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Copyright BMW AG Wed, 9 Sep 2026 07:35:24 +0200 en MINI Aceman SE: all-electric crossover for urban driving fun. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0460396EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0460396EN?language=en Wed, 9 Sep 2026 00:01:00 +0200 +++ The MINI Aceman SE in Ocean Wave Green brings a fresh look to the city +++ All-electric MINI crossover with 160 kW/218 hp and a range of up to 405 kilometres according to WLTP +++ Compact proportions, five seats and MINI’s hallmark driving fun combined with locally emission-free mobility +++ Cool as ICE, hot on the track: the new BMW 3 Series with four- and six-cylinder engines completes its final round of summer driving dynamics testing in Miramas. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0460493EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0460493EN?language=en Tue, 8 Sep 2026 00:01:00 +0200 Camouflaged prototypes lap the test tracks at BMW Group’s proving grounds in southern France as part of high-intensity tuning drives. The latest edition of the successful, iconic model undergoes in-depth programme of testing. Development work focuses on driving pleasure, transverse dynamics and ride comfort. For the first time, the Drift Moment will be available in a BMW 3 Series M Performance model. MINI 1965 Victory Edition: special edition continues a rich motorsport legacy. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0460255EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0460255EN?language=en Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:01:00 +0200 +++ MINI 1965 Victory Edition celebrates the 1965 Monte Carlo Rally victory +++ Special edition available for the MINI Cooper S, MINI John Cooper Works and MINI John Cooper Works Electric +++ Chili Red, Glazed White and starting number 52 reference the historic winning car +++ The MINI John Cooper Works Convertible: Top Performance under the open sky. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0459797EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0459797EN?language=en Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:01:00 +0200 The MINI John Cooper Works Convertible with Sunny Side Yellow paintwork is made for summer: open, sporty and full of energy. As the most powerful MINI Convertible variant, it combines iconic open-air driving fun with powerful John Cooper Works performance – making a clear statement for warm days, sunny drives and spontaneous road trips. MINI Strengthens Its Global Presence: Fully Electric Debut in Pakistan and Return to Jordan. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0460020EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0460020EN?language=en Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0200 Fully electric market entry in Pakistan and its long awaited return to Jordan. Milestones that highlight the brand’s transformation into a future focused, all electric player redefining urban mobility across emerging markets. BMW Announces Monterey Car Week 2026 Program: Premieres of the BMW M Concept Neue Klasse and Vision BMW ALPINA, BMW M3 Milestones, and a New Chapter of “Kith for BMW” www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0460052EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0460052EN?language=en Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200 • The future of BMW M performance: The all-electric BMW M Concept Neue Klasse previews the next era of BMW M with advanced vehicle control, M-specific Neue Klasse technology, and a four-electric-motor performance concept. • A new era for BMW ALPINA: The distinctive design study translates the tradition of speed, comfort, and refinement into a modern design characterized by subtle craftsmanship, advanced technology, and sophisticated high-performance ... Strong demand following early order opening: BMW Plant Munich launches BMW i3* series production with steep ramp-up curve www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0459893EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0459893EN?language=en Thu, 6 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200 - Second Neue Klasse model enters series production at BMW Plant Munich - Manufacturing costs reduced by a further 10% - From 2027, Plant Munich will exclusively produce fully-electric vehicles Motorsport-Inspired: The MINI John Cooper Works with Genuine Accessories. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0459535EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0459535EN?language=en Thu, 6 Aug 2026 00:01:00 +0200 Genuine MINI JCW Accessories give the MINI John Cooper Works 3-Door, painted in Indigo Sunset Blue, an even sportier, more distinctive and individual appearance. Additional aerodynamic details, carbon elements and high-quality MINI accessories visibly enhance the compact performance model’s motorsport-inspired character. MINI makes 2026 Rebelle Rally Debut with New Rugged Model Variant. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0459617EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0459617EN?language=en Wed, 5 Aug 2026 00:01:00 +0200 Championed by an all-women field of drivers and navigators, the rigorous competition covers 1,500 miles of demanding western U.S. terrain. Competitive rallyist and MINI enthusiast Felicia Killman to pilot the MINI with rallyist and BMW Group Mexico member, Erika Ferrer as navigator. The Final Challenge: A rugged MINI Countryman Edition takes on the Rocky Mountains. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0459370EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0459370EN?language=en Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:01:00 +0200 Taking on the Rocky Mountains and undergoing its final challenge in one of the world's most demanding landscapes, a specially engineered MINI Countryman is proving its adventurous spirit far beyond the beaten path. 25 years of MINI Design at the BMW Group: from the classic Mini to a new icon www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0459554EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0459554EN?language=en Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0200 +++ MINI celebrates 25 years of design history under the BMW Group umbrella +++ New video “From the Original to the Original – 25 Years of MINI Design” now available on BMW Group YouTube channel +++ MINI Design combines heritage and future with clear design language and distinctive character +++ Ramp-up in record time: BMW Group Plant Debrecen produces 50,000th BMW iX3 www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0459620EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0459620EN?language=en Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200 - Major milestone for BMW Group Plant Debrecen - Fastest ramp-up of a new BMW Group plant. - Strong demand for the BMW iX3, the first model of the Neue Klasse - Intensive collaboration across the production network BMW M Concept Neue Klasse - Additional Imagery www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0459599EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0459599EN?language=en Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +0200 Additional outdoor studio imagery available for the BMW M Concept Neue Klasse. Exclusively for China, from China: the BMW X5 and BMW iX5 Long Wheelbase. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0459593EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0459593EN?language=en Mon, 27 Jul 2026 07:42:00 +0200 With an extended wheelbase, enhanced rear-seat comfort and market-specific digital innovations, the BMW X5 and the first fully electric BMW iX5 bring a new driving experience tailored specifically to China. Holiday travel with BMW and MINI electric vehicles: Arrive with even greater peace of mind. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0459456EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0459456EN?language=en Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:30:00 +0200 - Full price transparency, total control over costs and an expanded BMW Group Charging network make charging on the go even easier – especially when travelling long distances. - New features in the vehicle app and the vehicle itself provide clarity on the actual charging costs incurred. - The BMW Group Charging network already comprises 1.1 million charging points in Europe alone. The BMW M Driving Experience extends with AREA M – Your Ultimate BMW M Experience: International focus with new name, new location and new events. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0455372EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0455372EN?language=en Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:30:00 +0200 +++ New brand image and restructured portfolio +++ Additional site in Memmingen, Germany +++ “Games of Drift” with specially adapted M2 Drift Signature AREA M vehicle as key event in Memmingen with live scoreboard and final +++ New target groups, new customer experience, new digital platform +++ Spiritual home for Gen M and all who feel an affinity with it +++ BMW M Experience Center for the ultimate driving experience +++ The MINI Aceman E with Genuine MINI Accessories: all-electric and ready for every adventure. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0459165EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0459165EN?language=en Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:01:00 +0200 The all-electric MINI Aceman E is ready for adventures showcasing Genuine MINI Accessories. The compact crossover combines emission free driving fun with flexible storage space, individual design and practical solutions – from the roof box and bicycle roof carrier to all-weather floor mats and the MINI Travel & Comfort System. BMW Motorrad presents the GS Trophy Competition Bike - the BMW R 12 G/S. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458926EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458926EN?language=en Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0200 Authentic off-road performance for the BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2026 Romania. The MINI Cooper Oxford Edition: A tribute to the home of the brand. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0458981EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0458981EN?language=en Thu, 9 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200 +++ A quarter of a century ago, the first modern MINI rolled off the production line in Oxford +++ MINI celebrates the anniversary with the MINI Cooper Oxford Edition +++ Highlight: the Union Jack on the contrast roof +++ BMW iX3 achieves highest “five star” rating in first Euro NCAP test since introduction of new, more stringent assessment standard. www.press.bmwgroup.com/T0459155EN https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0459155EN?language=en Wed, 8 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200 All-encompassing safety approach of BMW endorsed by Euro NCAP result. New Euro NCAP test procedure covers the entire sequence of events – from preventive features and crash avoidance systems via crash protection to safety after a crash. Safety of the flush-fitting, electrically operated door handles on the BMW iX3 confirmed in all situations tested. First Neue Klasse model comfortably achieved a five-star rating in Euro NCAP testing, which now imposes ...