On the finishing straight: the new BMW X5 enters its final test phase.

MINI mural brings football home.

As the country prepares for kick off, MINI is today unveiling a 2,500 square foot mural celebrating the UK’s long-standing passion for the game.

Design meets Performance: The BMW M Concept Neue Klasse – World Premiere at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

+++ Preview of the new design language for high-performance automobiles from BMW M GmbH +++ New interpretation of dynamics, agility and precision at BMW M +++ Design and technology transferred from motorsport +++

Summer News in Brief from BMW Group UK.

• Autocar name Neue Klasse architecture as ‘Mundy Award for Engineering’ winner, with MINI JCW winning ‘Future Classic’ Award at 2026 Autocar Awards. • BMW iX3 wins ‘Youtube Directors Award’ at Autotrader Drivers’ Choice Awards 2026. • Triple success for BMW at 2026 What Car? Tow Car Awards. • BMW takes home four trophies at EcoCar Electrified Top 50 Awards 2026. • Best Coupe and Family Car wins for BMW at Auto Express’ 2026 Driver Power survey.

The new BMW M2 with M xDrive.

• M xDrive all-wheel-drive system available for the BMW M2 for the first time. • Enhanced traction brings impressive performance – 0-62 mph in 3.7 seconds. • Innovative M Ignite engine technology reduces fuel consumption significantly under high loads. • BMW Individual Borusan Turkish Blue exterior paint available for the BMW M2 for the first time. • Priced from £74,255 OTR, the UK market launch of the new BMW M2 with M xDrive commences in late summer ...

BMW model updates for summer 2026.

• New Black Edition available for BMW M340i xDrive and M440i xDrive model derivatives. • New exterior colours and equipment options for the BMW iX3. • BMW M Ignite technology introduced for all BMW M six-cylinder engines. • BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant: Create and use routines from July 2026.

MINI introduces petrol Paul Smith Editions, welcomes back the MINI One and announces wider range updates for July 2026.

• Petrol versions of the MINI Paul Smith Edition now added to the range. • The new MINI One returns as an entry point to the brand. • Introducing a range of MINI model updates from July 2026.

BMW Group and LEGO Group celebrate the BMW M3 E30 – a legend born on the racetrack. Co-created for generations of fans.

The BMW M3 E30 is now available as a LEGO® Speed Champions set. The exclusive kit featuring a special-edition livery design is a unique heritage item for fans of all ages.

VISION BMW ALPINA: SPEED, REFINED

+++ A one-of-one design study signaling a new chapter for BMW ALPINA +++ Reimagines the brand’s heritage with contemporary purpose, aesthetics, and technology +++ Deepens the defining principles of BMW ALPINA: speed, comfort, and sophistication +++ Demonstrates the BMW Group’s commitment to preserving and elevating BMW ALPINA +++

Celebrating 20 years of developing people, skills and future mobility at the BMW Group Academy UK and Ireland.

• BMW Group Academy UK and Ireland marks 20 years of training and development excellence • More than 150,000 training courses delivered, and 370,000 face-to-face training days completed since opening • Training spans technical and non-technical subjects, including electric vehicles, digital retail, connected technologies and many more, supporting all three BMW Group UK brands.

BMW showcases mobility at the Cannes Film Festival and presents the new BMW 7 Series for the first time in Europe in a luxurious international setting.

BMW is once again supporting the Cannes Film Festival as its official mobility partner, providing an exclusive shuttle service for filmmakers, guests and festival partners. This is the fifth time the car manufacturer has supported the prestigious festival, this year with more than 150 electrified vehicles. At the same time, the updated BMW 7 Series is making its European public debut in Cannes. Other highlights on the Côte d’Azur include BMW 7 Series cars ...

BMW Group produces its two-millionth all-electric vehicle

+++ Technology-open production remains the guiding principle +++ Rapid pace in the global ramp-up of e-mobility +++

MINI champions sixth annual ‘Mile of MINIs’ Charity Rally in 2026.

• Over 100 MINIs embark on charity road rally from MINI Plant Oxford to MINI UK headquarters in Farnborough. • The 2026 event coincides with 25 years of modern MINI, whilst also marking the sixth consecutive year MINI Plant Oxford has supported. • This year’s proceeds will be raised for STOP.BREATHE.THINK - a charity dedicated to helping young people with mental health challenges.

BMW Classic Partner Programme launches in the UK.

• Strengthening support for classic BMW ownership across the UK. • Programme launching as an initial pilot with four certified BMW Classic Partner retailers: Halliwell Jones Wilmslow (North West), Sytner Stevenage (South East), Group 1 Hailsham (South Coast) and Dick Lovett Bristol (South West). • BMW Classic partners specialise in the sale, servicing and body repair of classic BMW vehicles.

Spring News in Brief from BMW Group UK.

• ITVX now available to stream in over 250,000 BMW and MINI vehicles. • BMW iX3 named Best SUV at Top Gear’s Electric Awards 2026. • Double success for BMW Group UK at the Great British Fleet Awards. • MINI John Cooper Works awarded Piston Hot Hatch of the Year by Buckle Up.

MINI marks 25 years of modern production with celebration of British manufacturing excellence

• The MINI brand and BMW Group’s UK manufacturing plants in Oxford and Swindon are celebrating 25 successful years of MINI production • In early 2001, production began for MINI body parts in Swindon and on 26th April that same year, the first new MINI rolled off the line in Oxford • One of Britain’s most recognisable automotive icons, celebrating 25 years of modern production • 25 facts revealed to celebrate 25 years of modern MINI.

MINI Timeline 2001 - 2026

A timeline of all MINI milestones since 2001.

The new BMW 7 Series.

• Most extensive BMW Group model update ever. The new BMW 7 Series spearheads the integration of Neue Klasse technologies into the existing BMW model portfolio. • Gen6 cylindrical cells help deliver significant increases in range across the BMW i7 lineup – up to 452 miles (WLTP) in the BMW i7 50 xDrive. • Introduces a bold new Neue Klasse design language for BMW’s luxury segment. • Unparalleled personalisation capabilities, including a world-first ...

The new BMW i7: Sustainability in the product and its production.

Gen6 battery cell technology with reduced CO₂e footprint +++ Use of secondary materials and renewable energies +++ Improved efficiency during use phase

MINI x Vagabund: Two One-Offs combining adventure attitude and sound culture.

+++ MINI and Vagabund present two unique MINI Countryman one-off show cars inspired by adventure, community and festival culture +++ The MINI Countryman becomes a dynamic stage for lifestyle, music and self-expression +++ Vehicle individualization that only MINI can do +++