Tag: BMW

For the first nine months of 2024, BMW Group sales of fully-electric models (BEVs) have risen 19.1%, defying the lack of EV demand that has been seen by other manufacturers.A total of 294,054 BEVs...

American battery recycling firm, Redwood Materials, has announced a partnership with BMW's North American division, to recycle end-of-life lithium-ion batteries from EVs across all BMW Group brands, in the region.Redwood will have direct communication...

New Automotive's August report on UK EV sales has uncovered a number of encouraging facts for the industry, with electric car sales shooting above expectations for the month of August, including for BMW.The report...

Recent data gathered by JATO Dynamics shows that BMW topped the BEV brand sales chart across Europe, for July.14,869 BMW-branded BEVs were sold across the continent, compared to 14,561 Teslas, and 12,213 Volkswagens.However, Tesla...

The relatively silent drive that EVs have brought over their ICE counterparts has raised both opportunities and challenges when it comes to noise.While manufacturers have been required by law for their EVs to generate...

NFDA's Winter 2024 Dealer Attitude Survey reveals insights on EV landscape from 2,321 dealerships.Concerns over manufacturer support for EV infrastructure and costs persist.Kia leads in dealer satisfaction, while Seat lags, highlighting areas for improvement.The...

BMW Group and Rimac Technology agree long-term battery partnership.To support the project, Rimac Technology is opening a campus in Zagreb, Croatia.Their shared goal is to create innovative solutions for the high-voltage batteries in future...

Bannau Brycheiniog National Park adds 16 EV charge points, funded by BMW UK partnership.Points at Visitor Centre in Libanus and Craig-y-Nos Park for convenient access.Supports sustainability, conservation efforts, milestone in UK National Parks' EV...

BMW unveils BMW Vision Neue Klasse X, a glimpse into the future of electric SAVs.Innovative drive and chassis control promise superior driving experience.Sustainable materials, advanced technology, and enhanced efficiency redefine BMW's vision for emobility.BMW...

BMW Plant Leipzig adds all-electric MINI Countryman, aligning with MINI's electrification goals.Continuous upgrades boost capacity, introducing night shifts and expanding the workforce.Plant Leipzig's battery self-sufficiency and sustainability commitment underscore its pivotal role in BMW's...

While EVs usually get the spotlight for their range, the significance of factors, like charging speed, shouldn't be overlooked. Bloomberg's latest study on battery scores delved into 25 top EVs, highlighting crucial metrics that...

Xiaomi enters the automotive arena with the SU7 EV, available in dual-motor all-wheel-drive (SU7 Max) and single-motor rear-wheel-drive versions.The SU7 Max boasts an impressive 497-mile range and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in...

BMW plans to deliver 500,000 electric vehicles in 2024.The current BMW all-electric range includes models such as the BMW i7, BMW iX, BMW iX1, iX2, iX3, and the i5.According to BMW CEO Oliver Zipse,...

Tyde and BMW introduce 'The Open’, their second electric boat collaboration as part of efforts in advancing sustainable marine mobility. 'The Open' is set to dominate the seas, measuring at 15 emtres, packing BMW's electric...

BMW North America embraces NACS, opening Tesla Superchargers for BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce drivers in the U.S. and Canada.The list of major manufacturers embracing NACS is slowly growing, making it the obvious choice for...

BMW, Ford, and Honda establish ChargeScape, a groundbreaking initiative.ChargeScape's unified platform revolutionises EV technology and grid integration.It promises financial benefits for EV owners, grid resilience, and carbon footprint reduction.ChargeScape represents a game-changing vision for...

BMW plans significant investment in UK's Mini factory near Oxford for electric car production.Two new electric Mini models set to be produced at the Cowley plant from 2026.UK government supports the investment; battery source...

BMW, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis reach an agreement to create a new EV charging network across North America.The agreement means 30,000 extra charging points will be added to the region.New chargepoints...

The all-electric BMW i5 has begun production at the firm's factory in Dingolfing, Germany.The i5 is one of the company's first electric-powered saloons.The move introduces another car to the scene to rival models such...

Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) are the ever-more popular option for families and long distance drivers alike, offering high levels of refinement, a smooth ride, and plentiful amounts of space inside. Their raised ride heights...

MINI has shared exciting new details about its upcoming electric vehicles (EVs), the Cooper E and the Cooper SE. The fifth generation of the 3-door MINI will be produced in Leipzig starting in November...

The BMW Group and E.ON have announced the first pan-European cooperation for intelligent electric vehicle (EV) charging at home. The respective industry giants plan to create "Connected Home Charging" – a holistic charging ecosystem that...