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    Electrical steel production in US far from sufficient to support OEMs’ electrification goals
    According to S&P Global Mobility, hybrid and electric light vehicle production in the United States is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17% between 2023 and 2030 to 9.8 million units. This is also going to drive demand for EV motors (e-motors) in the country, which we forecast will grow at a CAGR of 20% over the same period to 14 million units. Besides its application in other industries, electrical steel is also used in the manufacturing of e-motors and charger...
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    Our battery technology delivers a platform for manufacturing efficient, affordable EVs: OneD Battery Sciences
    S&P Global Mobility: How was OneD Battery Sciences established? Please tell us about the origin of ‘SINANODE’ platform. Vincent Pluvinage: I have lived in the Silicon Valley since 1987, and I have taken a couple of companies public. Since 2001–02, I have been active in Silicon Valley as an investor, mainly focusing on innovative technologies, where I can use my physics and bioengineering background, to bring to market technologies that are well patented. I am an inventor at heart...
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    BMW to invest over €100 million on new battery testing center in Wackersdorf, Germany
    BMW Group plans to invest more than €100 million by 2026 on building a new battery testing center in Wackersdorf in Germany, the luxury-car maker announced September 29. The company said that the investments will be made with a focus on complex test bench technology and the upgrades to the building’s existing infrastructure needed for their operation. The planned battery testing center will be integrated into BMW’s existing facility at the site. The carmaker plans to begin the activitie...
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    Ford, BMW and Honda join hands to create ChargeScape — a new company focused on EV grid services
    BMW Group, Ford Motor Co. and American Honda Motor Co. Inc. announced a partnership agreement to create ChargeScape LLC, a new equally owned company that will create a single, cost-effective platform connecting electric utilities, automakers and interested electric vehicle customers. To help both EV customers and the electric utility industry in the US and Canada, ChargeScape will unlock an entirely new value that EVs can provide to the electric grid while enabling EV customers to e...
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    BMW announces £600M investment for all-electric Mini production in the UK
    In a bid to accelerate the electrification of its vehicles, BMW Group has announced a new investment of more than £600 million in the Mini factories at Oxford, UK, and Swindon, UK. It will build two new all-electric Mini models from 2026, the Mini Cooper 3-door and the compact crossover Mini Aceman. By 2030, production volume will be exclusively electric, and the BMW Group will have spent over £3 billion on its Swindon, Hams Hall, UK, and Oxford plants since 2000, a September 11 press ...
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    BMW joins hands with AWS to power automated driving platform
    BMW Group has chosen Amazon Web Services (AWS) as the preferred cloud provider for its automated driving platform. As part of this collaboration, BMW Group will develop its next-generation advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) using AWS to help innovate new features for its next generation of vehicles, the Neue Klasse, to be introduced in 2025. The new cloud-based system will leverage BMW's preexisting Cloud Data Hub on AWS and will use AWS compute, generative AI, internet of things (...
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    IAA Mobility 2023: BMW to present highlights from electrification, digitalization and circularity processes
    BMW has announced that it will highlight its transformation in the key action areas of electrification, digitalization and circularity at the Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA) Mobility in Munich in September, according to a company press release dated August 23. The German automaker will display its latest new models with electrified powertrains across all its brands, plus Vision Vehicles and concepts for individual mobility in the future. BMW will also display its new concept, the B...
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    Mini and Samsung Display showcase the Mini Interaction Unit at Gamescom 2023
    Luxury-car brand Mini offers an exclusive look at its central control unit — the Mini Interaction Unit, a round organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display — developed with Samsung Display Corp., the first of its kind in the automotive industry. The heart of the new Mini family is the iconic Mini Interaction Unit, which incorporates the most advanced next-generation display technology OLED from Samsung Display Corp. Mini and Samsung Display put...
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    BMW and AirConsole to launch new in-car game at Gamescom
    BMW and AirConsole announced the addition of "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" from Sony Pictures Television to the AirConsole game portfolio at their joint Gamescom booth. The game is currently under development and will be an all-new version of the world’s biggest quiz show designed specifically for in-car gaming, the automaker said in a press release dated August 22. The combination of the ease of use of AirConsole’s smartphone game controller with iconic elements from the original game...
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    Legislative changes in Europe can make it a key market for automated driving systems
    The automotive industry has been diligently working toward the realization of fully automated vehicles, ushering in an era of transformative mobility and unprecedented safety on the roads. Although the industry is making progress in ensuring that the technology is secure, the regulation that could enforce safety requirements is largely absent or outdated in many geographies. For better or worse, the same is true for regulations governing the testing and use of autonomous vehicles and mobility...
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    BMW’s Garage introduces new in-car innovations in record time
    BMW Group and the Swiss startup AirConsole jointly developed a solution for in-car gaming in record time, which is now available to BMW drivers and passengers on the vehicle’s Curved Display during breaks, using their smartphones as controllers. The function is being made available for the first time with the launch of the new BMW 5 Series and will be offered successively for other models. This unique collaboration proves the success of the venture client model developed by the car manufacture...
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    BMW, Airbus and Quantinuum join hands for sustainable mobility research using cutting-edge Quantum Computers
    Top global companies including in mobility and quantum technologies — Airbus, BMW Group and Quantinuum — have developed a hybrid quantum-classical workflow to speed up future research using Quantum Computers to simulate quantum systems, focusing on the chemical reactions of catalysts in fuel cells, a press release dated August 2 said. In a technical paper titled Applicability of Quantum Computing to Oxygen Reduction Reaction Simulations, the three companies report accurately modeling...
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    Seven global carmakers to set up an EV charging JV in the US
    Seven leading global carmakers — BMW Group, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz Group and Stellantis NV — plan to establish an electric vehicle charging joint venture with an aim of accelerating the transition to EVs in North America, the companies said in a joint announcement July 26. The press note issued by the companies said that the all-new JV company will include the development of a new, high-powered charging network with at least 30,000 chargers to make zero-emissio...
