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    Lighter and safer: The evolving market of battery pack enclosure
    The bid to make lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries more efficient and safer has been an ongoing process, with discussions mostly revolving around cell technology and chemistry advancements. As the traditional Li-ion cell chemistries approach the advancement ceiling, avenues other than the cell are being considered for increasing the safety and efficiency of batteries. Battery pack enclosures have become an intrinsic part of the discussions around battery pack performance and their overall impact ...
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    BMW's recall rumble: Brake-by-wire woes
    BMW has initiated a recall involving over 1.5 million vehicles globally, citing issues with the integrated braking system (IBS) supplied by Continental AG. This recall encompasses significant models such as the BMW 5-Series, 7-Series, Rolls-Royce Spectre, Mini Cooper, Mini Countryman and numerous BMW crossovers. The defect lies in the brake-by-wire (BBW) technology, an innovative system aimed at enhancing braking efficiency through electronic signals rather than traditional hydraulic mechanisms....
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    Redwood Materials partners with BMW Group to recycle lithium-ion batteries
    Redwood Materials has announced a partnership with BMW of North America to recycle lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries from electrified vehicles across the BMW Group, including BMW, MINI and Rolls Royce. This initiative involves collaboration with BMW Group's extensive network of over 700 locations, ranging from dealerships and distribution centers to internal facilities, to facilitate the recovery of end-of-life Li-ion batteries. The partnership highlights Redwood's commitment to recycling and re...
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    BMW, Ford and Honda launch ChargeScape to integrate EVs with power grid
    BMW, Ford and Honda have initiated the operations of ChargeScape, their joint venture aimed at integrating electric vehicles (EVs) into the power grid, which was first announced in 2023. This venture will leverage software to manage the flow of data and energy between EVs and the power grid, enhancing grid stability and offering cost savings to EV drivers. The announcement marks a significant commitment by these automakers toward EVs and reducing ownership costs, addressing the dual challenge...
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    BMW, University of Zagreb deploy AI to improve production of battery cells
    As part of a research cooperation between the BMW Group's Battery Cell Competence Center (BCCC) and the University of Zagreb's Regional Center of Excellence for Robotic Technology (CRTA), the two partners are jointly developing solutions to improve the production of battery cells using AI, BMW announced Sept. 12. Doctoral candidates and students at the University of Zagreb are collecting and structuring existing production data, which is then used to develop new AI models to identify certain ...
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    BMW adjusts 2024 outlook due to brake system issue that impacts about 1.5 million vehicles globally
    BMW has revised its financial outlook for the 2024 fiscal year, attributing the change primarily to unforeseen challenges within its Automotive Segment, the Germany-based automaker said in a press release on Sept. 10. One significant factor is a series of delivery stops and technical measures associated with the Integrated Braking System (IBS) provided by a supplier, which affected global sales negatively in the second half of the year. This issue impacts over 1.5 million vehicles and will incur...
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    BMW and Toyota advance fuel-cell electric vehicle technology collaboration
    The BMW Group and Toyota Motor Corp. have officially announced that they are advancing their collaboration in the development of fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) technology, with plans to launch new FCEV models for passenger cars. BMW announced its intention to introduce its first series production FCEV in 2028, offering an all-electric powertrain with zero local emissions. This move is part of both companies' commitment to the hydrogen economy and represents an elevation of their joint effo...
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    BMW begins pre-series production of new electric motors for next-generation EVs at Steyr, Austria, plant
    The BMW Group plant in Steyr, Austria, has started pre-series production of the new electric motor for its next-generation electric vehicles, the German premium carmaker announced Sept. 9. This one-year, pre-series production phase will serve to thoroughly test the production facilities and the produced motor before they can be manufactured for customer vehicles, the company said, adding that the first pre-series production of the next-generation electric motor marks two-thirds of the progres...
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    BMW recalls 1,150 i4 electric cars in US over chassis issue
    BMW is initiating a recall for 1,150 of its model year 2024 i4 electric cars in the US due to a potential structural integrity issue caused by a part of the chassis that may crack, Green Car Reports said Aug. 29. This recall affects all three versions of the i4: The base single-motor i4 eDrive40, the dual-motor i4 xDrive50 and the range-topping i4 M50. According to a report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the issue lies with the left-side longitudinal beam of ...
