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...

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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

BMW Group India sales grew by 7% in Q1 2025 On April 3, 2025, BMW Group India announced that it delivered 3,914 cars (BMW and MINI) and 1,373 motorcycles (BMW Motorrad) between January and March 2025 (Q1), reflecting a 7% YoY growth. BMW sold 3,764 units, while MINI accounted for 150 units. Monthly sales in January, February, and March reached their highest-ever levels. In the electric vehicle (EV) segment, BMW delivered 646 BMW and MINI EVs in Q...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/04

BMW implements sustainable painting process at Araquari plant in Brazil On March 25, BMW Brazil announced the adoption of a new sustainable technology at its Araquari plant in Santa Catarina. The facility has replaced natural gas with a heat pump system to heat water used in one of the car body painting processes. This change uses electricity instead of fossil fuels, cutting CO2 emissions from the production process by 10%. According to plant dir...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/27

BMW Munich plant preparing for Neue Klasse production in summer 2026 On February 27, BMW Group announced that its Munich plant is preparing to launch production of the Neue Klasse in summer 2026. The facility is undergoing major upgrades, including the construction of three new halls for body shop, assembly, and logistics. By 2027, it will produce only fully electric vehicles, increasing efficiency and reducing manufacturing costs through automat...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/28

GlobalData blog: Shifting gears: VinFast’s leadership changes and strategic direction Founded in 2017 as a subsidiary of the Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup, VinFast set ambitious goals to establish itself as a global automotive brand. The company made its international debut at the 2018 Paris Motor Show, unveiling the LUX A2.0 and SA2.0 – both rebadged versions of the BMW 5 Series and X5 – rather than launching them domestically in Vietna...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/20

Hesai, China partners with Outsight, France and Embotech, Switzerland to supply lidar technology for BMW’s automated driving in-plant system On January 28, Hesai Technology partnered with Outsight and Embotech AG to deliver advanced lidar technology and perception software for Embotech’s AVM technology, used in BMW facilities as Automated Driving In-Plant (AFW). Embotech provides the system for BMW’s new Automated Driving In-Plant operatio...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/29

Singapore Motorshow 2025 features over 160 vehicles from 31 auto brands On January 9, 2025, the Singapore Motorshow 2025 officially opened its doors to the public.  Running until January 12, this year’s event features over 160 vehicles from 31 leading automotive brands, including a record-breaking showcase of electric and hybrid models, which make up over 70% of the lineup.  Among the highlight models at the show were Audi Q6 e-tron, the all-...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/15