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    Mini gets new driving sounds for the interior
    BMW has announced that its new Mini all-electric models will feature new driving sounds in the interior, according to a company press release July 27. It will also feature a brand sound to distinguish it as a Mini in the exterior, jingles for the new Mini Experience Modes as well as new sound icons for information and warning functions. “The new sounds are an integral part of the digital experience and individually tailored to the character of each of the new models. They make an emotive ap...
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    BMW opens proving ground for automated driving and parking in Sokolov, Czechia
    The BMW Group announced the opening of its new test site in Sokolov, Czechia, called the Future Mobility Development Center (FMDC) for fully automated development and test drives. A first-of-its-kind in central Europe, the FMDC with an investment of €300 million will play a key role in the company’s future mobility development. With the development of FMDC, the company has transformed the mining region into an innovation hub employing more than 100 skilled workers. The surroundi...
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    BMW’s new research and development center in China to focus on human-machine interaction and hardware-software integration
    German luxury-car maker BMW announced the opening of its new research and development (R&D) center in Shanghai that will focus on human-machine interaction and hardware-software integration, a company press release dated July 21 said. By focusing on human-machine interaction and hardware-software integration, BMW is taking digital-user experience to the next level in China. The company said human-machine interaction is a vital part of the user experience. Currently, China is the only mark...
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    BMW Regensburg plant rolls out millionth car
    BMW Group achieved a production landmark after the one-millionth BMW iX1, a battery electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) in Alpine White, rolled off the Regensburg, Germany, assembly line in the nearly 40-year history of the plant, a company press release dated July 19 said.  Speaking on the milestone, Plant Director Carsten Regent said, “The BMW iX1 is proof that we can build highly attractive electric vehicles for the premium compact class at our plant in Regensburg. This a very popu...
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    Mobility solutions company Alphabet partners with E.On on EV charging
    UK-based mobility solutions company, Alphabet (GB) Ltd. has partnered with German electric utility company E.On to provide access to electric vehicle charging services, Alphabet announced July 6. The partnership gives customers access to a complete package of fully integrated home, workplace and public charging solutions for seamless, hassle-free charging, the company said in a note, adding that the move is aimed at accelerating the uptake of EVs in corporate and business fleets. Comm...
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    BMW to source cell-contacting systems from Molex for next-generation EVs
    US-based supplier of connectivity and electronics solutions Molex announced June 28 that German luxury-car maker BMW Group has shortlisted its Volfinity Cell Contacting System (CCS) for its next-generation electric cars. According to Molex, its patented Volfinity CCS, which has been in development since 2018, delivers a reliable and easy-to-implement interface solution that connects cells to the control board in an electric vehicle battery module, eliminating the need for daisy-chained wires....
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    BMW breaks ground on new high-voltage battery assembly plant in South Carolina, US
    BMW Group broke ground on its new high-voltage battery assembly plant in Woodruff, South Carolina, the company announced on June 27. The upcoming BMW facility, which will be named ‘Plant Woodruff,’ is slated to produce sixth-generation batteries, which will be supplied to its EV manufacturing plant — BMW Manufacturing in Spartanburg. The carmaker said that the new battery facility will create 300 new jobs at the site. The Woodruff facility will be spread across an area of 315 acres, it ...
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    Verizon introduces in-car connectivity services in select BMW models
    Verizon Business announced the launch of the Connected Car by Verizon in-car connectivity service for select BMW models in the US, providing voice, data, unlimited Wi-Fi hotspot connectivity and additional features for $20 per month, the company said June 21. This partnership will allow BMW drivers and passengers to enjoy infotainment, music, mobile hotspot and more powered by the Verizon network. Significance: Verizon customers can also now enjoy two personalized connectivity ...
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    Suppliers to the new BMW i5
    The BMW i5 is produced at company’s Group Plant Dingolfing in Germany. The electric vehicle is expected to peak at more than 39722 in 2024, according to S&P Global Mobility forecast.
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    BMW to offer AirConsole gaming platform in the new 5 Series
    BMW Group has announced a partnership with the gaming platform AirConsole for in-car gaming in the new BMW 5 Series, according to a company press release dated May 26. Drivers or passengers will be able to play games while the vehicle is stationary, such as parked or being charged. It will also be launched with BMW 7 Series, BMW iX, BMW i4 produced July 2023, BMW X5, BMW X6, BMW X7, BMW XM, BMW X5 M, and BMW X6 M produced after August 2023. Significance: Passengers will need their smartp...
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    BMW, PG&E collaborate to test V2X technology in California
    BMW of North America and Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) are collaborating to test vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology, how it can serve as a solution to offset growing demand on the power grid, while maximizing the usage of renewable energy, PG&E said May 16. The V2X technology is increasingly seen as a beneficial innovation that enables customers to use their electric vehicles as backup home generators during power outages. The said V2X testing is t...
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    BMW Group to commence production of Neue Klasse range of EVs in China from 2026
    German luxury-car maker BMW Group (BMW) announced May 18 that the company plans to commence local production of its upcoming Neue Klass range of electric vehicles in China from 2026. The announcement, which marked the 20th anniversary of the carmaker’s joint venture in China — BMW Brilliance Automotive Ltd. (BBA), stated that the next-generation EV models from the Neue Klasse range will be produced by BBA in Shenyang, China, following the market launch of the said vehicles in 2025....
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    3D printing drives innovation in the automotive industry_A look at major players
    The automotive industry is adopting additive manufacturing (AM), also known as 3D printing, to produce complex parts, reduce expenses, save time and weight, and provide greater design flexibility. The electronics industry is also expected to become a significant customer of 3D printing technology, especially for advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS), owing to the benefits of 3D-printed circuits in reducing volume and optimizing pathways. The development of more advanced printers and process...
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    BMW, Reality Labs Research showcase stable VR and mixed reality (MR) content for passengers in fast-moving car
    BMW has partnered with Meta’s Reality Labs Research to showcase the ability to accurately display stable virtual reality (VR) and mixed reality (MR) content to passengers in a fast-moving car, a company press release dated May 17 read. Meta Quest’s tracking system was integrated into BMW’s sensor data for stable “car-locked” gaming and entertainment.  “It is too early to tell exactly how or when this technology will make it into customers’ hands, but we envision a...
