+++ MINI and Paul Smith bring their playful, optimistic DNA to Salone del Mobile +++ Design installation showcases latest MINI Paul Smith Edition +++
The BMW Museum opened its doors to more than 847,000 guests last year – a new record. Highlights included the arrival of the exhibition “Belle Macchine. Italian Automotive Design at BMW” and the “50 Years of BMW Art Cars and the BMW 3 Series” special exhibition, which was replaced by a 50th anniversary celebration for the BMW 6 Series.
+++ Unique concours event will take place from May 15 to 17 2026 +++ All vehicle classes have been determined +++ BMW Group celebrates two world premieres +++ Special racing exhibition at Villa Erba +++ "Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este Public Days" and "Amici & Automobili - Wheels & Weisswürscht Lake Como" remain a permanent fixture +++
+++ Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este will take place from May 15 to 17, 2026 +++ Vehicle classes have been determined +++ Vehicle registration for the competition remains open +++ "Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este Public Days" and "Amici & Automobili - Wheels & Weisswürscht Lake Como" on the grounds of Villa Erba +++ Ticket sales have started +++ Media accreditation now possible +++
+++ 25 years of successful engine production +++ Drive trains for MINI, BMW and Rolls-Royce +++ More than 7.6 million engines produced +++ 61% reduction in energy use per engine built since the start of full production +++
+++ From regional development powerhouse to the BMW Group's highest-volume vehicle plant in Europe – Record production in 2025: Plant hits 40-year high with 356,901 vehicles +++ +++ 8.7 million vehicles since start of production in 1986 +++ +++ Plant Director Armin Ebner: “Continuous efforts to increase competitiveness are the key to our success” +++
+++ BMW Financial Services celebrates its 35th anniversary in 2025 +++ More than three decades of offering tailor-made finance options for South Africans’ dream cars +++ Technological innovations and social responsibility projects reflect long-term commitment to industry excellence +++
Brabham BMW BT 52 Turbo and BMW M1 Procar in action +++ Nelson Piquet at the wheel of his legendary BMW race cars +++ Honourary event at the former Formula 1 race track in Estoril/Portugal organized by Dener Motorsports
Setting the benchmark for driving pleasure in the mid-size class for seven generations.
BMW Art Car World Tour 2025 will stop off in Munich from 17 June with the legendary BMW Art Cars based on the 3 Series. The BMW Museum in Munich is using a special exhibition taking place as part of the international BMW Art Car World Tour to celebrate the 50-year anniversary of both the legendary BMW Art Car Collection and the iconic BMW 3 Series.
+++ Singular concours will take place on 23 – 25 May 2025 +++ BMW Group Classic has organised the event for the last 20 years +++ Vehicle classes have been confirmed +++ BMW Group will celebrate three world premieres +++ Visitors will witness numerous anniversaries +++ Further details on the “Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este Public Days” and “Amici & Automobili – Wheels & Weisswürscht Lake Como” in the grounds of Villa Erba +++
BMW Group Archive creates comprehensive BMW online product catalog with 424 cars +++ MINI and BMW Motorrad product catalogues have been online since 2021 +++ Ideal research tool for media, enthusiasts and fans +++ BMW Group online archive with a new look +++ Digitalization strategy implemented
+++ Emotionally engaging BMW festive campaign “Das Geschenk” (The Gift) brings pure joy to the screen +++ Classic BMW 1500 is the “sleeper star” of the film +++ Neat use of social media maximises reach and engagement +++
+++ Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este will take place on 23 – 25 May 2025 +++ Several categories have been confirmed +++ Registration for the competition is now open +++ Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este Public Days and Amici & Automobili – Wheels & Weisswürscht Lake Como will be held in the grounds of Villa Erba +++ Ticket sales get underway +++ Broad Arrow Auctions is new auction partner from 2025 +++
On August 26th, 2024, MINI celebrates a significant milestone - 65 years of pioneering design and exhilarating performance. Since its inception in 1959, MINI has captured the hearts of drivers around the world with its unique blend of style, agility, and innovation.
22 certified BMW Group Classic partners will be on hand in the Alpine nation +++ Many bene-fits for customers +++ Munich-based BMW Group Classic Services provides full range of sup-port +++ Major event taking place in Dielsdorf on 10 August 2024
Glittering finale of the world’s most traditional beauty contest for Historic Cars on the shores of Lake Como +++ International Jury of experts selects the Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 as overall winner +++ Fascinating festival celebrates the elegance and magic of mobility on four wheels and enthuses a large public audience
Glänzendes Finale des weltweit traditionsreichsten Schönheitswettbewerbs für historische Automobile am Comer See +++ Der Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 wird durch die Internationale Expertenjury zum Gesamtsieger gekürt +++ Faszinierendes Festival zelebriert die Eleganz und Magie der Mobilität auf vier Rädern und begeistert ein großes Publikum
Media accreditation phase for the Concorso d´Eleganza Villa d´Este starts from this day forward.
+++ On 24 – 26 May 2024, BMW Group Classic and the Villa d’Este luxury hotel will showcase the most spectacular cars of their respective eras +++ Several categories have now been confirmed +++ Registration for the competition is already open +++ Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este Public Days will be held in the grounds of Villa Erba +++ “Amici & Automobili – Wheels & Weisswürscht Lake Como” returns +++ Ticket sales get underway +++
