All-new BMW X5 enters final testing phase ahead of launch at Spartanburg plant, US On June 15, BMW announced that the all-new X5 is in the final stage of testing before launch. The fifth-generation Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) is being fine-tuned near its production site at the Spartanburg plant, South Carolina, US. The new BMW X5 will be the first BMW production model to be introduced onto the market with a choice of five different drive system...

News  Updated at: 2026/06/17

Green NCAP reveals sustainability scores for VW Passat, MINI Cooper E, Jeep Avenger EV and BMW 5 Series across Europe On May 28, Green NCAP tested popular cars across a few countries in Europe. These are part of nearly 200 models rated with a simple sustainability score. The ratings are based on a full life cycle analysis (LCA), covering everything from raw materials and production to use and disposal. It also measures emissions and energy use, g...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/29

BMW Group starts “Energy Master” pre-series production at Landshut plant On May 21, BMW Group announced the start of pre-series production of “Energy Master”, a key control unit for its hydrogen drivetrain at its Landshut plant in Germany, marking a new step in its hydrogen mobility strategy. The component will be used in the upcoming BMW iX5 Hydrogen and serves as the central control unit of the high-voltage system, managing energy and d...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/22

BMW unveils Vision BMW ALPINA concept at Villa d’Este 2026, Italy On May 15, BMW revealed the Vision BMW ALPINA at the 2026 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, Italy. It’s a concept car powered by V8 engine, tuned to deliver the classic Alpina sound. Exterior, it is 5.2 meters long, and the sloping coupé roof suggests both speed and enough space for four adults to travel comfortably. The front has a bold but clean look, and the signature ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/18

e growing presence of Chinese manufacturers in Europe, and the competitiveness of European OEMs to AI implementation, regulation, the evolving role of Tier 1 suppliers, and the trends worth watching in the years ahead. This article is the first of a two-part interview. It covers Questions 1 through 5 of our Q&A with CAR. For the second part, please see here. Q1. European OEMs are pursuing an "In China, for China" strategy. It has been pointed ou...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/28

Auto China 2026: BMW announces world premieres of iX3 Long Wheelbase, i3 Long Wheelbase, and new BMW 7 Series On April 24, BMW Group announced that its exhibition stand at Auto China 2026 is dedicated entirely to the Neue Klasse. BMW also announced world premieres of the new BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase, the new BMW i3 Long Wheelbase, and the new BMW 7 Series featuring Neue Klasse technologies. The exhibition stand showcases a total of 42 vehicles, inc...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

BMW announces world premiere of new 7 Series Sedan On April 22, BMW announced the world premiere of the new BMW 7 Series Sedan, described as the most extensive model update in the history of the nameplate. The new 7 Series measures 5,395 mm long, 1,950 mm wide, and 1,550 mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,215 mm. The powertrain portfolio includes 48V mild-hybrid combustion engines, plug-in hybrids and fully electric variants equipped with sixth-gener...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/23

BMW focuses on low-carbon production and sustainability for new BMW i7 On April 15, BMW announced that Gen6 battery cells for the BMW i7’s battery are manufactured using energy from renewable sources. The same applies to anode and cathode materials, with cell production partly using recycled lithium, cobalt, and nickel. This reduces the overall supply chain CO2 footprint of the Gen6 battery cell in the new BMW i7 60 xDrive by 33 % compared to t...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/15

BMW Brilliance, BMW China to recall nearly 180,000 vehicles in total On March 24, 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 recall plans as follows. BMW Brilliance: -          Recall number S2026M0032V: 133,849 5-series models manufactured in China between December 5, 2023 and April 12, 2025...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

BMW Steyr plant, Austria to add second electric motor production line in 2026 On March 6, BMW Austria announced that a second production line for electric motors will start series production at the Steyr plant to increase output in 2026. This will support the production ramp-up of BMW’s Neue Klasse vehicles. The future pipeline is strong i.e., new models such as BMW i3 and BMW X5, which is offered with five powertrain options (gasoline, diesel,...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

BMW begins winter testing of Neue Klasse electric i3 in Arjeplog, Sweden On March 5, BMW initiated the prototype winter testing of the latest generation of 3 Series i.e. the first Neue Klasse sedan, the fully electric BMW i3 at BMW’s test centre in Arjeplog, Sweden. Engineers are completing final driving tests on snowy roads and frozen lakes. On slippery roads, the system provides stable and agile driving. The two electric motors respond instan...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport becomes first BMW BEV assembled in Thailand Announced on January 26, 2026, BMW Group Manufacturing Thailand has begun local production of its first-ever BEV model at the Rayong plant with the BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport. The model completes the locally assembled BMW 5 Series range, giving customers a full choice of ICE, PHEV, and BEV powertrains. Power comes from a rear-wheel-drive electric motor producing 340 hp and 400 Nm of...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/29

BMW announces model updates for Spring 2026 On January 28, BMW announced model updates for spring 2026. BMW iX1 and BMW iX2 electric models will receive new silicon-carbide (SiC) inverters, which improve efficiency, reduce energy use, and increase driving range by over 40 km. The update applies to BMW iX1 eDrive20, BMW iX1 xDrive30, BMW iX2 eDrive20, and BMW iX2 xDrive30. From spring 2026, BMW 1 Series and BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé will feature tw...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/28

GlobalData blog: BMW’s price restructuring: strategic self-rescue amid transition pains As of November 2025, BMW Group's sales in China fell by 10.4% year-on-year. In the past, the “Blue Sky and White Clouds” emblem of the BMW X5 symbolized undisputed prestige. Today, a gap of up to CNY150,000 ($21,500) between its actual transaction price and the official manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) has become a stark reminder of the bra...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/28

BMW Group Malaysia delivers 10,800 units in 2025 across BMW, MINI, BMW Motorrad Reported on January 16, 2026, BMW Group Malaysia delivered over 10,800 vehicles across the BMW, MINI, and BMW Motorrad brands in 2025, about 20% fewer than in 2024, while retaining its position as Malaysia’s leading premium automaker for the sixth consecutive year. Fully electric deliveries exceeded 2,700 units across 3 brands, accounting for around 25% of total sal...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/22

BMW ensures U.S. BEV production launch after AESC battery disruption On January 21, multiple sources reported that BMW has secured the planned U.S. production launch of its battery-electric vehicles in late 2026 after resolving concerns over battery cell supply disruptions following a construction halt at an AESC plant in South Carolina. BMW’s purchasing chief Nicolai Martin told German media that the company has implemented a stopgap solution...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/22

BMW Philippines records 17% sales growth in 2025; X1 PHEV set for February launch Reported on January 17, 2026, SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. revealed that BMW Philippines delivered a strong 2025, posting 17% growth to 950 units sold despite a 12% contraction in the Philippine luxury car market. Sales accelerated in the final four months, exceeding 100 units per month, driven largely by PHEV models such as the BMW X3 30e and X5 xDrive50e, along...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/20

Vienna Motor Symposium to feature new engine and drivetrain development from global OEMs On January 5, the schedule of the 47th International Vienna Motor Symposium was announced. It will happen from April 22 to 24, 2026. It will feature around 100 presentations and participants from over 20 countries, including Brazil, China, Germany, France, India, Italy, Japan, Canada, Korea, Sweden, and Turkey. Participants will present efficient hybrids, new...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/06

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