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    BMW begins operations of new light channel in Germany to test headlights and exterior lighting
    BMW Group announced that it has begun operations at its Light Channel Next facility in Germany, in a press release May 16. This will allow developers to optimize all components of automotive lights through simulation of different scenarios on real models. Ambient lighting production and testing will also be done at the facility. “For the BMW Group, light is a topic that is constantly gaining in importance. With the new Light Channel Next, we look forward to a future of bringing innovat...
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    Akkodis partners with BMW to develop its i Vision Dee concept car
    Akkodis, part of the Adecco Group, has collaborated with the BMW Group to develop and produce the BMW i Vision Dee, the company said May 17. In partnership with the BMW Group for the project in Germany, Akkodis contributed its in-depth digital engineering and automotive expertise to bring the BMW i Vision Dee to life. Akkodis was involved in the design and construction of the vehicle, from the implementation of the initial sketches to the drivable concept car. Akkodis developed the specifi...
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    VW-backed Ionity opens its largest EV charging hub in Italy
    Electric vehicle (EV) charging network operator Ionity has officially inaugurated its largest EV charging hub in Affi at Lake Garda in Italy, the company announced May 11. The EV charging hub was inaugurated in the presence of the vice president of the Veneto Region, Italy, the president of the Province of Verona, Italy, and the mayor of Affi, the company said. The new Ionity EV charging hub is made of 18 high-power chargers powered by 100% renewable energy. These EV chargers offer up to 350 ...
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    China’s EVE Energy to build a battery production plant in Debrecen, Hungary
    Chinese battery manufacturer EVE Energy Company Ltd plans to build a battery production plant in Debrecen, Hungary, according to a news report published by Chinese news agency Xinhua on May 10. The report cited Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Peter Szijjarto, who confirmed the development on Tuesday. EVE Energy is expected to invest about $1.18 billion in the Eastern European country to set up its production base. The planned battery plant is estimated to create more than 1,00...
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    ElringKlinger to supply cell contact systems to BMW’s Neue Klasse range of EVs
    German automotive component supplier ElringKlinger AG (ElringKlinger) has received a new contract from luxury carmaker BMW Group (BMW) wherein it will supply the carmaker with cell contact systems for the latter’s upcoming "Neue Klasse" range of EVs, ElringKlinger said May 5. The Dettingen-headquartered company from Germany said that the order from BMW is a new high-volume series production contract covering a period of several years. Commenting on the securing of the...
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    Zone controllers expand vehicle networking capability
    In vehicle electrical and electronic (E/E) architecture, a zone controller is a type of electronic control unit (ECU) that is responsible for managing and coordinating the various subsystems within a particular area, or "zone," of the vehicle. The zone controller acts as an intermediary between these subsystems and the main vehicle network, facilitating communication and ensuring that the subsystems are working together in a coordinated and efficient manner. This allows for greater flexibility i...
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    BMW asks owners to not drive older models in the US with Takata airbag inflators
    BMW has issued a notice to the owners of about 90,000 vehicles in the US, asking them not to drive their cars due to a threat of airbags explosion during a crash, the Associated Press reported on May 4. The warning covers certain model year (MY) 2000–06 vehicles which had been previously recalled to replace faulty and dangerous airbag inflators made by Takata. The company used volatile ammonium nitrate (AN) to inflate the airbags in a crash, which when exposed to heat and humidity, could...
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    BMW partners with E.ON to develop ecosystem for intelligent charging at home
    BMW Group has partnered with E.ON to develop intelligent charging at home, it said in a press release dated May 2. The “Connected Home Charging” is a holistic charging ecosystem where customers can connect their BMW or MINI electric vehicles (EVs) with the energy system. “BMW represents the 'Ultimate Electric Driving Machine’. But for us, e-mobility is much more than electric driving: green energy, sustainably-sourced raw materials, charging, recycling — we are driving all these key...
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    BMW makes Bundesliga football league pilot application available on BMW Theatre Screen
    BMW has announced the availability of Bundesliga in-car app content on the BMW Theatre Screen, according to a company press release on April 25. Bundesliga is Germany’s top-tier football league. The 31.3-inch panoramic display which constitutes the BMW Theatre Screen, also has a built-in Amazon Fire TV. Bundesliga content can also be streamed via the BMW Bundesliga In-Car App, which is available exclusively in the BMW 7 Series on the BMW Theatre Screen in the Fire TV app store. While t...
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    BMW makes Digital Key Plus available on Android devices
    BMW announced that its Digital Key Plus is available for smartphones with Android operating systems, according to a company press release dated April 24. Customers with compatible devices from Samsung or Google can use it to unlock and lock their BMW and start the engine. Digital Key Plus compatible vehicles produced from November 2022 will have Android compatibility, while a remote software upgrade will expand the capability of Digital Key Plus to vehicles manufactured before November 2...
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    BMW plans to expand EV production capacity at its Regensburg plant in Germany
    German luxury carmaker BMW plans to invest €350 million in expanding EV manufacturing capacity at its Regensburg-based plant in Germany, the company said on April 21. The carmaker also plans to hire around 500 new employees at the plant as it looks to commence rolling out fully electric BMW iX2 models off the assembly lines at the site. The plant currently manufactures the BMW iX1, which also is the smallest electric SUV model from the company. Commenting on the expansion drive, Carsten ...
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    BMW i7 M70 xDrive to feature grille surround in black high-gloss for the first time
    On April 17, BMW unveiled the i7 M70 xDrive with multiple new additions. From a lighting perspective, on cars specified with the optional M Performance package, BMW combines it with a grille surround in black high-gloss for the first time on the model. It will also allow customers to access the vehicle using BMW Digital Key Plus, a smartphone-based digital vehicle key. The key features an extended lock/unlock function for the automatic unlocking of the doors when approaching the car and the...
