop, and the new BMW M2 CS. The BMW Vision Driving Experience will be on display in the Future Lab. Though not for production, this concept is a test vehicle designed to ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

THACO AUTO launches locally assembled all-new BMW X3 and all-new 5 Series in Vietnam Announced on June 20, 2025, THACO AUTO hosted the launch of the all-new BMW X3 and all-new BMW 5 Series from June 6–8 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. These models represent the first BMW vehicles to be locally assembled by THACO AUTO, combining the brand’s iconic performance and design DNA with advanced technologies for an enhanced driving experience. The fourt...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

BMW introduces major updates across models for summer 2025 On May 28, BMW announced that it is rolling out updates across its lineup, including improvements in electric drive technology, digital features, and standard equipment starting summer 2025. BMW X1, X2, and 2 Series Active Tourer will get new exterior and interior options. The BMW 1 Series and 2 Series Gran Coupé will come standard with heated front seats and an alarm system. BMW i4 will...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28

BMW launches all-new BMW 5 Series with Joynext’s V2X Technology in China On April 14, JOYNEXT, a leading AutoTech company, announced that, starting from January 2025, BMW has released its all-new BMW 5 Series equipped with JOYNEXT's Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) technology in China, marking the first BMW model to feature integrated V2X capabilities. The all-new BMW 5 Series with V2X technology will help users travel more efficiently. V2X is a k...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/15