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Zeitz MOCAA renames its Centre for Art Education in partnership with BMW Group South Africa.

+++ Zeitz MOCAA announces naming rights partnership with BMW Group South Africa and launches the renaming of its Centre for Art Education to BMW Centre for Art Education +++ The three-year partnership spans 2024, 2025 and 2026 and supports Zeitz MOCAA’s curatorial and education programming +++

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Hydrogen Pioneers: BMW Group and Toyota Motor Corporation take collaboration to the next level to offer Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) options for passenger cars.

+++ BMW and Toyota jointly developing next generation of fuel cell technology +++ BMW to launch first-ever series production fuel cell vehicle in 2028 +++ Both companies are promoting hydrogen infrastructure development +++

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The BMW M FEST is back!

Mark your calendars for October's BMW M FEST 2024! For the first time, the world's biggest M FEST is kicking off with a special Friday preview programme.

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The new BMW R 1300 GS Adventure.

The new BMW R 1300 GS Adventure: When it comes to motorcycle adventure and long-distance touring, this is the rock in the surf. An almost completely newly designed model with enhanced adventure expertise across the board.

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The all-new BMW M5.

The BMW M5 is powering into a new era. With 40 years of history under its belt, the legendary high-performance sedan is entering its seventh model generation. And the executive model from BMW M GmbH now has an electrified drive system for the first time. A model-specific version of the M HYBRID system gives the new BMW M5 (energy consumption, weighted, combined: 1,7 – 1,6 l/100 km and 25,5 – 25,0 kWh/100 km according to WLTP; CO2 emissions, weighted, ...

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The new BMW X3.

Modernity, presence and sporting flair reach new levels: the best-seller embarks on a new era.

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BMW Group South Africa powers career and educational development to mark Youth Month 2024.

+++ BMW Group South Africa honours Youth Month at Lethabong School of Specialisation +++ Additional education initiatives in ongoing partnership with UNICEF an-nounced +++ Empowerment of the youth through tertiary and career guidance at university expo +++

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The new BMW M2.

A textbook purveyor of driving pleasure for the purist, the new BMW M2 raises the bar for compact high-performance sports cars in the premium segment. Indeed, it elevates the performance experience in this vehicle class to a whole new level. The new BMW M2 lines up with even more power, greater visual impact than ever and innovative equipment features. Front and centre of this fresh round of updates to the car is the 15 kW added to its output: the ...

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The New MINI Cooper 5 Door.

The MINI Cooper 5 Door, characterised by the brand's typical driving fun, extended space, and distinctive functionality, now joins the MINI family. These characteristics make the five-seater an exceptional phenomenon in its segment, together with its unique design – a combination of tradition and modern, purist styling – and innovative assistance systems.

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The all-new BMW 1 Series.

The pioneer of driving pleasure in the premium compact segment is entering its fourth model generation. With a dynamic design presence, a completely revised drive portfolio and extensively improved chassis technology, the new BMW 1 Series has sharpened its profile as the sportiest vehicle in the competitive environment.

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BMW honors Esther Mahlangu as official partner of Frieze London 2024. Actor and Talk Art podcast co-host Russell Tovey presents his private collection in response to the artist’s work at the BMW Lounge. Frieze Music, presented by BMW, features contemporary Indie-Pop singer Arlo Parks at KOKO Club.

Thu Sep 19 18:30:00 CEST 2024Press Release

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.

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BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2024 Namibia. Day 4. From the desert to the deep blue.

Wed Sep 18 23:45:00 CEST 2024Press Release

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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BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2024 Namibia. Day 3. Whispers of stone and sand.

