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A recent consumer survey commissioned by the BMW Group shows that U.S. drivers remain enthusiastic about electric vehicles' performance and practicality, even as cost and infrastructure challenges persist. The survey underscores growing interest in both EVs and new powertrain technologies while highlighting the importance of ongoing innovation and investment throughout the electric vehicle landscape.

 
Data from the U.S. Department of Commerce in February confirmed that BMW Manufacturing led U.S. automotive exports by value in 2024. The Spartanburg plant in Spartanburg, NC, shipped nearly 225,000 BMW Sports Activity Vehicles and Coupes with a total export value exceeding $10 billion. Since 2014, this plant has exported over 2.7 million BMWs, which accounts for roughly 63 percent of its overall production. The combined export value of these vehicles is more than $104 billion.

 
BMW has consistently been recognized as one of the most prestigious luxury names in the automotive world. Unsurprisingly, the BMW i4 was named J.D. Power's Best EV Ownership Experience Among Premium All-Electric Vehicles. This sporty sedan's superior build quality and dependable performance make it a pleasure to own. Moreover, you can anticipate that the i4 will provide sheer driving enjoyment for many years.

 
BMW of North America and Redwood Materials have recently formed a partnership to recycle lithium-ion batteries from all-electric, plug-in hybrid, and mild hybrid BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce, and BMW Motorrad vehicles within the United States. This collaboration underscores both companies' dedication to sustainability and marks a significant step toward establishing a closed-loop system for lithium-ion batteries in the country.

 
Electric vehicles (EVs) have recently shaken the automotive industry. Technological advancements and escalating environmental concerns have significantly boosted the popularity of electric cars. Nonetheless, amid their advantages, certain misconceptions and misunderstandings persist regarding electric vehicles.

 
In its Best Inventions annual list for 2022, TIME features 200 extraordinary innovations. Several groundbreaking inventions in the transportation sector, including the BMW iX Flow. The car's exterior is a solid but lightweight material that can be bent and reshaped, allowing it to squeeze through tight spaces. The interior is designed for socializing, with a lounge-like atmosphere and a large screen that you can use to watch movies or play video games.

The future of transportation has gotten better! EVs are the way to go if you care about our planet and want cleaner air for your family. Not only do these eco-friendly cars cost less than traditional vehicles; but they also don't rely on oil which means no more expensive gas bills every month.

 
BMW was one of the first manufacturers to introduce an all-electric vehicle to the American market eight years ago with the lightweight carbon-fiber and aluminum chassis that characterized the i3. While the subcompact hatchback is no longer available in the United States, the automaker has several available versions of the i4 compact sedan and the iX mid-size luxury crossover.

 
BMW is currently planning to go from 1 million EV sales right now to 2 million by 2025. It's unclear when they will go to completely electric sales only, but BMW will certainly push to double the EV options they produce now within the next few years. It's also true that about 70 percent of their current sales were for hybrids and not all-electric. However, BMW's plan to go to 2 million is purely for electric vehicles.

 

BMW is set to release the 2022 i4 sedan as part of their electric vehicle selection this year. It’s based on the successful 3-series, and it has a lot of great features. Included is a rear-mounted electric motor that provides 335 horsepower for the eDrive40 trim level. If you upgrade to the M50 trim level, you’ll be able to generate 536 horsepower. Both of them come with an 81.5 kWh battery pack. You can recharge to 100 percent (from zero) in just 8 hours.