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    Auto Shanghai 2023: BMW plans world premiere of all-electric Mini Cooper SE Convertible
    BMW announced on April 10 that MINI plans to showcase its all-electric Mini Cooper SE Convertible for the first time at the 20th International Automobile Industry Exhibition, also known as Auto Shanghai this 2023. The 20th edition of Auto Shanghai is scheduled to take place from April 18–27 at the China Expo Convention and Exhibition Complex, Shanghai. BMW claims that the Mini Cooper SE Convertible is the world's first locally emission-free premium convertible in the small car seg...
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    Stellantis, BMW in talks with Panasonic to set up EV battery plants in the US
    Stellantis NV and BMW AG are in early talks with Japanese battery-maker Panasonic Holdings Corporation to build electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing plants in North America, according to a news report published by the Wall Street Journal on April 4. The WSJ news report cited people aware of the developments in the story without disclosing details about them. The WSJ report stated that Stellantis is in early talks with Panasonic to set up its third battery plant in North America, adding...
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    BMW’s new windscreen-wide heads-up display to debut on Neue Klasse models in 2025
    The new BMW heads-up display (HUD) is called BMW Panoramic Vision and goes into production with the first Neue Klasse models. Oliver Zipse, chairman of the board of management of BMW AG, confirmed this during his speech at the 2023 Annual Conference, a company press release dated 15 March said. BMW is currently developing a completely new technological platform for the Neue Klasse, whose name refers to the company's pioneering models of the 1960s. This platform will set new standards in digit...
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    BMW Group partners with AirConsole to launch competition for in-vehicle gaming
    BMW Group has partnered with AirConsole to launch a competition supporting the development of in-vehicle games, it said in a press release dated 9 March. The BMW Group and AirConsole will jointly promote the competition at the Game Developer Conference in San Francisco later this March. “As highlighted by the automotive industry at CES, gaming in the car is happening. Game makers need to start creating games for the car use-case, not just bring games to the car. Using phones as controllers ...
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    BMW unveils updated BMW iDrive system
    BMW Group has unveiled the latest development of the BMW iDrive system, according to a company press release on 8 March. It features a new home screen with clearly arranged functions, and a QuickSelect concept with improved menu structure. The new BMW iDrive system will be gradually introduced in current models over the course of the year. “Today, BMW iDrive is more than just a control and operating system—it’s a digital world of experience allowing human and car to interact with one an...
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    BMW to source low-carbon aluminum from Rio Tinto
    The BMW Group has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Rio Tinto’s hydro-powered operations in Canada to source aluminum from 2024. Compared with conventionally manufactured aluminum, this approach can save around 70% of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, the carmaker said in a press release dated 21 February. The planned supply volumes will be used in vehicle production at BMW’s plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina, in body components, such has the bonnet. BMW poin...
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    Targa Telematics integrates BMW and MINI connected fleet data
    Targa Telematics has signed a strategic partnership with BMW to expand its portfolio of solutions for connected mobility, it said in a press release on 14 February. Targa will be able integrate a stream of connected car data from BMW and MINI vehicles directly into its platform. The partnership will allow the company to offer an advanced suite of GDPR-compliant telematics solutions, without installing aftermarket hardware. “Car manufacturers are looking to embrace the future and are increas...
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    BMW launches X5 and X6 models with BMW Curved Display
    BMW has unveiled the X5 and X6 models with the integration of BMW Operating System 8, the latest generation of the iDrive control, and the BMW Curved Display, according to a company press release on 8 February. It is made up of a 12.3-inch information display behind the steering wheel and a control display with a screen diagonal of 14.9 inches, behind a single glass surface. The touch control has fewer buttons and switches with more digital control. The standard BMW Live Cockpit Plus includes...
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    Ilika Technologies leads USD9.9 million Faraday Battery Challenge collaboration project
    UK-based solid-state battery (SSB) technology company Ilika Technologies Ltd has announced on 25 January 2023 that it is leading a 24-month, GBP8 million (USD9.9 million) Faraday Battery Challenge collaboration project. The project, which is codenamed ‘History’, is slated to start on 1 February 2023 and will focus on integrating high silicon content electrodes into Ilika’s Goliath solid-state batteries developed for electric vehicles (EVs), to enable automotive level performance. Ili...
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    BMW i Ventures invests in EV charging management platform Ampeco
    BMW i Ventures, German luxury carmaker BMW Group’s venture capital arm, has taken the position of lead investor in Ampeco, an electric vehicle (EV) charging management platform that enables large-scale public, business, fleet, and residential providers to manage EV chargers at scale, BMW announced on 25 January 2023. The company said that the funding in Ampeco will be used to drive further expansion into North America and Europe, while also growing the startup’s engineering and product in...
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    BMW announces interior updates for spring 2023
    BMW has announced feature updates for Spring 2023, which includes both the interior and exterior, it said in a press release dated 25 January. Among the new additions, the extended Parking Assistant Professional available for BMW 7 Series, BMW X7 and BMW iX. The extended Parking Assistant Professional gives drivers the ability to guide their car into and out of parking spaces and also carry out more complex maneuvering from outside the car via the My BMW App via a smartphone. The BMW 4 Series...
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    BMW Group to expand partnership with SAP for digitization of supply chain
    BMW Group will expand its partnership with SAP to accelerate digital transformation, it said in a press release dated 26 January. The entire SAP landscape will be migrated to RISE with SAP for digitization. The cloud strategy will be merged with SAP landscape on S/4HANA to drive business areas such as finance, parts supply, warehousing, supply chain, and production. “This strategic decision will help us to drive our digitalization leadership even faster forward. We are increasing the flexib...
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    BMW unveils new M3 CS with latest-generation iDrive based on Operating System 8
    BMW has unveiled its new M3 CS model with the latest-generation BMW iDrive vehicle experience based on BMW Operating System 8, it said in a press release dated 25 January. It includes BMW Curved Display for the cockpit. A 12.3-inch information display and a control display with a screen diagonal of 14.9 inches are housed together behind a curved glass surface. The information display’s graphical layout and M‑style content features all driving-related data and vehicle status and settings i...
