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2020
BMW announced temporary factory shutdowns in Europe and South Africa
BMW announced temporary shutdowns at its factories in Europe and South Africa, with reopening tentatively planned for after April 19 because of employee-health concerns and falling new-car sales. The article noted the shutdown period could be extended depending on the pandemic.
2020
BMW announced an all-electric next-generation 7 Series
BMW announced that the next-generation 7 Series will include an all-electric model, alongside gasoline, diesel and plug-in hybrid variants.
2020
BMW announces updated 5 Series for June launch
The article reported that BMW Brilliance's updated 5 Series was scheduled to launch in June; this is a reported plan, not a completed launch.
2020
BMW Group releases 2019 annual results
BMW Group released its 2019 financial results, reporting revenue of more than €100 billion and net profit of €5.022 billion.
2020
BMW announces planned end of i8 production
A report says BMW's i8 production is scheduled to cease in April 2020; this is a planned future production end, not a reported completion.
2020
BMW unveiled a new logo
BMW unveiled a new logo that removes the black outer ring in favor of a transparent background. The article says the new logo is intended for digital and social-media communication, not for the cars themselves.
2020
BMW announces recall of 4,827 3-series vehicles in China over airbag defects
BMW Brilliance Co. and BMW (China) Automotive Trading Ltd. announced a recall of 4,827 3-series vehicles from the Chinese market because defective Takata airbag inflators may rupture and send metal fragments into occupants, potentially causing serious injury or death. The recall was set to begin on May 1, with free replacement of the defective airbags.
2020
BMW announces up to €9,000 environmental bonus for eligible vehicle purchases
BMW introduced an environmental bonus of up to €9,000 for eligible customers switching from a qualifying BMW or MINI diesel vehicle to a new BMW i3, combining BMW's bonus with a state environmental bonus.
2020
BMW announces recall of 4,827 3 Series vehicles in China
BMW Brilliance and BMW (China) announced a recall of 4,827 domestic and imported 1999–2006 3 Series vehicles in China, effective May 1, 2020. The passenger-side airbags may rupture when deployed and send fragments into the vehicle. The companies said they would replace the affected airbags free of charge.
2020
BMW introduces a new corporate identity for communications
BMW introduced a redesigned corporate identity for online and offline communications, including redesigned BMW, BMW i and BMW M logos. The new logo is intended for communication materials; the existing logo remains in use on vehicles and at dealerships.
2020
BMW announces another recall of certain 3 Series vehicles in China
BMW entities filed a recall plan covering 4,827 certain domestically produced and imported 1999–2006 3 Series vehicles, with the recall set to begin on May 1, 2020. The passenger-side airbag inflators may rupture and send fragments into the vehicle; the companies said they would replace the airbags free of charge.
2020
AC Schnitzer introduces BMW 1 Series tuning kit
AC Schnitzer introduced a tuning kit for the BMW 1 Series, initially offering exterior components, lightweight wheels, optional springs, exhaust trims, and interior parts.
2020
BMW announces M340d xDrive debut at Geneva Motor Show
BMW announced that the M340d xDrive, a diesel model offered as a Sedan and Touring, would debut at the Geneva Motor Show the following month.
2020
BMW announces new i8 Safety Car design
BMW announced a new design for the BMW i8 Safety Car for use in Season 6 of the Formula E championship.
2020
BMW launches updated 530Le range model
BMW Brilliance officially launched the 530Le range-upgraded model, with a larger battery and increased all-electric range; the two configurations retained the previous models’ prices.
2020
BMW Italy launches the X5 Timeless Edition
BMW Italy launched the limited-run X5 Timeless Edition in collaboration with Alcantara. The edition was to be made in 50 examples and sold exclusively in Italy.
2020
BMW introduces 2020 X7 model updates
BMW introduced the 2020 X7, adding two xDrive40i variants and making equipment changes; the reported price range is RMB 1 million to RMB 1.628 million.
2020
BMW partners with IMG for New York Fashion Week
BMW is partnering with IMG for New York Fashion Week. BMW will provide vehicles to transport guests and present a digital content series featuring fashion-industry figures, alongside on-site experiences.
2020
Sinochem International and BMW expand cooperation in new-energy businesses
Sinochem International announced expanded cooperation with BMW Group in new-energy power systems, including power-battery technology research and development and coordinated global market expansion for new-energy businesses in China.
2020
BMW temporarily closed three Shenyang factories
BMW confirmed that it had closed its three factories in Shenyang, China, and extended the New Year holiday by a week for approximately 18,000 employees. The closure was tentatively set to run through February 9, with a later decision dependent on the epidemic situation.