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Copyright BMW AG Thu, 4 Jun 2026 08:49:19 +0200 en www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458287EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458287EN?language=en Wed, 3 Jun 2026 11:25:46 +0200 +++ Another five local pros tee off at the BMW International Open (1 – 5 July 2026) +++ Freddy Schott, Nicolai von Dellingshausen, Marcel Siem, Marcel Schneider and Max Kieffer are looking forward to their home tournament +++ www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458285EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458285EN?language=en Wed, 3 Jun 2026 10:53:00 +0200 +++ Top topic: Victories and championship leadership in the Italian GT Sprint Cup +++ ADAC GT Masters: Strong weekend at Zandvoort +++ M News compact: More victories and podium finishes +++ www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458189EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458189EN?language=en Wed, 3 Jun 2026 00:01:00 +0200 M xDrive all-wheel-drive system available for the BMW M2 compact high-performance sports car for the first time. Enhanced traction enables even faster acceleration combined with further improved agility and directional stability. M feeling without any trade-off in performance – through every season and in almost any road conditions. Innovative BMW M Ignite engine technology reduces fuel consumption significantly under high loads. Market launch of the BMW ... www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458234EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458234EN?language=en Mon, 1 Jun 2026 08:32:00 +0200 +++ Numerous accidents and full-course yellows dominate the second Endurance Cup round of the season at the “Temple of Speed” +++ Team WRT loses victory chances after a Full-Course Yellow shortly before the end of the race +++ #998 BMW M4 GT3 EVO from ROWE Racing celebrates its second Gold Cup podium finish of the season +++ Oman Racing by Century Motorsport celebrates a podium in the Bronze category +++ www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458229EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458229EN?language=en Sun, 31 May 2026 18:54:29 +0200 +++ Michael van der Mark and Hannes Soomer provide valuable testing work on board the BMW M 1000 RR as substitute riders. +++ Miguel Oliveira spends the weekend with the team on site: recovery progressing well. +++ Danilo Petrucci also continues to make good progress following his injury. +++ www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458227EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458227EN?language=en Sun, 31 May 2026 03:02:54 +0200 +++ Third consecutive podium for BMW M Team WRT: After finishing third in Laguna Seca and achieving a 1-2 finish in the FIA WEC at Spa-Francorchamps, the team secured P2 on the streets of Detroit +++ Philipp Eng and Marco Wittmann celebrated their second consecutive IMSA podium after finishing third in Laguna Seca +++ The #24 BMW M Hybrid V8 also showed strong pace, but two drive-through penalties set the car back +++ www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458196EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458196EN?language=en Thu, 28 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200 BMW Brilliance’s Shenyang Production Base reached another significant milestone with the official roll-off of its 7 millionth vehicle. This achievement not only reflects the BMW Group’s long-standing commitment to the Chinese market and its continued investment in Shenyang, but also marks a new phase in intelligent manufacturing, local innovation, and future production capabilities. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458125EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458125EN?language=en Thu, 28 May 2026 10:45:00 +0200 +++ Use of industrial datasets for AI model training +++ AI improves crash simulation analysis +++ Combining engineering expertise and advanced AI capabilities +++ www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458171EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458171EN?language=en Thu, 28 May 2026 08:00:00 +0200 New Black Package to make the M Performance models of the BMW 3 Series, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé and BMW i4 Gran Coupé look even more dynamic. New AI-powered BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant makes its debut in the BMW iX3. New BMW iX3 40 model expands the Neue Klasse range. Additional BMW Individual paint finishes for the BMW iX3. Tyre repair kit Plus now fitted as standard on models such as the BMW 2 Series Coupé and BMW 4 Series Coupé. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458115EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458115EN?language=en Thu, 28 May 2026 00:01:00 +0200 The MINI Paul Smith Edition blends Paul Smith’s signature “classic with a twist” aesthetic with MINI’s iconic design elements. This special edition is available for the MINI Cooper 3-Door, MINI Cooper 5-Door, and MINI Cooper Convertible. