In a strategic move aimed at reducing its reliance on China for BEV battery technology and production, BMW Group has announced a significant long-term partnership with Croatian BEV hypercar manufacturer Rimac. Forming a European alliance of sorts for battery technology and production, BMW’s tie-up with Rimac will give BMW access to the brand’s high-performance batteries, and in turn allow Rimac to ramp us its battery production. Also read: The Olympics of EVs: After Toyota's 'Team Japan', Chines
Arvind
12.04.2024
BMW has unveiled the Vision Neue Klasse X SUV concept, the second installment in BMW's showcase of models built on its Neue Klasse dedicated battery-electric (BEV) platform. This also previews the next-generation BMW iX3, slated to hit production lines in 2025. First and frontmost, the grille. The Vision Neue Klasse X boasts a vertical grille exclusive to forthcoming BMW SUVs, which is said to symbolise ruggedness and verticality. It also pays homage to classics like the 2002. Conversely, sedans
Shaun
21.03.2024
The BMW Premium Selection (BPS) Showcase by BMW Malaysia is returning to the Bukit Jalil National Stadium this 1 - 3 March 2024. Up to 500 units of certified pre-owned BMW and MINI cars, as well as BMW Motorrad motorcycles will be on offer. Among the offers at the event are instant rebates of RM5,000 and up to 10% off Connected Drive upgrades. Instant financing pre-approval is also available, via BMW Engage by BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia. Certified pre-owned BMW and MINI vehicles come
Hans
20.02.2024
In the quiet suburbs of Munich, Germany, the end-of-life journey for up to 10,000 cars each year takes centre stage at the BMW Group Recycling and Dismantling Centre (RDC). Established in 1994, the RDC has been tearing pre-production cars and one-offs from testing and development that for legal liability reasons, cannot be sold to customers. However, this industrial hub is not just about tearing down vehicles but is a pioneering force in advancing the recycling and the circular economy of cars,
Arvind
07.01.2024
The BMW Group announced its third quarter earnings before tax (EBT) margin came in at 10.6 percent, down 0.4 percent from the preceding quarter; however, the numbers were dragged down by its Motorrad motorcycle business. The company’s 4-wheeler automotive segment – the segment were are interested in - recorded an EBT margin of 9.8 percent, up 0.6 percent from the previous quarter, and 0.9% higher than the same quarter last year. The increase in profit came despite a marginal 0.6 percent drop in
Hans
03.11.2023
Electric vehicles (EVs) are fast becoming the new trophy to have. Yes, it’s always nice to have a BMW 7 Series but combustion engine cars, regardless of their status, are now seen as kind of passé. The conversation starters at the golf club’s lounge have moved from V8 cars to high-end EVs, simply because spaceship-inspired EVs have a novelty factor that even flat-six turbocharged sports cars don’t have. If you run a business, especially a technology-related one, you will understand the need to m
Hans
16.06.2023