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    BMW announces global recall for Mini Cooper SE over battery concerns
    BMW has initiated a global recall of its Mini Cooper SE electric vehicles, addressing concerns over battery problems that could potentially implicate over 140,000 units worldwide, as confirmed by a company spokesperson. In Germany alone, approximately 39,000 vehicles are expected to be impacted by this recall. The automaker has highlighted issues within the battery system that may lead to overheating, and has not dismissed the possibility of vehicle fires occurring even when the cars are park...
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    BMW recalls more than 12,500 Mini Cooper SE electric hatchbacks in US due to fire risk
    BMW’s MINI brand is recalling 12,535 Cooper SE electric hatchbacks due to a fire risk, according to a report by Green Car Reports. The recall covers the Cooper SE electric hatchbacks from the model years 2020 through 2024. In affected vehicles, a manufacturing issue could cause a short circuit in the battery pack, leading to a risk of fire. According to BMW’s documents, submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the affected Cooper SE electric hatchbacks may ...
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    Yokohama Rubber supplies Advan Sport V107 tires as original equipment for BMW M2
    Yokohama Rubber has announced that its Advan Sport V107 tires have been selected as original equipment tires for the BMW M2, a high-performance compact sports car launched by BMW in April. The Japanese tiremaker is supplying the tire in two sizes: 275/35ZR19 (100Y) for the front and 285/30ZR20 (99Y) for the rear. These tires are part of Yokohama Rubber's global flagship Advan brand and represent an ultra-high performance tire category. Developed in collaboration with BMW, the Advan Sport V107...
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    Toyota and BMW to expand fuel-cell vehicle collaboration
    Toyota Motor Corp. and BMW are reportedly planning to enhance their collaboration in the development of fuel-cell vehicles, as mentioned in a Nikkei Asia article. According to this report, the two automotive giants are poised to sign a memorandum of understanding regarding their partnership in the coming week, with an anticipated official announcement on Sept. 5. However, when approached for comments, a spokesperson from Toyota clarified that the Nikkei Asia report does not originate from an ...
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    Apollo Tyres supplies Vredestein brand tires to MINI Cooper
    Apollo Tyres has broadened its collaboration with BMW Group by supplying Vredestein brand tires for the latest MINI Cooper range in Europe, Autocar Professional reported Aug. 23. The Indian tiremaker is supplying summer, all-season and winter tires specifically tailored for the Cabrio, three-door and five-door models of the MINI Cooper. The tires selected for this partnership include the Vredestein Ultrac for summer, Quatrac Pro for all-season, and Wintrac Pro for winter conditions. Apol...
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    Mattel partners with BMW, AirConsole to unveil popular card game UNO as an in-car game at gamescom 2024
    Mattel, in collaboration with BMW and AirConsole, has unveiled its popular card game UNO as an in-car game at gamescom 2024, currently being held in Cologne, Germany, according to a press release by BMW. Visitors at the event will be the first to experience the UNO Car Party! in-car game, accessible through the AirConsole platform, in the new BMW X3. The three partners will roll out UNO Car Party! to over 500,000 BMW and MINI vehicles via an over-the-air update from Aug. 21. The development t...
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    BMW recalls nearly 720,800 vehicles in North America to fix issue with faulty water pump
    BMW is recalling 720,796 vehicles in North America over concerns of a short circuit, Reuters reported Aug. 20. The recall affects some crossovers including the X1, X3 and X5, along with the 3 Series and 5 Series sedans, among other models. These vehicles are equipped with an electric water pump that may short circuit because of faulty installation, leading to a fire risk. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an improperly sealed electrical connector on the ...
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    BMW invests in expanding EV charging infrastructure in Mexico
    BMW Group Mexico has entered into a new strategic alliance with Vemo, which joins other strategic allies to expand the electric vehicle charging infrastructure on public roads for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, the company announced Aug. 12. The move, part of BMW’s plan to invest €724,000 in Latin America to expand its EV charging network offering to customers, entails the buildout of 251 new EV chargers on public roads across Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Me...
