BMW begins testing next-gen solid-state batteries in i7 prototype in Munich On May 20, BMW announced that it is testing Solid Power’s large-format all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) in a BMW i7 around Munich. ASSBs offer higher energy density in a more compact package, which could lead to longer range without added weight. Since 2022, BMW and Solid Power have been working closely together to develop ASSB technology through a tech transfer agreem...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/20

s registered. According to Proton, current bookings have exceeded 4,000 units. Local deliveries to customers have started as cars started arriving in the new year. Meanwhile, the BYD Sealion 7 came in second with 151 units, followed by the BYD M6 with 136 units and the BYD Atto 3 with 104 units.The BMW i5 ranked 5th with 103 units, followed by the BYD Seal (95 units), the Xpeng G6 (81 units), the Zeekr 009 (81 units), the GWM Ora with 43 units of...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/17

Bharat Mobility 2025: BMW Group India to launch multiple models On January 8, BMW Group India announced that it will present a host of new launches from BMW, MINI, and BMW Motorrad. BMW will launch the all-new BMW X3 in India. BMW will also showcase the all-electric i7, X7, 5 Series Long Wheelbase, BMW M5, BMW M,4 and BMW M2. MINI India will launch a special MINI Cooper S John Cooper Works Pack. BMW Motorrad will launch the new BMW R 1300 GS Adve...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/09

BMW Group India sold 15,721 cars and 8,301 bikes in CY 2024 On January 7, BMW Group India announced that from January-December 2024, it sold 15,721 cars and 8,301 motorcycles, reflecting 11% growth. BMW delivered 15,012 cars, and MINI accounted for 709 units. BMW’s Q4 saw 4,958 units sold, marking the highest quarter, while December recorded 2,244 sales, a 17% increase. Its luxury class sales rose by 8% to 2,507 units, led by the BMW X7 with 1,...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/08

CES 2025: Innoviz, Israel to present latest LiDAR technology On December 18, Innoviz Technologies Ltd. announced that it will present live demonstrations of its latest LiDAR technology including both short and long-range LiDARs, and showcase the BMW i7 and the Volkswagen ID. Buzz, equipped with Innoviz LiDARs, at CES 2025.  It provided InnovizOne LiDAR for the BMW i7, which has L3 autonomous driving capabilities, and InnovizTwo LiDARs for the VW...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/18

BMW Group India, sales increased by 10% in first nine months CY 2024 On October 10, BMW Group India announced a 10% year-to-date (YTD) growth in car sales from January to September 2024, delivering 10,556 cars (BMW and MINI) and 5,638 motorcycles (BMW Motorrad). BMW sold 10,056 units, while MINI delivered 500 units. The newly launched BMW 5 Series recorded over 300 sales with an order backlog of more than 600 units. The fully electric BMW and MIN...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/07

BMW Philippines launches first-ever iX1 and iX2 EVs Reported on August 16, 2024, SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp., the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines launched the first-ever BMW iX1 premium compact Sport Activity Vehicle (SAV) and BMW iX2 premium compact Sport Activity Coupe (SAC).  The iX1 eDrive20 xLine’s single motor churns out 204 hp and 247 Nm of torque, while claiming a century sprint time of 8.6 seconds and a...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/19

BMW Group India, car sales increased by 21% in first half of the year On July 2, BMW Group India announced that it delivered 7,098 cars (BMW and MINI) and 3,614 motorcycles (BMW Motorrad) in the first half of 2024 (January – June), displaying a 21% increase in car sales (BMW + MINI) in the first half. BMW sold 6,734 units and MINI 364 units. In BMW Group India electric vehicles, over 397 units of fully electric BMW and MINI cars were sold in t...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/03

The second and third best-selling positions were Chery Omoda E5 and Wuling Binguo EV, recording sales of 410 units and 392 units, respectively.  Furthermore, other BEV models in the top-10 list were MG 4 EV (209 units), Hyundai Ioniq 5 (51 units), and MG ZS EV (50 units), Wuling Air EV (46 units), BMW i7 (17 units), BMW iX1 (11 units), and Kia EV9 with 10 units. So far, electric cars circulating in Indonesia are still dominated by manufacturers ...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/12

BMW collaborates with Pirelli to launch advanced winter tires for 7 Series On June 4, BMW Group collaborated with Pirelli to launch 20-inch P Zero Winter 2 tires for the BMW 7 Series, emphasizing range capabilities with "A class" European labeling for rolling resistance. The collaboration sets a new benchmark for EV tires, enhancing range, comfort, and performance in winter conditions. All BMW tires are developed to meet stringent quality and tec...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/04

