+++ Start of H2Haul pilot project at the BMW Group plant in Leipzig +++ Head of BMW Group Logistics, Michael Nikolaides: “Our openness to technology in the BMW Group is also reflected in transport logistics” +++ Holistic approach of the BMW Group hydrogen strategy in production, product and logistics +++
Team WRT achieved an impressive 1-2 result with the BMW M4 GT3 at the Bathurst 12 Hour (AUS), the season opener of the Intercontinental GT Challenge (IGTC). Brothers Sheldon and Kelvin van der Linde (both RSA) triumphed alongside Augusto Farfus (BRA) in car #32. Following them, Valentino Rossi (ITA), Raffaele Marciello (SUI), and Charles Weerts (BEL) in the #46 BMW M4 GT3 secured second place.
With the first-ever BMW M3 CS Touring (fuel consumption combined: 10.5 l/100 km [26.9 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 238 g/km in the WLTP cycle, CO2 class: G), BMW M GmbH is adding another special-edition model to its line-up in the high-performance sports car segment. The latest new addition to the manufacturer’s most popular range builds on the success of the BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive (fuel consumption combined: 10.4 l/100 km [27.2 mpg ...
As a vanguard in the field of electric mobility, the BMW iX has established a unique combination of progressive luxury and locally emission-free driving pleasure.The new edition of the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) features an increase in driving performance combined with significantly extended range. Specific exterior and interior design modifications emphasise the sporty character of the new BMW iX.
+++ BMW i5 and BMW i5 Touring with increased range +++ New interior equipment selections for the BMW 5 Series +++ Two new powertrain variants for new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé +++ Six-cylinder diesel variant for new BMW X3 +++ Higher charging rates for plug-in hybrid models of the BMW X1, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, BMW 7 Series and for all BMW XM variants +++ Debut of the new BMW Digital Key Plus +++ Tyre repair kit Plus as standard on BMW X2 and additional ...
During the Roar before the 24 last weekend, BMW M Motorsport drivers and teams intensely prepared for the first season highlight of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship (IWSC), the 24 Hours of Daytona (USA). One week before the race, three test days featuring seven sessions were held, during which BMW M Team RLL with its two BMW M Hybrid V8s gave strong performances.
++ BMW Group: Significant +13.5% sales growth in fully-electric vehicles +++ With over 2.45 million units delivered, BMW Group meets adjust-ed sales target for 2024 +++ BMW brand increases sales in selected regions, gains market shares and maintains position as global segment leader +++ Jochen Goller: “BEV growth to continue in 2025” +++
+++ First-ever BMW Panoramic iDrive will define the in-vehicle experience of BMW’s forthcoming “Neue Klasse” – or, “New Class” of vehicles –, which is set to launch in late 2025 +++ Iconic US-based comedian Tim Meadows will host the BMW Press Conference on Tuesday, January 7th at 8:30 a.m. PST. +++
BMW M Motorsport looks back on an intense 2024 season that, in addition to victories, titles, and podium finishes, has produced some other impressive figures. The three current race cars, the BMW M Hybrid V8, the BMW M4 GT3, and the BMW M4 GT4, together celebrated 215 wins, completed more than 1,000 races, and covered over one million kilometres.
Titles, victories, and podium finishes around the globe as BMW Motorrad Motorsport looks back on an extraordinarily successful 2024 in both factory and customer racing. The highlight of the season was undoubtedly the world title win by factory rider Toprak Razgatlioglu (TUR) in WorldSBK. Private teams and riders also contributed significantly, securing twelve additional titles in the most prestigious international and national championships worldwide.
The season finale of the Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS was not for the faint-hearted. In the 6-hour Endurance Cup race in Jeddah (KSA), BMW M Team WRT narrowly missed the podium with both BMW M4 GT3s. The #32 car crossed the finish line under the floodlights in fourth place, closely followed by the #46 in fifth. In the team championship standings, BMW M Team WRT is crowned champion.
+++ BMW title tournaments on four continents +++ Kick-off with the premiere of the BMW Australian PGA Championship +++ BMW Golf Cup World Final for the first time in Bangkok (Thailand) +++ Iconic tournaments BMW Championship, BMW PGA Championship, and BMW International Open remain highlights in the global golf calendar +++
The 56th edition of the legendary Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix concluded with another all-BMW podium – once again, the BMW M 1000 RR proved to be the bike to beat on the Guia Circuit. However, the weekend unfolded quite differently from what participants had hoped. Torrential rain initially caused significant schedule delays and ultimately led to the cancellation of the race on the narrow street circuit.
The winner of the 2024 BMW M Award in MotoGP™ is Francesco ‘Pecco’ Bagnaia. The Italian triumphed in a thrilling head-to-head against Spain’s Jorge Martín, with the decision coming down to the season’s final qualifying session at Barcelona. This is Bagnaia’s third consecutive BMW M Award win.
With the new MINI John Cooper Works models, motorsport enthusiasts now have for the first time the choice between two fully electric models and three petrol-powered models with powerful four-cylinder TwinPower Turbo engines. Regardless of the drive train, all of MINI's high-performance models share the unparalleled driving dynamics, racing-inspired suspension technology, and the exclusive and aerodynamically optimized design.
+++ Looking ahead after extraordinary challenges in Q3. +++ Significant BEV growth, with a sales share of 19.1% in Q3. +++ BMW brand increases sales volume in Europe as of September: +7.6%, leading position expanded. +++ BMW sales and market share stable in the US. +++ Significant inventory reduction planned in Q4 – forecast auto free cash flow confirmed. +++ Zipse: “Securing short-term earnings and long-term success” +++
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CO2 emission information.
Fuel consumption, CO2 emission figures and power consumption and range were measured using the methods required according to Regulation VO (EC) 2007/715 as amended. They refer to vehicles on the German automotive market. For ranges, the NEDC figures take into account differences in the selected wheel and tyre size, while the WLTP figures take into account the effects of any optional equipment.
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