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    BMW and MINI apps enhance EV ownership experience
    The BMW Group has introduced the latest updates in the My BMW App and MINI App, which are integral to owners of BMW and MINI brand vehicles. According to a press release by the German automaker, the latest update introduced a series of features designed to produce a seamless route-planning experience when switching between vehicle and app. It allows owners to set options such as avoiding motorways, ferries or toll roads, and these settings are always automatically synchronized in both directions...
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    BMW CEO criticizes EU's plan to ban sale of ICE vehicles without expanding e-fuel availability
    BMW CEO Oliver Zipse has criticized the EU's plan to ban sales of new vehicles powered by internal combustion engine (ICE) by 2035, terming it as the “wrong approach,” Autocar reported Aug. 9. Zipse has urged the EU to accelerate the rollout of e-fuels, which are made from CO2 captured from the atmosphere and hydrogen, and therefore considered carbon-neutral. The EU legislation permits the sale of combustion engines that operate exclusively on carbon-neutral fuels, such as e-f...
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    BMW recalls over 100,000 vehicles in US due to starter issue
    BMW is recalling 105,558 vehicles in the US due to a potential issue with the starter motor, which could overheat and fail to start. The recall affects the model years 2019–2020 BMW X5 and X7; model year 2020 BMW 3 Series, 8 Series and X6; and model years 2020–2021 BMW 7 Series. According to BMW, in certain cases where the engine starter had some mechanical damage, the engine could not be turned on. “If the driver repeatedly attempts to start the engine using excessively long starting a...
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    Aisin and BMW Group forge partnership for e-axles production
    Aisin Corp. has entered into a strategic partnership with the BMW Group, where they will collaborate on the production of build-to-print e-axles, based on a design provided by BMW. This partnership is predicated on the long-standing relationship between Aisin and BMW, through which Aisin has previously supplied the car manufacturer with key components such as automatic transmissions and variable valve timings (VVTs). This new step in their collaboration will see Aisin producing e-axles i...
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    BMW expands global battery production for EVs
    The BMW Group is embarking on a significant expansion of its production network for next-generation high-voltage batteries, essential for its Neue Klasse of fully electric vehicles. Milan Nedeljković, a board member for production, announced plans to establish five production facilities across three continents, adhering to a "local for local" strategy to closely link battery production with vehicle manufacturing. This strategy, explained by Markus Fallböhmer, senior vice president of Batter...
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    BMW recalls more than 291,000 vehicles in US to replace interior cargo rails
    BMW is recalling more than 291,000 sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in the US to fix interior cargo rails that can detach in the event of a crash, the Associated Press reported July 24. The recalls cover select vehicles from the 2018 through 2023 model years. According to the documents submitted by BMW to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the automaker found out about the problem in August 2022 after an “extreme rare crash” involving a model year 2022 X3 SUV. The au...
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    BMW Group joins Eclipse Foundation's Software Development Vehicle Working Group
    The BMW Group has become a strategic member of the Eclipse Foundation's Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) Working Group, which facilitates global collaboration on open-source software technologies for use in modern vehicles, the company said in a press release on July 18. The German carmaker, as a strategic member, brings over 20 years of experience in in-house software development. This includes pioneering work in digital vehicle access, over-the-air upgrades and vehicle backend structures. "BM...
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    BMW partners with Munich-based startup DeepDrive to test innovative electric motor technology
    BMW Startup Garage, a BMW Group program that evaluates potential startups as suppliers and long-term partners of the BMW Group, is partnering with Munich-based startup DeepDrive to test a pioneering electric motor featuring dual-rotor technology, which promises to deliver super-efficient and powerful drives with extensive range capabilities. Following a successful initial phase with promising results on the test rig, the BMW Group and DeepDrive are advancing to the first field test where vari...
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    BMW wins CCC Digital Key certificate from the Car Connectivity Consortium
    The BMW Group has become the first automaker to receive the CCC Digital Key certificate from the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) for its digital vehicle access, the Germany-based company said in a press release on July 16. This certification acknowledges the BMW Digital Key's adherence to the consortium's stringent standards for secure and interoperable vehicle-to-device access. CCC is an association focusing on the advancement of vehicle connectivity with intelligent mobile devices. Its me...