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458104EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458104EN?language=en Mon, 25 May 2026 15:06:26 +0200 First DTM victory for BMW M Motorsport: Kelvin van der Linde triumphs in the Sunday race at Zandvoort from pole position +++ Marco Wittmann climbs onto the podium on Sunday after a magnificent comeback drive from 13th on the grid +++ After the first two race weekends of the season, Wittmann is in third place in the drivers’ standings +++ ADAC GT Masters: Celebration among BMW M Motorsport teams +++ www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458073EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458073EN?language=en Sun, 24 May 2026 16:43:00 +0200 Berlin. Under sunny skies, Berlin’s Bebelplatz was once again transformed into a musical festival venue at the weekend: more than 30,000 visitors attended the 20th edition of “Staatsoper für alle” – the premier open-air event organised by the Staatsoper Unter den Linden and its long-standing partner BMW. With the live broadcast of Giuseppe Verdi’s “Nabucco” and the concert by the Staatskapelle Berlin under Christian Thielemann, the audience was treated to ... www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0457928EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0457928EN?language=en Fri, 22 May 2026 17:00:00 +0200 115 units to mark the 115th anniversary of the Tourist Trophy 2026 on the Mountain Course. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458035EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458035EN?language=en Fri, 22 May 2026 16:00:00 +0200 The BMW M3 E30 is now available as a LEGO® Speed Champions set. The exclusive kit featuring a special-edition livery design is a unique heritage item for fans of all ages. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0457972EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0457972EN?language=en Thu, 21 May 2026 16:05:00 +0200 +++ Pre-series production of the "Energy Master" for the BMW iX5 Hydrogen begins at BMW Group Plant Landshut +++ Second production line for the battery-electric Energy Master goes into operation at the same time +++ Plant strengthens its role in battery-electric and hydrogen drivetrain technologies +++ www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0457966EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0457966EN?language=en Wed, 20 May 2026 09:52:39 +0200 +++ 24h Nürburgring: Seven class victories for the BMW M Motorsport teams. +++ BMW M Racing Academy: “Class of 2026” visits the 24h Nürburgring. +++ M News compact: More victories and podium finishes. +++ www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0457349EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0457349EN?language=en Wed, 20 May 2026 00:01:00 +0200 The MINI Aceman SE is now hitting the road in Down Under. Fully electric, compact and almost silent, MINI’s latest model cruises through Sydney’s iconic backdrops – from the Harbour Bridge and Opera House to Bondi Beach. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0457822EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0457822EN?language=en Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200 +++ BMW and SOLARWATT are strengthening their partnership to deliver holistically optimized home energy solutions +++ BMW enables its vehicles and the BMW Wallbox Professional to integrate seamlessly with SOLARWATT’s Home Energy Management System (HEMS) for optimized use +++ Market launch planned for late 2026 +++ The companies have been collaborating on electric mobility and home storage since 2013 www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0457918EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0457918EN?language=en Mon, 18 May 2026 02:32:00 +0200 +++ Jury crowns BMW Mille Miglia racing car “Best of Show” +++ Mercedes-Benz 300 SL wins the Coppa d’Oro Villa d’Este prize selected by Public Referendum +++ BMW Group celebrates two world premieres: the Vision BMW ALPINA and the BMW Motorrad Vision K18 +++ BMW Group Classic marks anniversaries with special exhibitions +++ Huge crowds at the Public Days on Saturday and Sunday +++ Rare visitors: BMW Art Cars from the worldfamous collection +++ www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0457913EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0457913EN?language=en Sun, 17 May 2026 21:19:00 +0200 +++ BMW M3 Touring 24H finishes 24 hours at the Nürburgring in a sensational fifth overall position and wins the SPX class. +++ #99 BMW M4 GT3 EVO from ROWE Racing narrowly misses the podium in fourth after an early spin. +++ Defending champions with car #1 retire – Top ten result for the #77 BMW M4 GT3 EVO from Schubert Motorsport. +++