+++ First-time demo of AI-powered BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant with Alexa+ technology +++ Revolutionary user-interaction with BMW Panoramic iDrive +++ Sixth generation BMW eDrive Technology +++ Next level driving dynamics with the Heart of Joy +++ Seamless driver assistance with BMW Symbiotic Drive +++ Ever-evolving Entertainment and App ecosystem in BMW Operating System X +++
BMW presents the first series-produced Neue Klasse model. The new-generation BMW iX3 is a fully electric Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) that gives customers their first taste of a whole new era of Sheer Driving Pleasure. An all-new design language gives the car an appearance that conveys its technological progress. With sixth-generation BMW eDrive technology, and a range of up to 805 kilometres, the BMW iX3 sets new standards for efficiency and capability.
+++ Official Vehicle Partner of FNB Art Joburg +++ Celebrating 50 years of BMW Art Cars: A legacy of design and innovation +++ A journey of artistic freedom and innovation +++
+++ Inaugural TrackFest 2025 open to all motorcycle riders +++ Entertainment zones for the whole family +++ Bring your riding licence and try out the latest BMW motorcycles +++
+++ Up to 800km of electric range (WLTP) and 400kW maximum charging +++ the BMW Panoramic iDrive perfects driver orientation +++ Gen6 powertrain and Heart of Joy raise the typical BMW driving pleasure not just to the next level but to a higher level still +++ Start of Production of the BMW iX3 at the end of 2025 +++ World premiere at the IAA Mobility 2025 +++
The 15th running of the Simola Hillclimb was sadly overshadowed by the passing of stalwart Pieter Joubert on Sunday’s first run. In the event’s shortened format, the BMW M4 Competition Coupé, driven by Cristiano Verolini secured a podium position among the road and supercar participants in the King of the Hill competition.
+++ "Rolling sculptures" from Alexander Calder’s first to Julie Mehretu’s latest +++ Largest exhibition project in the history of the collection spans all five continents +++ Collaborations with cultural institutions and art platforms +++ African Film and Media Arts Collective for filmmakers and media artists +++
+++ Media experience the new BMW X3 at BMW Group Plant Rosslyn +++ BMW Group Plant Rosslyn reintroduces a third production shift +++ BMW Group Plant Rosslyn expands its production line with new ICE models for global export +++
+++ First-ever BMW Panoramic iDrive will define the in-vehicle experience of BMW’s forthcoming “Neue Klasse” – or, “New Class” of vehicles –, which is set to launch in late 2025 +++
+++ BMW celebrates artistic journey of Esther Mahlangu +++ Retrospective highlights Esther Mahlangu’s over 50-year long career and her rise as a contemporary artist, earning her global acclaim +++ ‘Then I Knew I Was Good at Painting: Esther Mahlangu, A Retrospective’ from 20 November 2024 – 17 April 2025 at the Wits Art Museum +++
Team Germany (Male) and International Team (Female) win the BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2024. Recap of Day 6. Location: Midgard, Namibia Weather: Sunny, 8°C – 32 °C Course: 50km: Midgard – Okavango Delta – Midgard Terrain types: Tarmac 0km, off-road 50km Tests: SP1: Final Course Top three teams male: (final) 1. Germany, 2. South Africa, 3. Brazil Top three teams female: (final) 1. International Team, 2. Japan, 3. France
Recap of Day 5. Location: Midgard, Namibia Weather: Overcast / Sunny, 9°C - 34°C Course: 430km: Swakopmund – Moon Landscape – Harmonie – Windhoek - Midgard Terrain types: Tarmac 80km, off-road 350km Tests: SP1: The LEATT Push Challenge, SP2: The Midgard Slow Trial, SP3: Questionnaire Top three teams male: 1. Germany, 2. South Africa, 3. Brazil Top three teams female: 1. France, 2. International Team, 3. Germany
From October 9 to 13, Frieze London and Frieze Masters will return to London’s Regent's Park. As one of Frieze’s long-term global partners since 2004, BMW will this year centre around presenting the artistic oeuvre of Ndebele artist Esther Mahlangu. This year’s BMW Lounge will present a curated selection of actor and Talk Art podcast co-host Russell Tovey’s private collection.
Recap of Day 4. Location: Swakopmund, Namibia Weather: Sunny, 12°C - 32°C Course: 224km: Spitzkoppe – Kleine Spitzkoppe - Khan River - Swakopmund Terrain types: Tarmac 24km, off-road 200km Tests: SP1: ADVANTEC Pull Challenge, SP2: Rooi Tafel Trial Top three teams male: 1. Germany, 2. South Africa, 3. International Team Top three teams female: 1. France, 2. Germany, 3. Japan
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