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    BMW, Solid Power deepen partnership to advance all-solid-state battery cell design
    German luxury carmaker BMW Group and US-based battery technology company Solid Power have deepened their partnership with a new joint development agreement to further advance the all-solid-state battery cell design and manufacturing know-how, BMW said on 20 January 2023. “Under an expanded joint development agreement, BMW Group and Solid Power have added a research and development license as a basis for their common next steps. This license enables BMW to establish an ASSB prototype line in...
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    BMW issues OTA upgrade for 4.7 million vehicles
    BMW Group has announced that it will update software in its vehicles with BMW iDrive Operating System 7 and 8 via over-the-air (OTA), according to a company press release dated 20 January. At present, a about 4.7 million BMW vehicles are upgradeable. The Remote Software Upgrade is currently available in over 30 models. Customers will be able to see the software status in the settings menu of their vehicle under Remote Software Upgrade and can search for available upgrades. Significance: Ne...
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    BMW recalls over 14,000 hybrid EVs in US due to issue with battery software
    BMW has recalled over 14,000 hybrid electric vehicles (EVs) in the US due to a software issue in the battery pack, Electrive reported on 7 January. The affected vehicles include model year (MY) 2022–23 iX, i4 and i7 models where electronic control unit for the battery pack could cause a loss of power due to a software issue. Affected vehicles include 5,389 iX vehicles, spread across all engine options, 38 all-wheel drive i7 xDrive60s and 8,659 i4 vehicles. “The high voltage battery ele...
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    BMW to offer Bundesliga in-car app via OTA in 7 Series models
    BMW has partnered with DFL Deutsche Fußball Liga to test Bundesliga content in a vehicle in a pilot application, according to a company press release on 18 January. Selected content from the Bundesliga will be made available via an app on the BMW Curved Display. The pilot is initially scheduled to run until end-March 2024. The in-car app will be installed over-the-air (OTA) in the new BMW 7 Series. Initially available only in Germany, other countries in Europe, America, and Asia will soon ...
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    Samsung SDI mulls building a joint EV battery plant in Hungary with BMW
    South Korean battery maker Samsung SDI is considering setting up a battery manufacturing facility jointly with its largest customer BMW in Hungary, according to a news report published by Business Korea on 12 January 2023. The report said that the development follows a high-profile meeting between Samsung Electronics chairman Lee Jae-yong and BMW chairman Oliver Zipse in December 2022. It said that Samsung SDI is considering building a third plant in Göd, Hungary, in proxim...
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    CES 2023: BMW offers sneak peek into Neue Klasse range, unveils i Vision Dee sedan
    Offering a sneak peek into its upcoming all-electric Neue Klasse range, German luxury carmaker BMW has unveiled BMW i Vision Dee at the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2023 in Las Vegas, United States, on 5 January 2023. The BMW i Vision Dee is a futuristic midsize sedan with a new, minimalistic design language. The name ‘Dee’ stands for digital emotional experience. Interestingly, the concept electric vehicle (EV) features an innovative heads-up display, which extends across...
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    BMW commences pilot production of iX5 Hydrogen model in Munich
    German luxury carmaker BMW Group has commenced the pilot production of its iX5 Hydrogen model, the company announced on 2 December 2022. Production of the small-series hydrogen-powered vehicle is taking place in the pilot plant at its Munich Research and Innovation Centre (FIZ), the company said, adding that the car featuring hydrogen fuel cell technology has already completed a rigorous testing program under demanding conditions during the development phase. Commenting on the development,...
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    European Lithium signs binding long-term lithium offtake agreement with BMW Group
    European Lithium Limited, a listed mining exploration and development company, announced on 21 December that it has signed a binding long-term lithium offtake agreement, via its wholly owned Austrian subsidiary ECM Lithium AT GmbH (ECM), with German luxury car manufacturer BMW Group. With the said binding agreement, European Lithium has secured its first offtake of battery grade lithium hydroxide (LiOH) from its Wolfsberg Lithium Project in Austria. Commenting on the binding agreement with...
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    Solid Power deepens joint development partnership with BMW Group
    US solid-state battery and sulfide-based electrolyte technology company Solid Power has deepened its partnership with the BMW Group wherein it has granted the research and development (R&D) license to its all-solid-state cell design and manufacturing know-how to the German luxury carmaker, the company announced on 21 December 2022. According to the official note, the BMW Group intends to duplicate Solid Power’s pilot production lines at its own facility in Germany and produce prototype ...
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    BMW enables sharing of Digital Key between iPhone and Android devices
    BMW Group has announced that the BMW Digital Key can be shared across platforms between iPhone and Android devices, in a press release on 21 December. The keys could previously be shared only via Apple iMessage. Customers will no longer need a specific app or a set method of transmission, with the keys allowed to be passed on from the wallet using the native “share” function known from many apps. The solution is a result of a partnership between BMW, Apple, Google, and Samsung under the u...
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    AT&T partners with BMW for connected car plan
    AT&T has partnered with BMW to offer AT&T NumberSync for Connected Car plan, it said in a press release on 8 December. It turns select BMW models into ‘smartphones on wheels’. BMW drivers’ smartphone number will be synced with the car to use mobile data and receive unlimited hands-free calls on the go in the US—even if their smartphone is not with them. Significance: The AT&T NumberSync for Connected Car plan costs USD20/month plus taxes and includes 5G access and unlimite...
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    Envision AESC to invest USD810 million in building battery gigafactory in Florence, South Carolina, US
    Leading electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturer Envision AESC plans to invest USD810 million in building a new, state-of-the-art gigafactory in Florence, South Carolina, US, according to a news report published by the Automotive World on 6 December 2022. The facility, which is slated to have an annual production capacity of 30GWh, will create 1,170 new jobs in the region in its first phase of operations. The plant will produce high performance batteries to power the next generation EVs fro...
