Tag: BMW

  • Ford, BMW, and Honda Begin Operation of ChargeScape

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    September 18, 2024 Ford, BMW, and Honda have officially begun operating ChargeScape, a new company focused on optimizing electric vehicle grid services. ChargeScape is a software platform that integrates electric vehicles into the power grid, enhancing grid stability while saving drivers money on charging. The technology wirelessly connects to EVs and works with participating utilities…

  • BMW Group｜Humanoid Robots for BMW Group Plant Spartanburg

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    September 11, 2024 BMW Group has begun testing the Figure 02 humanoid robot, developed by the California-based company Figure, at its Spartanburg plant in South Carolina, USA. Weighing 70 kg and standing 170 cm tall, Figure 02 successfully supports tasks such as placing sheet metal parts. This robot is part of BMW’s iFACTORY vision, and…

  • BMW｜BMW Introduces In-Car Payment Feature

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    BMW Introduces In-Car Payment Feature September 9, 2024 BMW has introduced the “In-Car Payment” feature, allowing drivers to pay for parking fees and fuel directly from their car. This convenient feature eliminates the need to search for a payment machine, making the driving experience smoother. The service is initially available for 500,000 cars in Germany…

  • BMW Group｜Hydrogen Pioneers Take Collaboration to the Next Level

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    September 5, 2024 BMW Group plans to launch its first series production fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) in 2028, collaborating with Toyota Motor Corporation to advance hydrogen fuel cell technology. Both companies are committed to promoting hydrogen mobility and jointly developing powertrain systems. This partnership aims to bring hydrogen-powered vehicles to the mainstream, enhancing infrastructure…

  • TOYOTA｜Toyota and BMW Strengthen Cooperation Towards a Hydrogen Society

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    September 5, 2024, 10:00 AM Toyota Motor Corporation and BMW Group have agreed to strengthen their cooperation towards realizing a hydrogen society and achieving carbon neutrality. Both companies will begin joint development of the third-generation fuel cell system, with BMW’s mass-produced fuel cell vehicle planned for production in 2028. They will also work on developing…

  • BMW Group | Hydrogen research pioneer

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    BMW establishes leadership in hydrogen technology September 4, 2024 10:00 AM The BMW Group has been pioneering hydrogen research since 1979, achieving numerous milestones over 45 years. The first project started with converting a BMW 5 Series to run on hydrogen. By the 1980s, the BMW 7 Series debuted as a liquid hydrogen-powered vehicle, and…

  • BMW Group｜Expanding the Charging Infrastructure for Future Electromobility

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    August 27, 2024 The BMW Group is actively expanding the charging infrastructure, which is crucial for the future of electromobility. Emphasizing the need for both public and private charging, BMW is driving strategic joint ventures in key markets like IONNA in the US, IONCHI in China, and IONITY in Europe. The company is also enhancing…

  • BMW Group｜SpOTTO the Robodog for International Dog Day

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    At BMW Group’s Hams Hall plant in the UK, the robodog named “SpOTTO” is playing a vital role in line with International Dog Day. Developed by Boston Dynamics, SpOTTO handles maintenance tasks within the plant. Equipped with visual, thermal, and acoustic sensors, SpOTTO autonomously monitors production equipment to prevent failures and reduce energy consumption. The…

  • BMW｜BMW Protection Vehicles and security driver training

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    BMW has been providing superior armored vehicles for over 45 years to ensure the safety of high-risk individuals. Starting in 1978, BMW’s Protection Vehicles lineup includes the latest BMW 7 Series, the all-electric BMW i7, and the BMW X5 Protection VR6. These vehicles feature advanced protection technologies such as ballistic glass and explosion resistance, offering…

  • BMW Group｜The BMW rad°hub at London Climate Action Week: Envisioning the World in 2050

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    BMW Group August 14, 2024 At the London Climate Action Week (LCAW), the BMW Group engaged in dialogue through its rad°hub event to explore the world of 2050 and the future of mobility. The event included panel discussions and workshops focused on a sustainable society vision, supply chain decarbonization, innovation, and inclusion. Source: BMW Group…