the Automotive Production and Development Programme (APDP), which kicks in 2013. On August 14, the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) announced that  seven vehicle manufacturers operating in the country will go on a 48-hour strike from August 19. The seven carmakers are Nissan, BMW, Ford, Toyota, Volkswagen, General Motors and Mercedes-Benz. According to a NUMSA personnel in the negotiation, a total of 31,000 workers will be ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/24

i3 (New model) autumn 2026 Europe, China, Japan, North America EV 4WD. Front: AC induction motor Rear: Electrically excited synchronous motor (EESM) Max system output: 345kW/469hp/463hp, Max system torque: 645Nm/476lb-ft Lithium-ion battery (Total voltage: 800V) Europe Cruising range (WLTP cycle): 900km (559.2miles) USA Cruising range (EPA cycle): 708.1km (440miles) D (Upper Medium) BMW, Munich,BMW Brilliance, Tiexi, Lydia,BMW, San Luis Pot...

Electric / Autonomous  Updated at: 2026/03/24

can also be driven not only within built-up areas but also over longer distances in a virtually silent and locally emission-free cruising mode. In December 2022, series production will commence at the US BMW Group Spartanburg plant. According to the CDP Climate Change Questionnaire 2021submitted by BMW, BMW' sassembly in Spartanburg (US) replaced 46 hot waterheaters with 16 gas heaters. This reduces natural gas consumption by about 2,700 MWh. On ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/10

BMW AG, Munich Plant 3 Series Sedan/Station wagon(Touring)/ActiveHybrid 3/PHV 330e iPerformance (2016-2019), PHV 330e & 320e (Next generation) (2019-), M3 (2020-), 3 Series MHV (2020-), M3 Touring (2022-); EV iX3 (Neue Klasse) (2026-), EV 3 Series: i3 (2026–planning); 4 Series Coupe (2013-), 4 Series MHV (2021-), M4 Coupe (2014-); EV i4 (2021-); FCV iX5 (2028-planning); Battery packs (for 3 Series, PHV); Fuel cell system: for "i Hydrogen NEXT (...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/02/11

tronic control units and algorithms. (From a press release on April 19, 2021) Valeo announced that it will present six major innovations for safer and cleaner mobility at the IAA Mobility 2021. Valeo will present an autonomous parking system (Automated Valet Parking) developed in collaboration with BMW, which allows a car to park itself in a parking lot. Valeo will also showcase its Valeo Drive4U autonomous car, which will drive in automated mode...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2026/02/09

d in 2014 Toyota Boshoku inaugurates new seat cover plant in China Toyota Boshoku to set up sales company in India to expand business outside Toyota Group Toyota Boshoku, Toyota Central R&D jointly develop technology to produce high-strength bioplastic alloy Toyota Boshoku exhibits car seat for BMW i3 Toyota Boshoku to reorganize European facilities, aiming to make profit by FY 2016 Toyota Boshoku producing seats for BMW in Poland Toyota Boshoku ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2026/02/09

t 500 and Grande Punto, BorgWarner's variable turbine geometry (VTG) turbocharger features a motion sensor from BERU, a BorgWarner business. The sensor measures the position of the pneumatic actuators to optimize boost pressure. (From a press release on November 18, 2009) BERU, in cooperation with BMW, has developed a PTC heater for electric and hybrid vehicles. Around 500 MINI E feature the electric cabin heaters. They are currently being used ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2026/02/05

sing this capacity to produce additional BEV models in China. Also, it will start producing a fully electric variant of the BMW 3 series long sedan, tailor-made for the Chinese market. On March 31, BMW announced that the fully-electric BMW 3 Series will enter the Chinese market in May 2022. The BMW i3 eDrive35L is the perfect fit for the particular requirements of Chinese customers. The BMW i3 eDrive35L will be assembled exclusively for the Chine...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/12/31