Tue Sep 17 23:06:00 CEST 2024Press Release

Recap of Day 3. Location: Spitzkoppe, Namibia Weather: Sunny, 8°C – 29 °C Course: 156km: Spitzkoppe – Omaruru River - Spitzkoppe Terrain types: Tarmac 0km, off-road 156km Tests: SP1: Spitzkoppe INSTA360, SP2: Challenge Camel Thorn Tree Challenge, SP3: Omaruru METZELER Challenge, SP4: Photo Challenge Top three teams male: 1. Germany, 2. South Africa, 3. International Team Top three teams female: 1. International Team, 2. France & Japan

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BMW honors Esther Mahlangu as official partner of Frieze London 2024. Actor and Talk Art podcast co-host Russell Tovey presents his private collection in response to the artist’s work at the BMW Lounge. Frieze Music, presented by BMW, features contemporary Indie-Pop singer Arlo Parks at KOKO Club.  
 
 
 
 
BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2024 Namibia. Day 4. From the desert to the deep blue. 
 
 
 
 
BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2024 Namibia. Day 3. Whispers of stone and sand. 
 
 
 
 
BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2024 Namibia. Day 2. Into the heart of Namibia. 
 
 
 
 
BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2024 Namibia. Day 1. A clean GS is a dirty shame. 
 
 
 
 
BMW Motorrad presents the International GS Trophy 2024 in Namibia. The ninth edition of the event returns to its African roots. 
 
 
 
 
Zeitz MOCAA renames its Centre for Art Education in partnership with BMW Group South Africa.  
 
 
 
 
“The soul of BMW – 100 per cent electric”: BMW launches international multi-channel campaign for locally emission-free premium mobility. 
 
 
 
 
Hydrogen Pioneers: BMW Group and Toyota Motor Corporation take collaboration to the next level to offer Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) options for passenger cars. 
 
 
 
 
Authentic racing flair down to the last detail: BMW M Performance Parts for the new BMW X3. 
 
 
 
 
MINI John Cooper Works: Unveiling the Future of Performance in Fall 2024. 
 
 
 
 
Standout dynamics showcased in distinctive style: the BMW M Performance Parts for the all-new BMW M5. 
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Hydrogen Pioneers: BMW Group and Toyota Motor Corporation take collaboration to the next level to offer Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) options for passenger cars.

Thu Sep 05 12:00:00 CEST 2024Press Release

+++ BMW and Toyota jointly developing next generation of fuel cell technology +++ BMW to launch first-ever series production fuel cell vehicle in 2028 +++ Both companies are promoting hydrogen infrastructure development +++

 
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Wed Feb 14 17:24:39 CET 2024Press Release

Anglo American Platinum, BMW Group South Africa and Sasol take next step in collaboration with pilot fleet of BMW iX5 Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles.

Mon Oct 16 19:02:00 CEST 2023Press Release

BMW Group, Anglo American Platinum and Sasol announce collaboration to drive the green hydrogen economy with the launch of a pilot fleet of hydrogen vehicles in South Africa

Thu Sep 07 09:00:00 CEST 2023Press Release

Strong performance under extreme conditions: the BMW iX5 Hydrogen undergoes test drives in the desert.

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BMW honors Esther Mahlangu as official partner of Frieze London 2024. Actor and Talk Art podcast co-host Russell Tovey presents his private collection in response to the artist’s work at the BMW Lounge. Frieze Music, presented by BMW, features contemporary Indie-Pop singer Arlo Parks at KOKO Club.

Thu Sep 19 18:30:00 CEST 2024Press Release

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.

 
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Tue Sep 17 14:30:00 CEST 2024Press Release

BMW Group South Africa employee wins 2024 BMW Group Award for Social Responsibility.

Thu Sep 12 13:45:00 CEST 2024Press Release

Zeitz MOCAA renames its Centre for Art Education in partnership with BMW Group South Africa.

Thu Sep 05 09:00:00 CEST 2024Press Release

BMW Group South Africa ends production of the third-generation BMW X3 as over 400,000 vehicles roll off assembly line.

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People

BMW Group Financial Services South Africa appoints new Chief Financial Officer.