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    Partial automated driving systems do not improve vehicle safety, IIHS says
    According to a press release on July 11, a study conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the Highway Loss Data Institute has revealed that partially automated driving systems in vehicles do not significantly enhance safety beyond the common crash avoidance features. The research specifically examined BMW and Nissan models equipped with systems capable of keeping the car within its lane, slowing down when detecting nearby vehicles and navigating curves. Jessica Cicch...
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    Critical Metals and Obeikan Group form joint venture for lithium hydroxide processing plant in Saudi Arabia
    Mining development company Critical Metals has finalized an agreement with Obeikan Group to form a joint venture, Arabian New Energy, to build a large-scale lithium hydroxide processing plant in Saudi Arabia. The plant will process spodumene concentrate produced from the Wolfsberg Lithium Project located in Austria. The incorporation of the equally owned joint venture is awaiting successful registration and approval by Saudi regulatory authorities.  Arabian New Energy will seek to have e...
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    BMW recalls over 390,000 vehicles in US owing to airbag concerns
    BMW of North America has initiated a recall for over 390,000 vehicles in the US owing to a potentially dangerous issue with airbag inflators that could explode, posing a serious risk of injury or death. The recall includes certain model year 2006–11 3-Series sedan, 2006–13 3-Series Sportwagon and 2009–13 3-Series sedan vehicles. The recall specifically targets vehicles where the original steering wheel may have been swapped out for a sport or M-sport steering wheel that includes a Takat...
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    AESC appoints Knudt Flor as CEO for US and Europe operations
    AESC, a Japan-based company specializing in high-performance battery technology for electric vehicles and energy storage systems, has appointed Knudt Flor as CEO for its operations in the US and Europe. Flor, who brings over 35 years of experience in the automotive industry, will also serve as global head of Quality. He will be based in Murfreesboro, Tenn. His notable career includes serving as president and CEO of BMW Manufacturing Corp. LLC USA, between December 2016 and October 2021. Befor...
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    BMW, NTT Data establish new IT and software hubs in Romania
    BMW has expanded its global network of information technology (IT) and software hubs with opening of a new center called “BMW TechWorks Romania” in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, the automaker said in a press release on July 4. In collaboration with Japanese partner NTT Data, BMW TechWorks Romania will become a key hub for the German carmaker’s IT and software projects in Europe. The investment will accelerate BMW’s digital transformation.      BMW TechWorks Romania joins the Ge...
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    BMW secures approval for combination of Level 2 and Level 3 autonomous driving
    According to a press release on June 25, BMW has achieved a significant milestone in automated driving technology by becoming the first car manufacturer to receive approval for the integration of both a Level 2 and a Level 3 driving assistance system in the same vehicle. The new BMW 7 Series now features the BMW Highway Assistant, a Level 2 system, and the BMW Personal Pilot L3, a Level 3 system. The BMW Highway Assistant enhances long-distance driving comfort by allowing the vehicle to opera...
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    BMW cancels two billion euro battery cell contract with Northvolt
    BMW has reportedly cancelled its €2 billion order with Swedish company Northvolt for electric vehicle (EV) lithium-ion cells. This development was initially reported by various German media outlets, including manager magazin, which highlighted Northvolt's inability to meet the delivery timelines stipulated in the long-term supply contract established in 2020. The supply of the cells, which were to be produced in Europe at the Northvolt gigafactory at Skellefteå in northern Sweden, was...
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    BMW's Regensburg plant enhances automation with autonomous transport vehicle
    According to a press release on June 18, BMW Group Plant Regensburg in Germany has integrated an autonomous transport vehicle into its press plant, enhancing the digitalization and automation of its manufacturing processes. This move aligns with the digital and intelligently connected BMW iFACTORY strategy. The electric, driverless platform truck is designed to autonomously transport press tools and steel blanks to press lines, supporting loads up to 55 metric tons. Equipped with cutting-edge...
