BMW upgrades Munich plant for EV production from 2027 On April 2, BMW announced that its Munich plant has been upgraded with modern technology. The plant is now more efficient, flexible, and digital, and is ready to support EVs and the Neue Klasse. Even during redevelopment, the plant continued producing up to 1,000 vehicles per day. New facilities such as body shop, modern assembly areas, and logistics spaces have been built, along with upgrades...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

BMW to use real-world image data to improve driver assistance systems On March 31, BMW announced that it is testing driver assistance systems using simulations and test vehicles. Now, image data from real traffic situations in customer vehicles can help improve these systems even more. From April 1, 2026, BMW in Germany can collect image data from new vehicles that have the required sensors and software. This includes models such as BMW iX3 and i...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

BMW unveils all-electric i3 Neue Klasse, deliveries begin this autumn On March 18, BMW revealed the second Neue Klasse model i.e., the all-new i3 50 xDrive, a D-segment electric sedan  following the all-new iX3, a D-segment electric SUV. It has dual motors (front and rear), which generate output of 469 hp and 645 Nm of torque. BMW i3 based on the 3 Series will be built at BMW’s Munich plant. Production starts in August 2026, with deliveries b...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

BMW i3 sets new standard with 360° sustainability approach On March 16, BMW announced that it is using a full 360° sustainability approach for BMW i3, focusing on reducing emissions throughout the entire life cycle starting from design and production to use and recycling. BMW i3 50 xDrive can produce fewer carbon emissions than a similar gasoline or diesel car within just 1–2 years, depending on how it is used and charged. BMW follows the “...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

BMW ramp ups production of BMW iX3 at Debrecen plant, Hungary on strong demand On March 12, BMW announced that it is observing strong demand BMW iX3. One in three pre-orders for fully electric BMW cars in Europe is for the BMW iX3. Due to the high demand, the plant in Debrecen, Hungary, is already operating in two shifts. Oliver Zipse, the Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, further announced that the order books for the iX3 are full. ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/16

BMW annual conference 2026 Q&A: Strategy for next phase of electrification and industry transformation On March 12, the BMW AG held the Annual Conference 2026, followed by a Q&A session, and the Analyst and Investor Q&A. The Q&A session was presented by Mr. Oliver Zipse, present CEO,  Mr. Walter Mertl, CFO and other executives.  Q1. What are your expectations for the upcoming i3 and what is its significance for BMW? What concerns do you have ab...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/16

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 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 to produce near-series BMW i3 test vehicles in Munich, Germany On February 4, BMW announced that its Munich plant launched production of the first near-series test vehicles for the new BMW i3. This marks the beginning of the final preparation phase for the start of series production in the second half of 2026. The plant logistics and production processes are working in real conditions. This includes the modern press shop, the new body shop, t...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/04

BMW prepares Munich plant, Germany for all-new i3 model from 2026 On December 18, BMW announced that its Munich plant, Germany is now prepared to produce the next generation of vehicles. New equipment has been installed in the body shop and assembly line, and all systems have passed initial functional tests. During these tests, all production steps are run without real parts, creating a “virtual” vehicle. This ensures every system works smoot...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/18

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

BMW Group reports 32.4% YoY increase in fully EV segment in Q1, 2025 On April 10, BMW Group announced that it delivered 109,516 fully-electric vehicles worldwide in Q1, 2025, marking a 32.4% increase YoY. EV sales were especially strong in Europe, growing by 64.2%. BMW brand sold 520,142 units globally in Q1, 2025, a decrease of 2% YoY, growing in all regions outside China and outperforming the total market in the Europe region. Deliveries of ful...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/11

c Trucks FL, FM, and FMX series, Mercedes-Benz's next-generation E Drive for EQC and EQA platforms, and the hybrid electric axle for Stellantis Jeep Cherokee and Wagoneer, as well as DAF Paccar trucks. NRB Bearings will be supplying parts globally for steering and braking systems, including for the BMW Hybrid and Electric i3, Stellantis, Hyundai, Kia Motors, Volvo trucks, and Paccar Group. It will further supply parts for Daimler Trucks, Foton Tr...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/23

(US$9.4k), with a special emphasis on its “NEV value retention rate,” indicating a highly competitive market. The premium segment was not spared from the price reductions, with Cadillac’s CT5 officially announcing a price cut of CNY70,000 (US$9.7k). German luxury brands like Mercedes-Benz and BMW also joined the trend, with BMW’s iX1 seeing the highest reduction of nearly CNY150,000 (US$20.7k). The entry price for BMW’s i3 and iX3 was s...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/19

GlobalData blog: What makes BMW successful in the transition from combustion to battery in China? At the beginning of the development of the NEV (New Energy Vehicle) market, most car makers built their NEVs on combustion engine vehicle underpinnings, modifying traditional platforms to enable them to support BEV and PHEV powertrains. However, during the research and development period, a lot of problems were encountered, and products were often su...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/31

MIIT releases 69th list of “Catalog of New Energy Models Exempt from Vehicle Purchase Tax” On September 14, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China (MIIT) released the “Catalog of New Energy Models Exempt from Vehicle Purchase Tax (69th list)”. The selected battery electric models consist of 83 passenger vehicles (including BMW Brilliance’s new BMW i3, Geely’s Jiyue 01, SAIC-GM-Wuling’s Xingguang, and Hozon Auto...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/18

BMW India, opens bookings for X3 M40i xDrive SUV variant On April 19, BMW India opened the bookings for the first-ever BMW X3 M40i xDrive It comes with an M40i 3-liter engine. The vehicles were built on the success of M-powered BMW M340i sedan and the growing popularity of exclusive M Editions in India. Its features include adaptive M suspension, M sport differential, M sport brakes, and the xDrive all-wheel drive. The car is scheduled to be laun...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/19

sc solution with new anti-corrosion treatment. It is more silent and has greater durability. According to Brembo’s official distributor Emerald Auto Parts Sdn. Bhd. (Emerald), the kit will be available in the Malaysian market from May 2023. It is compatible with EVs such as the Volkswagen E-Golf, BMW i3, Nissan Leaf, Hyundai Ioniq, and the range of Tesla Model 3, S, X, and Y. At the event, Brembo's new X-Style aluminium Caliper range, developed...

News  Updated at: 2023/03/17

BMW i3 eDrive40L BEV rolls off production line at Shenyang Lydia Plant On February 20, the BMW i3 eDrive40L battery electric vehicle (BEV) rolled off the production line at the Lydia Plant (BMW iFACTORY) in Shenyang, Liaoning. As a high-end model of the BMW i3, the new vehicle boasts stronger performance and a longer range, with a maximum power of 250kW, a peak torque of 430Nm, a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time of as little as 5.6 seconds, and a r...

News  Updated at: 2023/02/22

BMW starts first cell coating line in Leipzig plant On February 1, the BMW Group announced that the Leipzig plant’s first cell coating line has gone into series operation.By 2024 the two existing module assembly lines will be complemented by a third, as well as four more cell coating lines and two more high-voltage battery assembly lines. The four coating lines will enter series operation in 2023 at roughly two-month intervals.The BMW Group is...

News  Updated at: 2023/02/01