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    BMW Group to invest USD1.05 billion to prepare Steyr plant to produce electric drives
    German luxury carmaker BMW Group plans to prepare its component manufacturing unit in Steyr to produce electric drives in addition to diesel and petrol engines from 2025, the company announced on 2 December 2022. To this end, BMW plans to invest around EUR1 billion (USD1 billion) on its Steyr facility by 2030, it said. “Preparations are already in full swing,” BMW said in an official statement last week. Notably, BMW’s Steyr plant is the Group’s largest engine plant worldwide. The ...
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    BMW invests in copper extraction technology startup Jetti Resources
    German luxury carmaker BMW’s venture capital fund BMW i Ventures has invested an undisclosed sum to acquire a stake in the Calorado-based copper extraction technology startup named Jetti Resources, BMW announced on 1 December 2022. The company said that Jetti Resources, founded in 2014, aims to foster responsible and resource-conserving copper extraction to address the rising demand of the critical material sustainably. The startup has notably developed a pioneering process for copper extra...
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    BMW acquires stake in Jetti Resources
    BMW has made an investment in Jetti Resources, Reuters reported on 1 December. Jetti has technology to extract more copper from low-grade resources and produce metal with a low carbon footprint. The investment does not include an offtake agreement, but there is potential for supplying BMW in future, according to a BMW spokesperson cited in the report. “This new process has the potential to improve the environmental footprint and integrity of our supply chain, even with growing demand for re...
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    EAS Batteries fast-tracks development of cylindrical battery cells for BMW
    German battery cell technology company EAS Batteries has helped its partner BMW Group in accelerating the development of the carmaker’s first cylindrical cells, the company said in a media note on 24 November 2022. The BMW Group, which officially presented the cylindrical cell format earlier in September, plans to use the newly developed round battery cells in its upcoming battery electric vehicle (BEV) range. The round cells, which have a diameter of 46 mm, were developed at the carmaker...
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    BMW Group to construct a high-voltage battery facility at its Debrecen plant in Hungary
    German luxury carmaker BMW Group plans to build a high-voltage battery assembly facility in Debrecen, Hungary, BMW announced on 25 November 2022. The planned battery assembly unit will be located on the site of the Debrecen vehicle plant, which started construction about six months ago, the company said, adding that the new facility is expected to will create more than 500 additional jobs and invest over EUR2 billion (USD2.07 billion) in the construction and launch of the entire plant by the ...
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    Mercedes Benz offers ‘Acceleration Increase’ feature in EQS model for a subscription fee
    Mercedes Benz will offer a service called “Acceleration Increase” that allows drivers pay to access motor performance their vehicle is already capable of, The Verge reported on 23 November. Priced at USD1,200, the annual subscription improves performance by boosting output from the motors by 20–24%, increasing torque, and cutting around 0.8 to 0.9 seconds off 0–60 mph acceleration when in Dynamic drive mode. There aren’t any physical hardware upgrades and the Acceleration Increase i...
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    Bridgestone develops bespoke Alenza tires for new BMW iX
    Japanese tire manufacturer Bridgestone announced via press release on 23 November that it had developed bespoke Alenza tires for the new BMW iX. According to the press release, the bespoke tires feature: Bridgestone’s proprietary and lightweight ENLITEN technology to reduce rolling resistance and weight by up to 20% A specially-developed material compound and tread pattern that accommodates the iX’s high acceleration capabilities Significance: BMW in April selected Goodyear...
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    BMW’s new head unit for SAE Level 2 automation to feature HERE HD Live Map
    HERE Technologies has announced that BMW Group will use HERE HD Live Map to enable hands-free driving in the United States and Canada, in a press release on 6 November. BMW 7 Series will be the first vehicle to roll out SAE Level 2+ at a speed of 130 km/h in the United States and Canada. “We’re delighted to see our HERE HD Live Map enable automated driving at Level 2+ for BMW series production vehicles. This collaboration demonstrates the value of maps for highly automated driving. We loo...
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    BMW plans to add 8 new EV component production lines by 2024
    German luxury carmaker BMW Group plans to expand the production capacity of electric vehicle (EV) components at its Leipzig-based manufacturing plant, the company said on the sidelines of the Green Day organized at the BMW Group Plant Leipzig on 20 October 2022. To expand capacity, the carmaker plans to add another eight production lines to manufacture EV components at its Leipzig facility by 2024. Over the next year, the plant’s two existing battery module lines will be complemented by a f...
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    BMW to invest USD1.7 billion to build EVs in the US, Envision AESC to supply battery cells
    German luxury carmaker BMW Group plans to invest USD1.7 billion to manufacture electric vehicles (EVs) in the US, the company announced on 19 October 2022. “BMW Group Chairman of the Board of Management, Oliver Zipse, announced a USD1.7 billion investment in its US operations, including USD1 billion to prepare for the production of EVs at the company’s existing US manufacturing facility in South Carolina, and USD700 million to build a new high-voltage battery assembly facility in nea...
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    BMW, Amazon Web Services collaborate to develop cloud technologies for harnessing vehicle data
    BMW Group has partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to develop cloud technologies together to harness the potential of vehicle data, it said in a press release on 13 October. The two companies are also looking to develop commercial off-the-shelf cloud solutions for managing vehicle data. “We already have around 20 million extensively connected vehicles on the road today. When the ‘Neue Klasse’ is launched, our offboard cloud platform, powered by AWS, will process roughly triple the v...
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    BMW launches MY 2023 M2 with updated interior features
    BMW has launched all-new M2 with updated interior and lighting features, the German automaker said in a press release on 12 October. Significance: The M2 offers standard and heated M Sport seats in Vernasca Black or Cognac leather, with prominent side bolsters and contour lines in the well-known BMW M colors around the backrest and head restraint. The standard seats are electronically adjustable and have integrated headrests with an illuminated M logo. Seatbelts in the vehicle also have the B...
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    BMW ties up with AirConsole to offer in-vehicle gaming in 2023
    BMW Group has announced a partnership with AirConsole to bring casual gaming into new BMW vehicles from 2023, according to a press release dated 11 October. The in-vehicle feature will be run directly in the vehicle’s infotainment system. Users will be able to instantly download the games over-the-air and control using smartphones. “With AirConsole we will leverage innovative technologies combined with a broad variety of fun and multiplayer games. This will make every waiting situation in...