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    GMV incorporates positioning technology into BMW's Personal Pilot L3
    According to a press release June 12, GMV has incorporated its precise, safe, and dependable positioning technology into BMW's Personal Pilot L3 function. The new feature, which is part of the BMW 7 Series, relies on SAE Level 3 automated driving that allows the vehicle to manage specific driving tasks within defined conditions, calling for human intervention only when the system comes across challenges that exceed its capabilities.  GMV's proprietary positioning solution is composed of ...
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    BMW Group selects Cerence emergency vehicle detection to alert drivers of approaching emergency vehicles
    As reported in a press release June 4, BMW Group will utilize Cerence Inc.'s emergency vehicle detection (EVD) to enhance the safety features of its BMW Personal Pilot L3 conditional automated driving system, according to an announcement by Cerence. As part of Cerence's Audio AI suite, EVD uses the unique sound structure of emergency siren signals to reliably detect approaching emergency vehicles such as police cars, fire trucks and ambulances. This technology offers the required intelligence fo...
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    BMW kicks off construction of high-voltage battery assembly plant in Mexico
    BMW has commenced the construction of its high-voltage battery assembly plant in Mexico, the German luxury-car maker announced May 3. The company said that its facility in Mexico, named BMW Group Plant San Luis Potosí, is also expanding the body shop, assembly and logistics areas. The new battery plant will prepare the company to produce its Neue Klasse range of electric cars in Mexico from 2027. BMW said that the company is investing a total of €800 million on expanding capacities at its ...
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    Ionna reflects automakers’ intent to step into EV charging space to win consumers
    In July 2023, seven global carmakers — BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz and Stellantis — came together to set up a joint venture focused on providing a reliable, high-speed electric vehicle charging network across North America. The JV has a goal of providing a reliable DC charging network that can offer a seamless charging experience, aimed at exceeding customer expectations in a market that is marred by a lack of adequate EV charging networks, range anxiety, dysfunct...
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    Tata Technologies announces multiple large deals, poised for growth in software and automotive services
    Tata Technologies, a provider of product engineering and digital services, announced that it closed a dozen large deals in fiscal year 2024, including a $50 million-plus deal and five deals from the $15 million to $25 million range. The company is currently engaged in several large deal discussions with existing and new customers, and anticipates an uptick in deal conversions in the current quarter. Tata Technologies continues to lead in generative AI and software-defined devices services, as...
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    BMW receives permit to build a new battery assembly plant in Lower Bavaria, Germany
    The BMW Group has received the building permit for its new electric vehicle battery assembly plant in the communities of Irlbach and Straßkirchen, Lower Bavaria, Germany, the carmaker said April 18. The decision for the development plan was made on April 10, 2024, in the planning association of the two communities of Irlbach and Straßkirchen. It was only in September 2023 that a referendum in Straßkirchen cleared the way for the BMW Group to settle in Straßkirchen and Irlbach, the company...
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    Rimac Technology to provide high-voltage battery units to BMW Group
    Rimac Technology has partnered with BMW Group, under which Rimac will supply high-voltage battery units for BMW Group’s product range, it said in a press release dated April 9. This partnership represents the largest and most ambitious project for Rimac Technology to date. To accommodate the project, a significant portion of the Rimac Campus near Zagreb, Croatia will be dedicated to the development of sophisticated automated production lines for batteries. The companies will ...
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    BMW begins construction work of its battery plant in Straßkirchen, Germany
    German luxury-car maker BMW has commenced construction work at its new battery assembly plant in Straßkirchen, Germany, according to a news report published by online news portal Electrive on April 3. Citing local news publications, the report said that the carmaker submitted an application to the local district office for an early start of construction work that was approved last week. Citing a report published by Bayerischer Rundfunk, the site manager at BMW’s upcoming battery plant t...
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    BMW partners with Tata Technologies to develop automotive software and business IT solutions
    BMW Group has partnered with engineering and digital services company Tata Technologies in India, it said in a press release dated April 2. Under the partnership agreement, the two companies will form a joint venture with the aim to establish a software and IT development hub in the cities of Pune, Bangalore and Chennai in India. While the hubs in Bangalore and Pune is expected to handle development and operations activities, the Chennai hub will focus on business IT solutions. The JV will le...
