She was supposed to come out of the ground in 2020, finally she did inauguration is planned for 2024. The future BMW plant will not only assemble cars, but also batteries. The manufacturer has just published the information in a press release. The project was known for a long time, BMW has chosen Hungary to assemble future models of its electric range. baptized New class (reference to Series 5 ancestor), this program is also its name future 100% electric platform. A Bavarian firm indeed late for this, and models (i4, iX3) are still based on adapted thermal platforms. While all its competitors already have special platforms: MEB for Volkswagen, E-GMP for Hyundai, CMF-EV for Renault-Nissan.
New modern factory
This new factory is therefore crucial for the manufacturer. Over time, BMW plans to assemble 150,000 cars a year. First, it will create a 100% electric sedan by 2025, which will be presented as a concept next year. An indispensable model for BMW and the first based on a platform developed and manufactured for electric vehicles. The builder had a billion euros have already been invested in it, he just increased the jackpot to two billion! The choice was made produce on-site batteries that will be used for on-site models. BMW decided reduce logistics costs and time. This plant, the first BMW plant in Europe since 2005, should be at the forefront of technology.
Hungary, the new automotive Eldorado
BMW is not the first foreign manufacturer to set up production in Hungary. The country is famous for its skilled workforce, 2/3 lower salary compared to Germany! Suzuki has been collecting models for Europe since 1991 and currently Vitara and SX4 S-Cross. Audi produces a sedan and a convertible in Gyor A3, while Mercedes Benz made Kecskemet its sole production center for CLA and CLA Shooting Break. In general, these Eastern countries are popular because of their low production costs and their flexibility. Kia, PSA, Volkswagen, Land Rover and Volvo in Slovakia. Skoda, Hyundai and Toyota in the Czech Republic… Something new in the East!
Source: Auto Plus
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