BMW unveils updated XM PHEV model range with powerful V8 engine On June 12, BMW unveiled the updated XM range i.e., the two plug-in hybrid models. The high-performance BMW XM Label is now the only version with a V8 hybrid engine, while the BMW XM 50e, powered by a six-cylinder hybrid setup, continues unchanged. The XM Label uses a V8 engine of 585 hp paired with an electric motor of 197 hp, together it generate a total output of 748 hp and 1,000 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/12

Soroush Diesel, Iran presents Renault Samsung products at Tehran International Automotive Exhibition On January 29, multiple sources reported that Soroush Diesel presented XM3 and QM6 vehicles from Renault Samsung at the Tehran International Automotive Exhibition 2025. These models are manufactured in South Korea. It will be sold under the Samsung brand.  XM3 is a crossover coupe. It has a 1.6-liter naturally aspirated engine. QM6 SUV has a 2-li...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/05

the leading causes of electric vehicle fires. It also provides longer-lasting, safer batteries that meet the rigorous demands of high-mileage EVs. Additionally, the company will also present the Hummingbird mobile charging station, which is developed with Nordic Booster and powered by the IMMERSIO XM25, at the event. (Based on XING Mobility press release)...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/11

IAA Transportation 2024: XING Mobility, Taiwan unveils immersion cooling battery system On September 13, XING Mobility announced that it would showcase its latest IMMERSIO XM28 and CTP batteries at IAA Transportation 2024. IMMERSIO XM28 focuses on the electrification of medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. It offers a two-times improvement in range.  IMMERSIO XM28 boasts twice the energy density of LFP batteries, thanks to advanced ternary...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/16

more effectively supply the U.S. Department of Defense with an expanded product portfolio and domestic manufacturing capabilities. Rheinmetall is targeting major U.S. Army vehicle programs with a total potential of over USD 60 billion. Rheinmetall is one of two remaining participants in the current XM30 program, with a volume estimated to be USD 45 billion for around 4,000 infantry fighting vehicles. Rheinmetall is also participating in the CTT (...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/15

esting proceed over the next 12 to 24 months, their responsibilities are expected to expand to include performing sheet metal work and warehouse operations. The Spartanburg plant currently employs approximately 11,000 people on an 8-million-square-foot campus, assembling the X3, X4, X5, X6, X7, and XM Sports Activity Vehicles. (multiple sources on July 29, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/31

Yokohama Rubber supplies ADVAN Sport V107 tires for BMW X7 SAV and BMW XM Plug-in-Hybrid SAV The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. (Yokohama Rubber) has supplied its ADVAN Sport V107 tires as an original equipment (OE) for the BMW X7 Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) and the BMW XM Plug-in-Hybrid SAV. The tire sizes fitted are HL275/35R23 108Y (front) and HL315/30R23 111Y (rear) for the BMW X7 and BMW XM, as well as 275/45R21 110Y (front) and 315/40R21 115Y ...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/26

Renault launches new brand in South Korea On April 3, Renault Korea announced a rebranding initiative in the Korean market, with a significant aspect being the change from Renault Korea Motors to Renault Korea, along with the adoption of the diamond-shaped emblem, the new "Losange". Existing models will also see changes as part of the rebranding. The XM3 compact SUV will be reintroduced as the 'new Renault Arkana,' aligning the model and emblem w...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/05

ZKW, Austria supplies headlamps and rear lamps for the BMW XM On March 26, ZKW Group GmbH (ZKW) announced that it has developed high-resolution LED headlamps and all-round, narrow full LED lamps for BMW XM. The headlamps of the BMW XM are produced in various international ZKW plants. The lamps were developed by ZKW in Wieselburg. Due to the low height of the headlamp, a special light guide concept had to be developed. It had to be as narrow as po...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/27

ada. BMW’s current electric vehicle lineup includes the BMW i4 Gran Coupe, BMW i5 Sedan, BMW i7 Sedan, and BMW iX Sports Activity Vehicle.   The company also offers five PHEV models including the BMW 330e Sedan, BMW 550e Sedan, BMW 750e Sedan, BMW X5 xDrive50e Sports Activity Vehicle and the BMW XM. (BMW press release on March 13, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/14