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    ZKW's innovative lighting solutions debut on new BMW XM
    ZKW, a leading automotive lighting manufacturer based in Wieselburg, Austria, has developed unique and innovative front and rear lights for the new BMW XM. The narrow front and rear lights feature high-resolution LED headlamps and all-round, narrow, full LED lamps with separate controls. According to Wilhelm Steger, CEO of the ZKW Group, the project represented a significant milestone for the company, as it is the first time that ZKW's lighting solutions have been incorporated into premium BM...
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    New Schedl Hungária investment to create 160 jobs in Hungary
    Schedl Hungária Kft., a German-owned company specializing in wheel assembly and sequential delivery, is investing €101.1 million to open new production facilities in Debrecen, Hungary, and Kecskemét, Hungary. The greenfield investment is expected to create 160 jobs and enable the company to meet growing demand in the electric vehicle segment, particularly from BMW and Mercedes-Benz. With 30 years of experience and 17 million wheels delivered annually, Schedl has established itself as a tr...
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    BMW launches Shell-powered BMW Charging in North America
    BMW has announced the addition of Shell Recharge Solutions as a second eMobility provider, in a press release dated March 13. This will give customers easy access to Shell Recharge, ChargePoint, EVgo, EVConnect and Blink charging stations via the My BMW App. BMW owners will be able to locate, access and charge at all affiliated locations via their My BMW app. BMW Charging now offers electric vehicle drivers easy and convenient access to over 100,000 public charging points in the US and Canada...
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    Analog Devices and BMW Group join forces to provide 10Mb Ethernet for automotive application
    According to a press release on March 6, Analog Devices Inc. (ADI) and the BMW Group have announced an early adoption of ADI's 10BASE-T1S Ethernet to the Edge bus technology within the automotive industry. The BMW Group will be a leading original equipment manufacturer to implement the technology, which supports automotive megatrends such as software-defined vehicles. The collaboration between ADI and the BMW Group began in 2018, with the goal of simplifying the implementation of Ethernet to ...
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    BMW begins construction of high-voltage battery-assembly plant in Thailand
    BMW Group has commenced the construction of its own local manufacturing facility for the generation-5 high-voltage batteries in Rayong, Thailand, the company announced March 4. The local battery-assembly unit will enable BMW to manufacture fully electric vehicles, with local battery-electric vehicle (BEV) production scheduled to start in the second half of 2025. The planned high-voltage battery-assembly facility is expected to have a footprint of 4,000 square meters and is going to be an impo...
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    BMW offers unlimited data plan for in-vehicle Wi-Fi and infotainment in France and Germany
    BMW customers in France and Germany can now activate a Personal eSIM in their vehicles to access additional infotainment features and Wi-Fi connectivity through a partnership with Ubigi. The service is available for BMW vehicles with BMW Operating System 8, 8.5 and 9, and enables in-vehicle WiFi-Hotspot, first-row video streaming services and entertainment powered by Amazon Fire TV. The cost of the service is €10 per month for unlimited data allowance. According to Céline Laurent-Winter, v...
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    BMW recalls nearly 80,000 vehicles in US over potential brake-system malfunction
    According to a filing on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA's) website on Feb. 21, BMW is recalling 79,670 vehicles over an issue with braking. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power-brake assist, or cause the antilock brake (ABS) and dynamic stability control (DSC) systems to not function properly. A loss of power-brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, and malfunctioning of the ABS and/or DSC systems ...
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    Ionna receives approval from regulatory authorities, begins charging services in North America
    Ionna, the joint venture formed by seven leading carmakers such as BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis to focus on building one of the largest fast charging networks across North America last year, has finally received the necessary approvals from the regulatory authorities to commence operations, the charge point operator (CPO) announced on February 9. It can be recalled that in July 2023, the said seven carmakers came together to set up a country-wide EV ...
