As it advances future mobility, the BMW Group is establishing and developing new drive technologies. So, as well as enhancing its existing solutions, it is also researching new ones. Given our focus on sustainability, the spotlight is very much on electric drives, and with the launch of the Neue Klasse, we will be gearing up for a fully electric portfolio. While electromobility using battery electric vehicles is already established as standard, hydrogen technology has the potential to play an important role on the road to decarbonization.
Electric drives.
At the BMW Group, the future of mobility is electric. BMW eDrive technologies and Efficient Dynamics are at the very heart of our premium vehicles, because when it comes to dynamic driving, more powerful electric motors and increased-capacity energy storage are fundamental, while maximum torque ensures fast acceleration right from the get-go.
Hydrogen drives.
With 45 years of experience in hydrogen technology and over 20 in fuel cells, the BMW Group is a pioneer in alternative drive technologies. It is now adding another future-focused chapter to its model portfolio: in 2028 the BMW iX5 Hydrogen will become the first series-produced hydrogen-powered model in the BMW Group’s lineup, alongside the petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric X5 variants. Its arrival underscores BMW’s strategy of offering a diverse range of drive solutions to meet different customer and regulatory requirements worldwide.
Combustion engines.
Combustion engines by the BMW Group are made for maximum efficiency and performance and minimum fuel consumption and pollutants. Our three-, four- and six-cylinder petrol and diesel engines with BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology set new standards.
The latest-generation BMW EfficientDynamics engine family delivers superior performance and environmental credentials, thanks to state-of-the-art injection technologies, innovative transmissions and BMW BluePerformance for lower nitrogen emissions.
Future refuelling and charging infrastructure.
To keep new drive technologies for passenger cars developing at pace, an extensive and comprehensive refuelling and charging infrastructure is needed.
Electric charging.
Over the last few years, the number of charging stations for battery electric vehicles has soared, with more than 75,000 normal chargers available to the German public alone – and over 15,000 fast-chargers. By 2030 the number of charging points is expected to reach a million, offering widespread coverage in urban areas especially. The BMW Group is focusing on expanding the infrastructure and increasing charging speeds, and developing services for customer-friendly charging – anywhere.
