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BMW and Alibaba Form AI Partnership, Integrating Tongyi Large Model in Next-Gen Chinese Vehicles
March 26, 2025 – BMW Unveils Comprehensive 360-Degree AI Strategy in China, Confirming Strategic Partnership with Alibaba in AI Yesterday, BMW announced its comprehensive 360-degree AI strategy for China, encompassing three main pillars: AI-focused enhancement of user experience, AI-empowered business process optimization, supply chain collaboration for mutual success, and a corporate philosophy centered around AI….
BMW Commits to Preserving Its Brand Core Despite Power System Updates
February 27, 2025 – During last week’s 2025 Landshut Technology Days, BMW Group unveiled its sixth-generation eDrive technology, incorporating large cylindrical battery cells and a new 800V high-voltage platform supporting ultra-fast charging. This cutting-edge technology will initially be employed in the brand-new Neue Klasse model, with plans to expand it to the entire range of…
BMW’s Frank Weber Warns Against Unlimited Battery Capacity in EVs
February 12, 2025 – In an interview with “Automotive News” on February 10th, Frank Weber, the head of BMW’s research and development, emphasized that “infinitely increasing battery capacity” is not feasible, warning that such an approach would ultimately undermine the purpose of electric vehicles. Weber highlighted that while there are discussions about electric cars achieving…
BMW Exec Confirms: Fuel-Powered M3 to Coexist with Electric Version, If Regulations Allow
February 10, 2025 – Rumors have been circulating that BMW plans to introduce its first electric M3 model in 2027. However, in a recent interview with CarExpert, Sylvia Neubauer, Vice President of Customer, Brand, and Sales at BMW M Division, confirmed that the next generation M3 will continue to be powered by a straight-six engine,…
BMW’s Investment in GreenSpark Aims to Revolutionize Digital Metal Recycling for Autos
February 8, 2025 – BMW i Ventures, headquartered in California, USA, has announced today its investment in a company named “GreenSpark Software”. Upon inquiry, it was learned that GreenSpark specializes in developing operational software for the automotive metal recycling industry. The investment is expected to help GreenSpark accelerate its product roadmap, expand its market share,…
BMW to Fuel New German Diesel Cars with Vegetable Oil for Lower Carbon Emissions
December 17, 2024 – BMW, echoing a similar strategy to Toyota, believes that a combination of various technologies is essential to significantly reduce CO2 emissions in the automotive industry. Effective from next January, BMW will, for the first time, pre-fill all its new diesel models produced in Germany with HVO 100 hydrogenated vegetable oil. According…
BMW Urges EU to Reconsider 2035 Ban on New Fuel Cars: Labels It Unrealistic
October 17, 2024 – At the Paris Auto Show on Tuesday local time, BMW CEO Oliver Zipse made a clear statement advocating for a new regulatory approach in Europe. He emphasized the need for Europe to leverage its technological advantages and reduce reliance on battery imports. According to reports from AutoNews and Bloomberg, Zipse suggested…
BMW Introduces First-of-its-Kind AI-Driven Magnetic Resonance Vehicle Inspection System with 5-Second Results
July 20, 2024 – BMW has set up the world’s first magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system designed specifically for automobiles in Hawaii, USA, utilizing AI to assist in detecting potential safety hazards in vehicles. Magnetic resonance imaging, commonly known as MRI, is a medical imaging technique that employs magnetic fields and radio waves generated by…
BMW Chairman Criticizes EU Tariffs on Chinese Electric Cars as ‘Dead End’
July 05, 2024 – BMW Chairman and CEO Oliver Zipse has criticized the European Union’s decision to impose a temporary tariff of up to 37.6% on Chinese-made electric vehicles from July 5th. According to Zipse, this measure will not only fail to enhance the competitiveness of the European automotive industry but may actually harm the…
BMW M Division to Introduce Simulated Gear Shifting and Sound Effects in Electric Vehicles
June 25, 2024 – The Hyundai IONIQ 5 N, highly praised by car enthusiasts, has emerged as one of the electric vehicles (EVs) that places the utmost emphasis on the driving experience. Recently, the head of BMW’s M division revealed that they are developing simulated gear shifting and sound effects for their electric cars, a…
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