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    BMW’s reiterates plan to begin producing electric drives from Steyr factory from July 2024
    German luxury-car maker BMW announced Feb. 1 that its plan to begin production of electric drives at its Steyr, Austria, factory from July 2024 is on track. Updating on the new factory, the company said that the facility has been constructed in record time and will see installation of about 300 pieces of equipment and machinery over the next few months to ready the factory for production operations by July. According to the company, the plant machinery and equipment that will be installe...
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    European Commission approves EV charging JV of Mercedes-Benz and BMW for China
    The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the creation of a joint venture by Mercedes-Benz Group China Ltd. of China, controlled by Mercedes-Benz Group AG of Germany; and BMW Brilliance Automotive Ltd. of China, controlled by Bayerische Motoren Werke AG of Germany; the commission notified on its website on Jan. 24. It said that the transaction relates primarily to the market for public charging infrastructure networks for battery-powered cars in China. In its pr...
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    BMW partners with startup Figure to deploy its humanoid robots in its US plant
    Figure, a California, US-based company developing autonomous humanoid robots, said it has signed a commercial agreement with BMW Manufacturing Co. LLC to deploy general-purpose robots in automotive manufacturing environments. The company’s humanoid robots enable the automation of difficult, unsafe or tedious tasks throughout the manufacturing process, which in turn allows employees to focus on skills and processes that cannot be automated, as well as continuous improvement in production eff...
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    BMW plans to produce only EVs at its Munich plant from end 2027
    German luxury-car maker BMW announced Jan. 10 that its Munich factory will produce the electric sedan from the Neue Klasse series from 2026, and from 2027 onward the plant will produce only all-electric models. BMW said that this will make the Munich plant the first factory in its global production network to successfully complete the transformation to electric mobility from the end of 2027. “From 2026, production of the Neue Klasse in the Munich plant will initially run parallel to...
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    Ansys launches solution to streamline development of ADAS/AV systems
    Ansys has launched an end-to-end ADAS solution called AVxcelerate Autonomy, it said in a press release dated December 19. AVxcelerate Autonomy is a cloud-native, end-to-end solution that can reduce the cost and time required for compliance with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicle (AV) regulations by up to 100,000 times reportedly. The solution has been co-developed with the BMW Group. It uses a model-based systems engineering (MBSE) framework and open architecture...
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    BMW’s Operating System 9 features navigation system supported by Mapbox
    Mapbox has announced that it is powering the BMW MINI Operating System 9’s new navigation system, it said in a press release dated December 19. The new system offers an immersive 3D map style with detailed buildings and dynamic lighting, along with navigation features like charging-optimized route planning. The new navigation system will first be launched in the BMW X1 and new MINI Family, followed by other models such as the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer and BMW X2. Mapbox provides the BMW Gr...
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    Battery-maker AESC plans to expand capacity at its gigafactory in South Carolina, US
    Leading Japanese electric vehicle battery-maker AESC plans to invest $810 million on expanding the production capacity of its upcoming gigafactory in Florence County, SC, according to a press note issued by the South Carolina Department of Commerce on Dec. 12. The new investment plan follows AESC’s initial December 2022 announcement of investing $810 million in setting up the battery plant and creating 1,170 jobs at the site. The new investment tranche will take AESC’s total investme...
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    Our Next Energy supplies 608-mile range dual-chemistry battery for BMW iX
    Our Next Energy (ONE) has developed a battery technology called Gemini, which has achieved 608.1 miles of range in a BMW iX on a single charge, it said in a press release on Nov. 30. It was confirmed using a Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) test cycle, the European standard for determining the range of electric vehicles. Gemini’s dual-chemistry architecture features two different cell types using different battery chemistries. For long road trips, Gemini uses high-e...
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    Mercedes-Benz, BMW team up to set up high-power EV charging network in China
    Mercedes-Benz Group China Ltd. and BMW Brilliance Automotive Ltd. have reached an agreement to establish a 50:50 joint venture in China to operate a high-power electric vehicle charging network, the two companies said in a joint announcement on Nov. 30. Under the equal EV charging JV in China, Mercedes-Benz and BMW aim to provide their customers with premium charging services. “Both Mercedes-Benz and BMW will apply the expertise gained from global and Chinese charging operations, as well...
