BMW Mexico, San Luis Potosi Plant BMW 3 Series Sedan (2019-), PHV 330e (2020-), MHV M340i (2022-), BMW 2 Series Coupe (2021-), BMW 2 Series Coupe MHV(2021-), BMW M2 (2022-), EV 3 Series (2026–planning), EV iX3 (Neue Klasse PF) (2027-planning); Battery packs (for 3 Series, PHV), battery modules to packs for Neue Klasse electrified vehicles (2027-planning) ; Passenger car assembly plant, started operation in June 2019 -Opened: June 6, 2019 -Inves...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/19

y of their products during a short demonstration, but we can expect smooth communication that takes advantage of the good sound environment.   But, if AI is installed in a car, how is it presented to the user? This is one of the major topics of HMI these days. In many cases, such as with XPeng and BMW, the AI is represented in a robotic way, but in the case of AFEELA 1, the AI is somewhat understated, with a small black-and-white icon in the men...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/12

arts production of new X3, celebrates 25 years of operation at Spartanburg Plant BMW introduces improved all-new X3 Sports Activity Vehicle First BMW X7 pre-production models roll off at South Carolina plant in U.S. BMW Spartanburg ending production of first-gen X4 after 200,000 units BMW Concept iX3 presented for the first time at the Auto China 2018 show in Beijing BMW may source more U.S. steel after imposition of tariffs BMW says no change ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/10

8V mild hybrid technology. The new BMW X1 will be built at BMW Group Plant Regensburg, where models with combustion engines, plug-in hybrid systems, and all-electric drive will all roll off a single assembly line for the first time. According to the CDP Climate Change Questionnaire 2021submitted by BMW, BMW's Regensburg plant optimized its drying process of paint shop and operated only one of two dryer tubes in 2020. This reduces natural gas cons...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/02/20

CES 2026: Progression of autonomous technologies and AI applications Exhibitors highlight new ADAS functions, robotaxis, robotic applications, and AI solutions Summary BMW iX3 driving assistance with Snapdragon Ride Pilot, Geely unveils G-ASD intelligent driving Tensor offers personal robotaxis; Waymo and Zoox expands public robotaxi deployment Hyundai looks to lead in AI robotics; Schaeffler and HL Group highlight robotic portfolio Sonatus demon...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/20

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

CES 2026: In-vehicle Entertainment Solutions BMW, Mercedes show infotainment functions; suppliers show display and sound systems Summary BMW iX3, Mercedes GLC and CLA highlight entertainment capabilities Afeela unveils new concept vehicle and outlines entertainment features Aumovio showcases display technologies, LG previews cockpit concepts QNX and Pioneer feature software-based sound demonstrations Amazon displays next-gen in-vehicle assistant ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/02

ixth production unit in Hungary. SMR Hungary has developed to be one of the largest rear-view mirror manufacturers of the world: through the three manufacturing units and logistic centre, it supplies more than eight million sets of external mirrors a year to, among others, to various types of Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Opel, Porsche, Kia, Ford, and Jaguar Land Rover. Samvardhana Motherson Peguform (SMP) produces bumpers in Kecskemet, Hungary for i...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2026/01/07

e all vehicle plants using 3D laser scanning by 2023 BMW Group secures CO2-reduced steel for global production network BMW prepares to introduce 6 new energy models in China in 2020 The factory operation status in China as a result of the effects of the coronavirus (European, U.S. and Korean) BMW iX3 to be the first to incorporate BMW eDrive technology of the fifth generation BMW unveils all-new iX3 battery electric SUV in China and begins preo...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/12/31

ided additional perspectives, allowing attendees to explore synergies across sectors.  Participants were also given the possibility to visit the booths of 68 national and international exhibitors on site.  Among the models on display in the exhibition area were the recently launched brand new BMW iX3 50 xDrive and the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ with EQ technology. Impression of demo vehicles exhibited at the event (ELIV 2025 org...

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

EB Base ­+ drive systems (e-Drive) (2019~), electric drive transmissions Audi, SEAT, VW Group Hungary Győr Plant Drive motors (2018~), electric gears and stators (2021~), drive motors for PPE (2021~) Mercedes-Benz Group, Mercedes-Benz England YASA Motors Ltd. Drive motors (axial gap motors) BMW, Rolls-Royce Germany Dingolfing Plant Drive motors, electric gears, drive systems (e-Drive) (2020~) BMW, MINI Germany Landshut Plant Drive motor...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/09

luding PHEVs, MHEVs, and FCVs, which will be developed in a comprehensive partnership with Toyota, are scheduled for release in 2028. The first model launched equipped with the next generation BEV Neue Klasse dedicated platform and a high-voltage 800V battery (6th generation, 4695 battery), was the iX3 launched in 2025, to be followed by six more models through 2027.   The company plans to outsource sixth-generation cells through long-term suppl...

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

e and Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu Province. In addition, the automaker will soon be launching its second BMW battery electric vehicle (BEV), a fully electric 3 Series, from Shenyang. The BMW Group also stated that it is accelerating its BEV product offense in China. In 2021, the sales volume of the BMW iX3 is expected to reach 20,000 units. In 2022, BMW will present five BEVs to Chinese customers, including the BMW iX, BMW i4 and BMW 3-Series produc...

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

BMW AG, Landshut Plant Engine parts, Interior & Exterior components, CPRF parts, shafts, special engines, exchange engines, aluminum casting parts, Cockpits; Electric motors and a range extender, and motor gear units for BMW i & MINI, electric drive modules, body parts from CFRP and aluminium; Electric drive housing for iX3 & iX5 Hydrogen; Hydrogen-electric drive train for BMW i Hydrogen NEXT (2022-); Aluminum housing for electric drive units (20...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/11/27

ion of smart cockpit features like driver monitoring systems and adaptive interfaces, such as context-aware displays that shift focus depending on navigation, weather, or traffic. Europe can be seen as a key driver for the growth of the automotive cockpit module market as premium European OEMs like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi are pushing high-end cockpit innovations, such as OLED displays, 3D interfaces, and AI-powered infotainment. Brand loyalt...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/20

BMW, Plant Woodruff Lithium-ion battery modules (Gen6) (to supply electric BMW X models in Spartanburg) BMW's battery assembly plant in Woodruff, SC, for Spartanburg plant EV models. To be operational by 2026. - Assembles batteries from cells supplied by AESC in Florence, South Carolina - Number of employees when operational: 300 - Investment: USD 700 million - 1 million-square-foot facility - Expected to be operational by 2026 - Ground breaking...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/10/28

nchen) as well as a free open space using the city center. Exhibition hall (Messe München) Open space venue   Most of the major German and Chinese brands were present, but other notable exhibits included Renault, Hyundai, and emerging EV manufacturers Lucid and Polestar. BMW iX3 on display at the BMW booth in front of the Bavarian State Opera P7 and humanoid robot on display at XPeng's booth in the exhibition hall   T...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/24

kook Tire to jointly develop turquoise hydrogen carbon blacks with Rotoboost Hankook Tire to supply OE tires for Hyundai Nexo for European market Hankook Tire to supply OE tires for Ford Mustang Mach-E Hankook Tire to supply OE tires for Mercedes-Benz S-Class Hankook Tire to supply OE tires for BMW iX3 Hankook Tire to supply OE tires for Kia EV2 Hankook Tire receives 2025 QR Zero Award from Ford Hankook Tire & Technology to support VW's EV German...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/09/30