BMW Group leads Thailand's premium car market in Q1/2024 Announced on April 18, 2024, BMW Group continued to lead Thailand’s premium automotive market in the first quarter of 2024 amid challenges, such as market fluctuation and changing consumer behavior. Despite a drop in the total registration number of vehicles in the overall Thai automotive premium segment, BMW Group recorded a total of 3,561 BMW registered and 407 MINIs registered in Q1/20...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/23

BMW Group reports 27.9% YoY increase in fully EV segment in Q1, 2024 On April 10, BMW Group announced that it has delivered 82,700 fully-electric vehicles worldwide in Q1, 2024, marking a 27.9% increase YoY. Sales growth was balanced across major regions drove the increase. BMW brand sold 531,039 units globally in Q1, 2024, an increase of 2.5% YoY, with notable growth in BEVs. Deliveries of fully-electric BMW vehicles reaching 78,691 units, surge...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/10

logies and Munro & Associates (Tesla Cybertruck) – Sandy Munro will also share “Insights on the Tesla Cybertruck”. Special Events:•    WCX EV Ride & Drive featuring acceleration and agility demonstrations will feature the Polestar 2, Tesla Model Y, Lucid Air, Rivian R1T/SUV/R1S, Kia EV 9, BMW I7, Mercedes Benz EQS, and more.•    General Motors HYDROTEC Fuel Cell Event demonstrating HYDROTEC power cubes, other fuel cell projects in d...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/06

BMW announces electrification transition for upcoming years On March 21, BMW announced that in 2025, it will launch the NEUE KLASSE, marking a shift to all-electric vehicles. The model embodies a new era for BMW, featuring redesigned iDrive and sustainability enhancements. At least six NEUE KLASSE models will debut in the first 24 months. Production of NEUE KLASSE vehicles will begin in Debrecen in 2025, followed by Munich in 2026, with a focus o...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/22

BMW of North America launches BMW Charging, powered by Shell Recharge Solutions On March 13, BMW of North America announced the addition of Shell Recharge Solutions as a second eMobility provider, giving customers easy access to Shell Recharge, ChargePoint, EVgo, EVConnect, and Blink charging stations via the My BMW App.  BMW drivers can now find, access, and charge at all affiliated locations via their My BMW app, with payments for all five pro...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/14

BMW Group Thailand set to launch 6 new car models in 2024; 1,604 BEVs registered in 2023 Announced on February 27, 2024, BMW Group Thailand recently held the Annual Press Conference 2024. The group proudly celebrated its leadership position as the No. 1 brand in the Thai premium automotive segment for the 4th consecutive year, supported by strong registration numbers in 2023 across its brands: BMW, MINI, and BMW Motorrad.  In 2024, the group aim...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/01

Innoviz, Israel updates about new product development for BMW and VW On February 28, Innoviz Technologies Ltd. announced that the BMW i7 with the InnovizOne-powered Personal Pilot L3 package is currently available for sale in Germany with deliveries expected to begin in March 2024. Innoviz has begun supporting software development specific to the Chinese market for a new deployment of the InnovizOne on BMW 5 Series vehicles in China working towar...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/29

BMW Dingolfing plant sets growth targets for 2024 with new models On February 7, BMW announced that its Dingolfing plant anticipates growth in 2024, producing over 300,000 vehicles with the new BMW 5 Series Touring and BMW M models. In 2023, the plant achieved record volumes, manufacturing approximately 292,000 BMWs, with 30% being fully electric models. The BMW iX, BMW i7, and BMW i5 Sedan contributed to this milestone. Employee numbers slightly...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/07

BMW Group India showcases its electric vehicle range at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 On Feb 1, BMW Group India displayed its entire electric vehicle range at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024. It showcased the BMW i7, BMW iX, BMW i4, BMW iX1, and the MINI 3-door Cooper SE at the event. Based on BMW India's press release...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/02

BMW leads premium segment in Brazil for the fifth year in 2023 On January 18, BMW do Brasil published a statement with provisional data announcing that the BMW brand led the premium segment in Brazil by selling a total of 15,113 units during 2023, which represents a growth of 9.8% compared to 2022 with the Series 3 and X1 models as the best sellers. Regarding electrified vehicles, the launch of models such as the BMW X6 and X7 mild hybrids, the B...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/23