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    BMW Regensburg gains substantially using AI-driven predictive maintenance
    BMW Group Plant Regensburg has implemented an AI-supported predictive maintenance system to monitor conveyor technology during assembly, aiming to avoid more than 500 minutes of vehicle assembly disruption annually. The system uses existing data from installed components and conveyor element control to identify potential faults early, allowing for quick maintenance and minimizing costs, the automaker said Nov. 27. The innovation team at BMW Group Plant Regensburg developed the system in co...
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    Yahoo partners with Xperi to bring Yahoo content to BMW in-car screens
    Yahoo has partnered with Xperi to bring its video content to Xperi's DTS AutoStage Video Service, it said in a press release dated Oct. 30. Through this partnership, Yahoo video content from Yahoo Finance, Yahoo Sports and In the Know will be available to BMW drivers in the US, UK, South Korea, Italy, France, Spain and Germany. Xperi’s entertainment platform will first be deployed in the all-new BMW 5 Series and future BMW models, bringing Yahoo content to the in-car entertainment experience f...
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    BMW produces samples of cylindrical battery cells at Parsdorf facility in Germany
    BMW has started producing the samples of its new cylindrical battery cells at its Cell Manufacturing Competence Centre (CMCC) in Parsdorf, Germany, the carmaker announced October 26. The cylindrical battery cells measure 95 mm tall and have a diameter of 46 mm. BMW said that these new battery cells will be used in its upcoming all-electric Neue Klasse models from 2025. BMW added that its CMCC facility in Parsdorf enables it to span the whole cell value-creation process. The know-how of batter...
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    BMW, Allegro MicroSystems collaborate on traction inverters for BEVs
    Allegro MicroSystems, a leading supplier of power and sensing semiconductor technology for motion control and energy-efficient systems, announced October 17 that German luxury-car maker BMW Group has selected Allegro as the sole current-sensor integrated circuits (ICs) supplier for its traction inverter systems used across the company’s entire fleet of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). The IC’s built-in overcurrent detection and self-diagnostics will enable BMW to meet the highest level o...
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    BMW Group adopts NACS in North America, gets access to Tesla’s Supercharger network
    German luxury-car maker BMW Group becomes the latest automaker to join the list of all others adopting Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) in the US and Canada, starting in 2025, BMW announced October 17. BMW’s shift to adopt NACS will include models from its in-house brands including Rolls-Royce and Mini. As part of the arrangement with Tesla, the BMW Group will also gain access to Tesla’s Supercharger network in the region as early as 2025. “In a continued effort to p...
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    BMW Group plans to introduce direct sales model across Europe starting in 2024
    In a major change over selling its cars to end customers, starting in 2024 BMW Group looks to launch the rollout of its new sales model across Europe in several stages, starting with the Mini in Italy, Poland and Sweden on Jan. 1, 2024, followed by other European countries to make the scheduled transition from 2026. The company in a press release dated October 18 termed this as a key strategic change with all new BMW and Mini vehicles, and nearly-new BMW Group cars to be sold via a genuine agenc...
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    Svolt Energy to supply about 90 GWh of battery capacity to BMW in Europe
    Chinese battery-maker Svolt Energy has received an order to supply about 90 GWh of battery capacity to German luxury-car maker BMW in Europe, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on October 12. The report cited a local media publication named 36kr. It said that the 90 GWh battery-supply order to Svolt Energy is valued at up to 96 billion Chinese yuan (about $13 billion). Svolt Energy will become a battery supplier to BMW, which already has supply agreements with China’s leading ...
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    BMW unveils tech-savvy X2 compact Sports Activity Coupe with improved agility and dynamics
    German carmaker BMW has said that its second-generation compact Sports Activity Coupe, the X2, features a modern, tech-focused interior with the BMW Curved Display and BMW Operating System 9, in a press release dated October 11. The X2 will be available in two variants: The X2 xDrive28i and the high-performance X2 M35i xDrive, which will have a 312hp engine. The new X2 also includes features such as near-actuator wheel-slip limitation, adaptive M suspension and seven-speed Steptronic double-c...
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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
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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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