BMW North America CEO touts ‘long game’ in US as $1.7B South Carolina EV expansion takes shape
BMW is cementing its U.S. presence with a $1.7 billion investment in South Carolina to expand electric vehicle production and launch the new X5.
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BMW has completed a $1.7 billion investment in Spartanburg, South Carolina. This expansion focuses on electric vehicles and was marked by the "Home of X" event, where the company premiered the new BMW X5.
Coverage from Fox Business highlights the BMW North America CEO's focus on a "long game" strategy within the U.S. market. Additionally, BMW Group and bmwblog report on the new X5, detailing five different powertrains available for a single body style.
Future developments include the rollout of the 2027 BMW X5 Hybrid, for which exterior photos have been released according to Car and Driver.
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Quick answers
How much did BMW invest in its South Carolina expansion?
BMW invested $1.7 billion in the U.S. expansion.
What was the purpose of the "Home of X" event?
The event in Spartanburg, SC, served to mark the completion of the investment and premiere the new BMW X5.
How many powertrains are available for the new BMW X5?
There are five different powertrains for the BMW X5 body.
Coverage (4)
- Five BMW X5 Powertrains, One Body. Here’s What Sets Each One Apart bmwblog · 16h ago
- BMW Group Completes $1.7 Billion U.S. Investment and Premieres New BMW X5 at “Home of X” Event in Spartanburg, SC BMW Group · 16h ago
- View Exterior Photos of the 2027 BMW X5 Hybrid Car and Driver · 16h ago
- BMW North America CEO touts ‘long game’ in US as $1.7B South Carolina EV expansion takes shape Fox Business · 16h ago broke it first
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