BMW News

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  BMW factory produces more than 100,000 all-electric cars in a year for the first time

  The BMW Group plant in Regensburg reached another milestone: on 13 December, the threshold of 100,000 all-electric vehicles produced since the beginning of 2024 was crossed.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 17, 2024, 2:25 p.m.
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  BMW wants its cars to be able to detect heart attacks and strokes in drivers

  The BMW Group and Universitätsmedizin Berlin (Charité) have started to explore the possibility of integrating medical technology into cars. The aim of the collaboration is to develop methods for predicting cardiovascular risks in drivers.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 13, 2024, 11:18 p.m.
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  BMW has opened the largest and quietest vertical wind tunnel in the world

  The new Aeroacoustics and Electric Drive Centre (AEC) begins operations at the BMW Group's Research and Innovation Centre (FIZ). It replaces the old aeroacoustic wind tunnel, which had been in operation for almost 40 years.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 12, 2024, 7:06 p.m.
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  BMW and CEVA Logistics test an electric car haulage truck in France

  Back in September, CEVA Logistics and the BMW Group began testing an electric car carrier to deliver new BMW and MINI cars in the Paris region. However, the details of this project have only now been revealed.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 2, 2024, 5:31 p.m.
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  BMW M3 Touring by Manhart — a beast on wheels

  Manhart has souped up the BMW M3 Touring, pushing its power from 503 hp to a whopping 855 hp. The German tuning company created the MH3 800 Touring model, transforming an already fast station wagon into a beast on wheels.

  Maksim Tropko

  Nov. 27, 2024, 1:19 p.m.
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  BMW is now making batteries for EVs with the help of two powerful electric trucks

  BMW Group Plant Leipzig has started using two electric trucks to move parts around its factory. These trucks take components from the warehouse to where they make high-voltage batteries.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 21, 2024, 11:26 a.m.
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  Neue Klasse design to be applied to all new BMW models, even with internal combustion engines

  BMW plans to use its Neue Klasse design for all future cars. This includes electric, hybrid, and gas-powered vehicles.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 18, 2024, 4:14 p.m.
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  BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé enters second generation with sportier styling and updated interior

  BMW has unveiled the new 2 Series Gran Coupe for 2025. The model comes with extensive updates, a revised powertrain, improved chassis technology, and systems for partially automated driving and parking.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 17, 2024, 2:26 p.m.
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  BMW Skytop goes into production and is already sold out

  BMW will build 50 Skytop roadsters. The luxury carmaker announced the limited production run, responding to high demand from VIP customers.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 11, 2024, 7:52 p.m.
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  BMW returns to the Rebelle Rally with the new BMW X3 M50

  BMW of North America is gearing up for another thrilling run at the Rebelle Rally, bringing their all-new high-performance BMW X3 M50 to the challenging off-road endurance event. The company's return follows a podium finish last year.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 11, 2024, 9:57 a.m.
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  BMW Group brings popular streaming service Paramount+ to its vehicles

  BMW Group is bringing Paramount+ to its cars. Drivers will get to watch their favorite shows and movies while their vehicles are parked.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 10, 2024, 4:04 p.m.
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  BMW E34 M5 found in garage of abandoned $1.5 million mansion

  A classic BMW E34 M5 was found abandoned in a $1.5 million mansion's garage. The car has been untouched since 2008, raising questions about what happened to its owner.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 9, 2024, 10:51 a.m.
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  BMW M Mixed Reality: New features to enhance the digital driving experience

  BMW Group is expanding its driving experience with a new technology that merges the real and virtual worlds.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 4, 2024, 11:20 a.m.
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  BMW, Ford & Honda Begin Operations of EV-Grid Integration Joint Venture ChargeScape

  BMW, Ford, and Honda have kicked off operations for their new joint venture, ChargeScape. The companies have joined forces to create a software platform that'll make electric vehicles (EVs) work better with the power grid.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 25, 2024, 2:50 p.m.
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  BMW Is Shaking Up Its Design Team

  BMW Group is shaking up its design teams. The company will make big changes across its brands starting October 1. Adrian van Hooydonk will stay in charge of the overall design direction.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 16, 2024, 9:47 a.m.
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  BMW's global recall could cost nearly $1 billion

  BMW has started a huge recall that affects more than 1.5 million cars around the world. The company found problems with the braking system in these vehicles.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 12, 2024, 2:26 p.m.
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  Canadian Exclusive: 2025 BMW X5 Edition 25 Years

  BMW is launching a special X5 in Canada to mark 25 years of the popular SUV. The X5 Edition 25 Jahre will hit Canadian dealerships in the last three months of the year.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 12, 2024, 11:06 a.m.
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  BMW says M5 owners almost never take their cars to the track

  BMW M5 owners rarely take their high-performance cars to the track. This trend goes against BMW's design intentions for the vehicle, which was built to handle circuit driving.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 29, 2024, 10:06 a.m.
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  BMW and Toyota to expand hydrogen car partnership

  Toyota and BMW are teaming up to save hydrogen cars. The two automakers plan to sign a new agreement in early September to strengthen their partnership in fuel cell vehicle development, Nikkei Asia reports.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 29, 2024, 8:45 a.m.
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  BMW recalls more than 720,000 vehicles in the U.S. for water pumps that could cause a fire

  BMW plans to recall over 720,000 vehicles due to a problem with the water pump's electrical connector. The issue might lead to a fire in rare cases.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 20, 2024, 4:36 p.m.