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BMW Group to build future MINI E vehicles in China with Great Wall Motor

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In summer 2018, the 50:50 joint venture agreement was signed in Berlin in the presence of Chinese Premier Li Keqiang and German Chancellor Angela Merkel. The BMW Group is firmly committed to continuing its successful cooperation with established sales structures and channels in China. The construction phase is planned for 2020 to 2022.

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MINI realigning model range with emphasis on electromobility; crossover & premium compact segments; and China

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In 2008, MINI was a trailblazer for electromobility in the BMW Group. The MINI E was produced in a small series and used in a field trial to gather important insights into the use of an all-electric car in everyday traffic. Electrified vehicles now account for 10% of MINI sales.

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Goodbye GM, Hello Tianjin-Qingyuan Electric Vehicle Company?

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At the same time, the value to the economy and environment of a major push for plug-in cars as part of the recovery hasn’t sunk in at the top. nk, Fisker and Aptera, for example, would get cars on the road and allow the plug-in project the chance to more quickly advance to economic viability without the legacy burdens carried by the majors.

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