BMW Group and Mistral AI advance AI in crash simulation
28.05.2026Press Release
+++ Use of industrial datasets for AI model training +++ AI improves crash simulation analysis +++ Combining engineering expertise and advanced AI capabilities +++
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Fast, simple, transparent: BMW turns the car into a credit card for public charging.
16.04.2026Press Release
Plug-Charge-Pay for maximum convenience +++ Over 1,400 charging points already equipped with the new function +++ Further roll-out in 2026.
Where it all comes together: What does a data scientist do in high-voltage battery production?
18.08.2025Press Release
+++ Artificial intelligence and data analytics in high-voltage battery production +++ AI-supported quality assurance for zero-defect manufacturing approach +++ An interview with Patrick Zimmermann, data scientist and IT project manager +++
BMW Group enters next phase with Catena-X: carbon measurements from raw material through to end product modelled in a data chain for the first time.
26.04.2024Press Release
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BMW Group and partners continue development of standardised data language +++ Carbon emissions measurement piloted during in-house manufacture of the BMW iX kidney grille +++ Daily exchange of data instead of manual quality work
100-percent green power: BMW Group to use sustainably produced aluminium wheels from 2024
08.04.2022Press Release
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+++ Transition to green power for aluminium electrolysis and wheel production +++ CO2 savings of up to 500,000 tonnes per year +++ Pioneering achievement: First MINI model with aluminium wheels made out of 70-percent secondary raw material from 2023 +++
Magical exterior colour-change: The BMW iX Flow featuring E Ink.
05.01.2022Press Release
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World premiere: Body surface with real color change thanks to electrophoretic technology +++ Potential for future interior and exterior applications
BMW celebrates World EV Day as its electromobility strategy kicks into top gear
09.09.2021Press Release
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BMW Group New Zealand is today celebrating World EV Day by reaffirming its commitment to electromobility and the extensive sustainable practices that underpin its global business operation.
Sustainable tyres for BMW X5 Plug-in Hybrid: BMW Group becomes first automotive manufacturer to use new Pirelli tyres containing FSC-certified natural rubber and rayon
19.05.2021Press Release
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+++ 22-inch tyres using certified sustainable natural rubber and rayon, a wood-based material used to strengthen the tyres +++ Plantations certified to standards of independent Forest Stewardship Council TM (FSC TM) organisation +++ Wendt: “We are helping preserve biodiversity and forests to counteract climate change” +++
Over 200 million tonnes: BMW Group sets ambitious goal to reduce CO2 emissions by 2030
12.05.2021Press Release
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The BMW Group is underpinning its mission for sustainable mobility with ambitious goals for the reduction of greenhouse gases: At today’s Annual General Meeting, the company announced that it will avoid emission of over 200 million tonnes of CO2 by 2030. This is equivalent to more than 20 times the annual CO2 emissions of a city with over a million inhabitants, like Munich.
BMW M GmbH and Hans Zimmer co-develop the emotionally engaging driving sound for electrified BMW M models.
11.05.2021Press Release
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Ongoing expansion of the range of sounds for electric vehicles. BMW IconicSounds Electric enriches electric mobility with a fascinating and unmistakable sonic experience. Collaboration with the Academy Award winner produces a new, characteristic driving sound for the BMW i4, the M version of the BMW i4 and the BMW iX.
BMW M GmbH and Hans Zimmer co-develop the emotionally engaging driving sound for electrified BMW M models.
11.05.2021Press Release
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Ongoing expansion of the range of sounds for electric vehicles. BMW IconicSounds Electric enriches electric mobility with a fascinating and unmistakable sonic experience. Collaboration with the Academy Award winner produces a new, characteristic driving sound for the BMW i4, the M version of the BMW i4 and the BMW iX.
New cell technology for Neue Klasse: BMW Group strengthens battery expertise as part of the European Battery Innovation initiative.
19.04.2021Press Release
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+++ Focus on the development of the next generation Li-ion cells for the Neue Klasse +++ Technology leap: Further development in cell chemistry and format +++ automotive-compatible solid-state battery by the end of the decade – demonstrator vehicle well before 2025 +++ clear claim: The greenest electric vehicle is a BMW +++
A glimpse of the first ever all-electric BMW i4 at the BMW Group Annual Conference.
17.03.2021Press Release
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At today’s BMW Group Annual Conference the upcoming BMW i4 was revealed.
The all-new BMW iDrive.
15.03.2021Press Kit
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What began 20 years ago with the introduction of a rotary dial and a digital display is now an all-encompassing, intelligent, multi-sensory experience tailored to the user at hand. That is what the new BMW iDrive represents. It brings about another paradigm shift – this time to a natural dialogue between the user and their vehicle: more intuitive, personal and inspiring, but also engaging on an emotional level.
Powered by water: BMW Group manufactures electric cars with regional green electricity
02.03.2021Press Release
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BMW iX* and BMW i4 production powered by hydroelectricity from Rivers Isar and Lech +++ Electricity for BMW Group production is 100% green +++ Direct supply contracts boost eco-credentials +++
BMW announces the future of the display and operating system BMW iDrive at the CES 2021.
11.01.2021Press Release
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The BMW iDrive celebrates 20 years at the all-digital CES2021. A paradigm shift in the interaction between driver and vehicle became an industry standard and laid the foundations for today’s multifunctional, online-based user experience.
BMW rolls out biggest Remote Software Upgrade in company history.
16.10.2020Press Release
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BMW is once again underlining its leading role in digitalisation with its biggest Remote Software Upgrade to date. More than 750,000 vehicles worldwide will receive the latest version of BMW Operating System 7 (version 07/20) in the company’s largest over-the-air update ever rolled out by a European manufacturer.
Start of production for fully-electric BMW iX3
07.10.2020Press Release
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First BMW iX3 comes off production line at BMW Brilliance Automotive in Shenyang, China
BMW announces support for Digital Key for iPhone. A secure and easy way to use iPhone as a car key to lock, unlock, drive, and share keys with friends.
22.06.2020Press Release
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At today’s Apple Worldwide Developer Conference it was announced that BMW will become the first carmaker to enable its customers to use iPhone as a fully digital car key.