Wed Aug 21 09:00:00 CEST 2024Press Release

+++ BMW Group Financial Services South Africa announces the appointment of Roger Rooden as the new Chief Financial Officer +++

 
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Mon May 13 14:48:00 CEST 2024Press Release

Change in leadership at MINI brand

Wed Mar 06 14:00:00 CET 2024Press Release

BMW Group South Africa and BMW Group Financial Services South Africa appoint Director of Government Affairs and Communications.

Fri Oct 06 14:22:00 CEST 2023Press Release

BMW Group South Africa and BMW Group Financial Services South Africa’s job creation efforts awarded at inaugural YES ESG Awards 2023.

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Heritage

ALPINA showcases special edition to honour BMW South Africa’s 50th year.

Wed Dec 20 14:54:00 CET 2023Press Release

BMW South Africa revisits partnership with ALPINA first established close to 40 years ago +++ 5 units of exclusive ALPINA B3 produced for South African customers only +++ BMW ALPINA B3 50 Years of BMW South Africa edition wraps bow around year-long 50th anniversary celebrations in country.

 
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Thu Jun 29 09:00:00 CEST 2023Press Release

BMW Group announces R4,2 billion investment in electrification of South Africa’s Rosslyn plant as 50th anniversary celebrations roll on.

Mon May 22 10:35:59 CEST 2023Press Release

“Best of Show”: Duesenberg SJ wins the Trofeo BMW Group at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este 2023.

Thu May 11 17:15:00 CEST 2023Press Release

BMW Motorrad celebrates 100 years of success. Major anniversary exhibition at the BMW Museum.

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BMW M Motorsport and LEGO® celebrate passion for racing with a new model set.

Mon Mar 04 10:00:00 CET 2024Press Release

+++ BMW M Hybrid V8 and BMW M4 GT3 now available as 676-piece Speed Champions set +++ Miniature-scale replicas with authentic design details +++ Magic of Le Mans not only for kids +++

 
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Mon Jun 12 13:58:35 CEST 2023Press Release

Road to Le Mans: BMW M works drivers Valentino Rossi and Max Hesse celebrate victories at the Circuit de la Sarthe.

Tue Apr 18 15:50:33 CEST 2023Press Release

BMW Junior Team wins with ROWE Racing second: hat-trick for the BMW M4 GT3 in the Nürburgring Endurance Series.

Tue Apr 18 11:22:00 CEST 2023Press Release

BMW M Team RLL secures second podium finish for the BMW M Hybrid V8 in the Long Beach sprint race – class win for the Paul Miller Racing BMW M4 GT3.

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Standout dynamics showcased in distinctive style: the BMW M Performance Parts for the all-new BMW M5.

Wed Jul 24 00:01:00 CEST 2024Press Release

Extensive selection of model-specific retrofit products available from the launch of the first high-performance sedan with M HYBRID drive system.

 
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Wed Jun 26 00:10:00 CEST 2024Press Kit

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Wed Jun 19 00:01:00 CEST 2024Press Kit

The new BMW X3.

Thu Jun 13 08:56:37 CEST 2024Press Kit

The new BMW M2.

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All-electric with a sporty look: The new MINI Cooper SE in JCW Trim.

Wed Dec 06 00:01:00 CET 2023Press Release

The all-electric MINI Cooper SE stands for emission-free mobility and urban driving pleasure. The new 3-door model is also available in the John Cooper Works Trim, which emphasises the brand's racing history.

 
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Wed May 03 09:00:00 CEST 2023Press Release

All-electric driving fun for the future: the new MINI Cooper Electric.

Mon Apr 17 00:01:00 CEST 2023Press Release

The original celebrates its anniversary: The one millionth MINI 3-door of the current generation.

Mon Apr 10 00:01:00 CEST 2023Press Kit

MINI at Auto Shanghai 2023.

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“The soul of BMW – 100 per cent electric”: BMW launches international multi-channel campaign for locally emission-free premium mobility.