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    BMW to issue OTA upgrades for 3.8 million vehicles
    BMW has announced that its remote software update will be implemented on 3.8 million vehicles worldwide, according to a press release dated 11 October. The latest remote software upgrade is offered free of charge for vehicles with BMW Operating System 8 while a new remote software upgrade for vehicles with BMW Operating System 7 will be available shortly. The upgrades include improvements to the charging-route for BMW iX and i4 models, new skills and greater visual expression for the BMW Inte...
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    BMW launches XM sports activity vehicle with updated interior, lighting features
    BMW has launched high-performance XM sports activity vehicle (SAV) with enhanced interior and lighting features, the German automaker said in a press release on 28 September. Significance: The cockpit features high-quality interior finishes, including a matt carbon surface for the center console and the BMW Curved Display. The wide, pearl-effect chrome air vent surrounds contrast with the carbon elements installed in the instrument panel. BMW equipped M multifunction front seats with elect...
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    IONITY, &Charge partner to improve EV charging experience for consumers in Europe
    Europe-based high power electric vehicle (EV) charging network Ionity announced on 27 September 2022 that the company is collaborating with technology provider &Charge with an intent to improve the EV charging experience for end consumers. It said that such a collaboration will give it access to direct customer feedback, thanks to &Charge's unique e-mobility app, where the EV drivers can rate the EV charging infrastructure in Europe by giving extensive feedback. The company said that ...
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    US battery maker Microvast moves closer to developing XFC li-ion pouch cells for EVs
    US battery maker Microvast Holdings, Inc. has announced the successful outcome of its extreme fast charge (XFC) battery cell project on 26 September 2022. The project, which is funded in part by the US Department of Energy’s (DoE) Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE), aims to deliver a lithium-ion (Li-ion) automotive format pouch cell for EVs that are capable of not only exceeding 500 cycles while charging in less than 10 minutes but also provide more than 180 Wh/kg of sto...
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    BMW selects Nexen’s N’FERA SPORT tires for X1 and iX1 EV
    South Korean tire manufacturer Nexen announced via press release on 26 September that its N’FERA SPORT tires had been selected as OE fitment on BMW’s X1 and iX1 EV compact SUVs. According to the press release, the N’FERA SPORT, manufactured at the company’s European plant, features asymmetrical patterns and wide grooves that provide an exceptional drainage performance and high-speed driving experience. Significance: The N’FERA SPORT, valued for its impressive wet grip performance...
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    CATL, BMW sign multiyear framework agreement on supply of cylindrical battery cells
    China’s largest battery maker CATL has signed a multiyear framework agreement with the BMW Group to supply cylindrical battery cells, which the German luxury carmaker plans to use in its upcoming Neue Klasse EV range starting from 2025, CATL announced on 9 September 2022. According to the agreement, CATL will deliver BMW Group the new cylindrical battery cells, which come with a standard diameter of 46 mm. These battery cells are slated to be produced at two of CATL's future battery plants ...
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    Inflation Reduction Act 2022 remains a tough call for carmakers to avail EV tax credits
    It has been almost a month since the Democrats in the US Senate passed the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA 2022), which became legislation on 16 August 2022 after the US President Joe Biden signed the act. While carmakers and their suppliers across the electric vehicle (EV) battery supply chain have been scrambling to decode the new mandates, auto industry lobbies from Europe, South Korea, and Japan have already expressed deep concerns about the ability of global carmakers to meet the requi...
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    BMW to feature trim parts made from recycled fishing nets in its NEUE KLASSE line up
    BMW has announced via press release on 13 September that its upcoming NEUE KLASSE models due to be launched from 2025 will feature interior trim parts made from recycled fishing nets and ropes. According to press release, waste from the maritime sector is used in an innovative recycling process to create trim parts for the outside and interior of future vehicles. The resulting components have a carbon footprint that is roughly 25% lower than that of conventionally manufactured polymers.  ...
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    BMW Group to make Plug&Charge function available from 2023
    BMW has announced that it would offer a Plug&Charge function in its cars from mid-2023, it said in a press release on 12 September. Customers will be able to charge at public charging points without needing a charging card or app. BMW Charging is expanding its extensive portfolio of charging services with this feature, provided by Digital Charging Solutions. The new functionality allows Plug&Charge access to the IONITY charging network initiated by BMW. Significance: The Plug&Char...
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    BMW to use newly-developed round battery cells in its Neue Klasse EV range
    German luxury carmaker BMW plans to use newly developed ‘round’ battery cells in its upcoming Neue Klasse range of electric vehicles (EVs) from 2025, the company announced on 9 September 2022. BMW said that the company has leveraged its in-house battery expertise at Battery Cell Competence Center in developing the new round battery cells and has also optimized the same for its new vehicle architecture for the first time. “By leveraging the comprehensive in-house expertise of the company...
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    BMW to use Cerence’s in-vehicle AI and voice solutions
    Cerence has announced that BMW Group will use its new voice and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered virtual assistant in the latest version of BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant (IPA), according to a company press release on 7 September. The new solution will be first available in the BMW 7 Series and BMW i7 models. “BMW’s Intelligent Personal Assistant is an incredible example of just how important AI and voice can be for the driving experience—natural, intuitive, effortless. We are d...
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    BMW, MINI vehicles to feature vegan interiors starting 2023
    BMW Group has announced via press release on 7 September that it plans to launch its first vehicles featuring completely vegan interiors for both BMW and MINI models in 2023. Uwe Köhler, Head of Development Body, Exterior Trim, Interior at the BMW Group, said, “With a steering wheel made from a high-quality vegan surface material, we are fulfilling the wishes of our customers who do not want to make any compromises in terms of look, feel and functionality. The innovative material withstand...