BMW Group updates about upcoming models in 2024 On January 31, BMW announced that it would be adding additional drive system variants to the BMW i5 Sedan, BMW iX2, BMW X2, and BMW XM. The new variants will be available from March 2024. The new BMW i5 xDrive40 Sedan, the fully electric variant will be added to BMW 5 Series Sedan line-up. The new BMW i5 xDrive40 Sedan comes with two integrated electric drive units at the front and rear axle, delive...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/31

crease of 3.8% compared to 2022. During 2022 BMW sold 3,966 EV units, 11% more than in 2022, in addition to having delivered more than 25,000 charging stations during the year. Regarding EVs, BMW offers 8 models and 13 versions of the BMW, Mini and BMW Motorrad brands. The BMW 7 Series, BMW X7, BMW XM and BMW 8 Series models increased 87% of their sales in 2023 by being chosen by 437 customers in Mexico. Mexico has established itself as one of th...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/31

CES 2024: Acconeer, Sweden to present XM126 radar module On December 6, Acconeer announced that it would discuss projects and show a range of applications where millimeter precision makes a huge difference at CES 2024. It will present the XM126, the world’s most power-efficient connected radar module, and new demos for contactless predictive maintenance and industrial proximity. XM126 features the latest sensor A121. Beyond having extraordinari...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/08

In addition to cars and motorcycles, Aircraft and Boats were also showcased, enabling the event to present all 3 different modes of transport, namely land, water, and air.  Among the highlight models were Hyundai IONIQ Seven Concept, Hyundai N Vision 74, Hyundai Elantra N, Toyota Hilux Champ, BMW XM LABEL RED, Yangwang U8 PHEV, Lexus RX 500 h F Sport, Maserati Grecale, Mercedes-Benz GLC 220 D 4MATIC Avantgarde, MINI Clubman Cooper S Final Editi...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/29

its, both up by 10% yoy. It mentioned that among all models, BEVs registered the highest growth and five times more electric vehicles were delivered during January–September 2023 than in the same period in 2022.It mentioned that the BMW Luxury Class, sales for BMW 7 Series, BMW i7, BMW X7 and BMW XM, saw a growth of 102% yoy. While the locally produced MINI Countryman dominated with a share of 63% and the iconic MINI Hatch 17%. In the BMW Motor...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/16

ision, projecting information across the windscreen starting in 2025. BMW is expanding its electric mobility with the launch of the BMW iX2, targeting new customer groups. They have electric representatives in various model segments, including the BMW iX1, i4, i5, iX, and i7. BMW i7 M70 xDrive, BMW XM Label Red with M HYBRID drive, and BMW X7 will be displayed at the event. Additionally, BMW is advancing hydrogen fuel-cell technology with the BMW...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/09

2023 Chengdu Motor Show: BMW Group to launch 5 NEV models On August 16, BMW Group announced that at the 2023 Chengdu Motor Show, it will launch 5 NEV (New Energy Vehicle) models: the iX1 all-electric SUV, the i7 M70L all-electric full-size sedan, the all-new M760Le plug-in hybrid vehicle, the XM Label Red limited edition, and the XM 50e.From BMW Group’s WeChat account press release and multiple media sources...

News  Updated at: 2023/08/18

es (SAV) contributed over 50% to sales volumes while the BMW X1 contributed over 20% to sales. The newly launched BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine was the best-selling sedan with a share of nearly 20% in sales. It mentioned that the sales of the BMW luxury class, which includes the 7 Series, i7, X7, and XM, have more than doubled (+128%), and these cars currently have a waiting period of 4 months. The locally produced MINI Countryman dominated with a ...

News  Updated at: 2023/07/17

oduction by up to 60% through the partial use of secondary lithium, cobalt, and nickel material.   • Plant Spartanburg will be building at least six fully electric BMWs by 2030, and currently produces three plug-in hybrid electric vehicles – the BMW X3 xDrive30e, BMW X5 xDrive50e, and the BMW XM. (BMW press release on June 27, 2023)...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/28

Tata Motors, India launches the Altroz iCNG hatchback for INR 755 thousand On May 22, Tata Motors launched the Altroz iCNG hatchback equipped with the first twin-cylinder CNG technology at an introductory starting price of INR 755 thousand and going to 1,054 thousand (all-India, ex-showroom).  The Altroz iCNG is offered across six variants, XE, XM+, XM+(S), XZ, XZ+(S), and XZ+O(S). It comes with a 1.2L Revotron Engine that delivers the power of ...

News  Updated at: 2023/05/23