Mon Sep 09 11:00:00 CEST 2024Press Release

+++ Global awareness campaign interprets classical brand values through the lens of electric mobility +++ Hero film – soundtracked by hit single “Beautiful Things” – and numerous multimedia releases showcase the brand’s multi-faceted e-mobility portfolio +++ Branding activities focus on the BMW i4, BMW i5, BMW i7, BMW iX1, BMW iX2, BMW iX3 and BMW iX +++

 
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Thu Jun 06 18:04:08 CEST 2024Press Kit

The new BMW 7 Series Protection.

Wed May 08 07:50:00 CEST 2024Press Release

BMW Group South Africa finishes strong at 2024 Simola Hillclimb.

Fri Mar 01 13:00:00 CET 2024Press Release

Art meets innovation: The BMW i5 Flow NOSTOKANA.

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BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2024 Namibia. Day 2. Into the heart of Namibia.

Tue Sep 17 09:30:14 CEST 2024Press Release

Recap of Day 2. Location: Spitzkoppe, Namibia Weather: Sunny, 12°C – 29 °C Course: 184km: Ai Aiba – Schwarze Spitzkoppe – Spitzkoppe Terrain types: Tarmac 0km, off-road 184km Tests: SP1: Flying Boxer, SP2: The SENA Rock Challenge Top three teams male: 1. South Africa, 2. Germany, 3. International Team Top three teams female: 1. Germany, Japan, 3. Benelux

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BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2024 Namibia. Day 1. A clean GS is a dirty shame.

Sun Sep 15 23:21:00 CEST 2024Press Release

Recap of Day 1. Location: Ai Aiba, Namibia Weather: Sunny, 14°C – 34 °C Course: 270km: Midgard – Okahandja – Omaruru – Ai Aiba Terrain types: Tarmac 30km, off-road 240km Tests: SP1: Namibia Welcome Trial, SP2: The AKRAPOVIČ Enduro Challenge, SP3: Photo Challenge Top three teams male: 1. South Africa, 2. Germany, 3. International Team Top three teams female: 1. Japan, 2. Benelux, 3. France

 
 
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“The soul of BMW – 100 per cent electric”: BMW launches international multi-channel campaign for locally emission-free premium mobility.

Mon Sep 09 11:00:00 CEST 2024Press Release

+++ Global awareness campaign interprets classical brand values through the lens of electric mobility +++ Hero film – soundtracked by hit single “Beautiful Things” – and numerous multimedia releases showcase the brand’s multi-faceted e-mobility portfolio +++ Branding activities focus on the BMW i4, BMW i5, BMW i7, BMW iX1, BMW iX2, BMW iX3 and BMW iX +++

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Hydrogen Pioneers: BMW Group and Toyota Motor Corporation take collaboration to the next level to offer Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) options for passenger cars.

Thu Sep 05 12:00:00 CEST 2024Press Release

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+++ BMW and Toyota jointly developing next generation of fuel cell technology +++ BMW to launch first-ever series production fuel cell vehicle in 2028 +++ Both companies are promoting hydrogen infrastructure development +++

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BMW Group South Africa ends production of the third-generation BMW X3 as over 400,000 vehicles roll off assembly line.

Thu Sep 05 09:00:00 CEST 2024Press Release

+++ Historic end of production of the third-generation BMW X3 +++ More than 400,000 BMW X3 vehicles have been built at BMW Group Plant Rosslyn since 2018 +++ Reinforced commitment to South Africa with the start of production of the fourth-generation BMW X3 in October 2024 +++

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The new BMW R 1300 GS Adventure.

Fri Jul 05 17:00:00 CEST 2024Press Kit

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The new BMW R 1300 GS Adventure: When it comes to motorcycle adventure and long-distance touring, this is the rock in the surf. An almost completely newly designed model with enhanced adventure expertise across the board.

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