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    BMW begins production of fuel cell systems for iX5 Hydrogen powered SUVs in Munich
    Munich-based luxury carmaker BMW has commenced production of Hydrogen fuel-cell systems for a pilot fleet of its iX5 sport utility vehicles (SUVs), the company said on 31 August 2022. The start of fuel-cell system production at the BMW’s competence center for hydrogen in Munich was inaugurated by the chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG Oliver Zipse and Frank Weber, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG responsible for Development. The fuel-cell systems produced in Munich wil...
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    L&T Technology Services to supply infotainment consoles to BMW
    L&T Technology Services has announced that it has signed a 5-year, multimillion-dollar deal with BMW, in a press release dated 29 August. L&T will provide high-end engineering services BMW’s suite of infotainment consoles used in hybrid vehicles. “This latest deal win is a testament to LTTS’ long-standing expertise in the automotive engineering services domain. Our transportation engineering services are enabling leading OEMs to build innovative and sustainable vehicles and achi...
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    H2 Green Steel signs sustainable steel supply agreement with BMW
    Swedish green steel manufacturer H2 Green Steel announced via press release on 19 August that it had signed a final contract for the delivery of carbon dioxide (CO2)-reduced steel with German automaker BMW. According to the agreement signed between H2 Green Steel (H2GS) and BMW: H2GS will supply BMW with green steel with a specified carbon emission intensity (ton of CO2 per ton of steel) 40% of BMW’s pre-consumer steel scrap will be returned to H2 for re-application in its electric ...
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    China’s EVE Energy to supply large cylindrical batteries to BMW in Europe
    China’s EVE Energy Company Ltd plans to supply large cylindrical batteries to BMW in Europe for the German luxury carmaker’s next generation EVs that are slated to hit the market from 2025, a news report published by the news agency Reuters on 17 August 2022 said, citing two people aware of the matter. The report added that EVE Energy has signed contracts with BMW to become the latter’s primary supplier of battery cells in Europe for the new series of its upcoming EVs. Additionally, EVE...
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    BMW, HBIS to set up new green steel supply chain
    Chinese steel company HBIS announced via press release on 4 August that it had signed an MoU with automaker BMW to jointly develop a green low carbon steel supply chain. According to the MoU, the two companies plan: Jointly build the supply chain of green low carbon steel materials using a docking and exchange mechanism Develop low-carbon and green automotive steel materials Certify the use of green and low carbon steel materials and BMW's low-carbon base in steel components BM...
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    BMW plans to begin mass production of fuel cell SUVs from 2025
    German luxury carmaker BMW Group plans to start the mass production and sales of fuel cell vehicles jointly developed with Toyota as early as 2025, according to a news report published by Nikkei Asia on 12 August 2022. BMW’s plan was disclosed by the company’s Sales Chief Pieter Nota, who told the news agency in an interview that the German automaker has several ongoing projects with Toyota on the fuel cell technology. “We see that hydrogen fuel cell technology is particularly relevant ...
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    European Lithium signs lithium hydroxide offtake agreement with BMW
    News agency Reuters reported on 5 August that Australian mining company European Lithium Limited had signed a non-binding battery-grade lithium hydroxide offtake agreement with German automaker BMW. According to the report, BMW is expected to eventually make an upfront pre-payment of USD15 million to European Lithium to help start the construction phase of its Wolfsberg Project in Vienna, Austria. Significance: European Lithium is currently planning to set up a integrated lithium project i...
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    BMW selects Nexen's N’FERA SPORT tires for OE fitment on 2 Series Active Tourer
    South Korean tire manufacturer Nexen announced via press release on 4 August that its N’FERA SPORT tires had been selected as OE fitment on BMW’s 2nd generation 2 Series Active Tourer. According to the press release, the premium sports tire features asymmetrical patterns ideal for high-speed driving as well as excellent drainage performance thanks to its 3+1 wide grooves. Significance: The N’FERA SPORT, valued for its impressive wet grip performance and high-speed stability, has prev...
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    BMW launches second battery module production line at Leipzig plant in Germany
    BMW Group has launched the second battery module production line at its Leipzig-based plant in Germany, the company announced on 1 August 2022. The said production line is slated to supply the battery modules for the fully electric BMW i4, which is manufactured in Munich. According to the company, the first battery production line at the Leipzig plant went on stream in May 2021. The modules produced on that line are supplied for the BMW iX. The gradual expansion of electric vehicle (EV) ...
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    BMW’s MINI Concept Aceman features circular OLED display
    BMW has unveiled the MINOI concept Aceman, which features a round OLED display, it said in a press release on 27 July. The display combines all the functions of the instrument cluster and the on-board monitor. The toggle switch bar is set below the large screen while it also combines touch control and physical switches. The circular OLED display takes up the entire surface of the central interface while the user interface also features a completely new graphic display, with newly designed wid...
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    BMW recalls all-electric iX, i4 vehicles in the US over software issue
    BMW is recalling several all-electric iX and i4 models citing failure to illuminate warning notifications in the vehicle’s center information display (CID) due to a programing issue, autoevolution reported on 19 July.   Significance: According to the report, the main cause is "a programming error" that may have an impact on how some warning messages are displayed in the CID when the vehicle is in valet parking mode. The automaker had to therefore recall vehicles because some of the fun...
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    BMW issues clarification over heated seat subscription service
    BMW has issued a clarification on 15 July after its heated seat subscription was criticized. The German automaker had announced subscriptions for heated seats in a number of countries at a monthly subscription cost of roughly USD18 for the front seats, with options to subscribe for a year at USD180 and USD300 for three years and “unlimited” access for USD415. BMW has clarified that if a vehicle is initially ordered with heated seats, that option will remain fully operational for...
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    BMW Group joins Linux open-source foundation’s Yocto Project
    Linus foundation has announced that German automaker BMW joined the Yocto Project, according to a press release published by PRNewswire on 15 July. Richard Purdie, Linux Foundation Fellow, said, "Recognizing sustainability in the context of open source is an extremely welcome development, and we look forward to working more closely with BMW Group to further enhance the project. We hope that others will follow their lead in sustainability and together we can strengthen and allow open-source pr...
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