50GWh 2022 Model Y and Cybertruck production, 4680 cell planned Mexico Gigafactory - Suspension of construction Vehicle + battery plant, total investment USD 5 billion BMW Finished product Samsung Made in Korea - 2020 USA production X3, X5 Göd Plant, Hungary, - 2022 German production iX, i4, i3, i7; plant capacity 30GWh CATL Debrecen Plant, Hungary - 2025 4695 cylindrical type, plant capacity 20GWh, Debrecen vehicle plant Made in China...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/01

data are based on the figures released on the company's official website or media coverage. They may be revised as appropriate when the data is updated. - The company was established on September 29, 2005. BMW Group deploys AI platform codenamed “BEACON” for plant innovation in China first BMW i3 eDrive40L BEV rolls off production line at Shenyang Lydia Plant BMW to produce NEUE KLASSE in China from 2026 in BBA’s Shenyang plant BMW opens n...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/11/28

r this week in Munich and Dingolfing, starting with a staggered ramp-up before returning to usual levels from March 21. Production of Mini vehicles in Oxford remains interrupted this week, but will be ramped up again from next week. According to the CDP Climate Change Questionnaire 2021submitted by BMW, BMW's paint shop in Oxford (UK) utilized the temperature and humidity window in the paint booths made possible by Photovoltaic (PV). This reduces...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/11/27

In addition, the company will invest more than EUR 125 million in the Landshut plant, also by the end of the year. The investments will flow into the production of innovative components for future vehicle projects. The planned new hires result on the one hand from the increased customer demand for BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles as well as BMW motorcycles - and the associated growth in the number of components from Landshut. On August 31, th...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/11/27

side suppliers as a means to expand production volume, depending on the shift to EVs. 2. Europe and the U.S.   There are many OEMs in Europe and the U.S. that develop and produce motors for electrified vehicles in-house. In addition to Tesla, which manufactures all of its motors in-house, Renault, BMW, VW, GM, etc. are promoting external procurement while maintaining systems within their own companies and affiliates.   In addition, OEMs such as...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/04

ls for electric vehicles (Evs). The sales under the deal are expected to reach EUR 2.9 billion or JPY 348.73 billion. The deal is valid from 2021 to 2031. The two companies have been working on the joint EV development project since 2009, and Samsung SDI is currently supplying batteries for the BMW i3 and i8. (From some releases on November 21, 2019) On October 24, Umicore signed a multi-year strategic agreement with Samsung SDI for the supply of...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/09/25

owed the decision to move the industrial activities from Kangqiao, Shanghai to Pinghu. This aligns with the company’s strategy to be a leader in the Chinese Market, particularly in EVs. The new 11,683 sqm plant allows Novares to continue serving the same customers, such as SGM, FORD, BOSCH, BHTC, BMW, etc. and new ones. The plant can accommodate approximately 250 employees. It will be equipped with various advanced processes, such as 26 injecti...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/09/17

pany is a global automotive supplier, specializing in complex wiring harness systems, electrical and electronic systems, battery systems and interior solutions.-The Company focuses primarily on the premium automotive segment, with customers across almost all premium automaker brands including Audi, BMW, Jaguar, Land Rover, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, MINI, Porsche, Rolls-Royce, and VW.-The Company’s product portfolio can be organized into four sys...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/09/04

ico, United States and China.                                                                                                      DURA''s four operating divisions supply Aston Martin, Audi, Bentley, BMW, Brilliance, Chery, Chrysler, Daimler, Fiat, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mahindra, NedCar, NUMMI, Porsche, PSA Peugeot Citroe...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/09/04

ht High-Pressure Die Cast Product, which provides material property information across an entire component. This enables more accurate simulations of a component during crash testing, allowing the part to be further optimized. The Sustainable Material Card was applied for an e-bracket developed for BMW, enabling the production of a 30% lighter part while using recycled materials and renewable energy. The Company received the PACEpilot Innovation ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/09/03

rently has an annual production capacity of over 4.8 million units, 80% of which is dedicated to LED lighting. Over the last three years, Magneti Marelli Automotive Lighting has invested approximately EUR 25 million for production capacity growth in the Tolmezzo plant. The Tolmezzo complex supplies BMW, Daimler-Mercedes, the FCA group (Alfa Romeo, Jeep, Maserati), Ferrari, Ford, GM-Opel, the Volkswagen Group (Audi, Porsche), and Volvo. The comple...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/09/03

teer to invest USD 20 million for new technical center in Mexico Nexteer launches new Modular Pinion-Assist Electric Power Steering system Nexteer, SGMW hold REPS project launch meeting Nexteer to supply EPS systems for Dongfeng Peugeot 2008 Nexteer's electric power steering systems featured on BMW i3 Nexteer sells Mexican hose plant to Nobel Automotive Nexteer to invest USD 70 million in world headquarters Nexteer develops new electronic archite...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/08/27