BMW to build new 8 series at German Dingolfing plant from 2018
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Carmaker BMW plans to build its new 8 series model at its plant in the southern German town of Dingolfing from 2018, strengthening the site’s role in the production of premium models in addition to electric vehicle components.
The plant currently makes BMW’s 3 to 7 series models and expects to beat its record annual output of 369,000 vehicles this year, BMW said in a statement on Saturday.
It reiterated that its new electric, autonomous iNEXT model was to be built at Dingolfing from 2021, and that the plant will be involved in the supply of electric motor, components and a battery for the electric MINI to be built in Oxford.
“And that is certainly not the end of it,” Andreas Wendt, head of the plant, said in a statement.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which BMW models are currently produced at the Dingolfing plant?
Which BMW models are currently produced at the Dingolfing plant?
The plant in Dingolfing currently manufactures BMW's 3, 5, 6, and 7 series models. This range includes a variety of vehicles, contributing to the plant's significant output and its role in premium model production.
Q.When is BMW's new electric, autonomous iNEXT model scheduled to begin production at Dingolfing?
When is BMW's new electric, autonomous iNEXT model scheduled to begin production at Dingolfing?
The new electric, autonomous iNEXT model is slated to commence production at the Dingolfing plant from 2021. This further solidifies the plant's increasing involvement in advanced vehicle manufacturing.
Q.What is the expected annual output record for the Dingolfing plant this year?
What is the expected annual output record for the Dingolfing plant this year?
The Dingolfing plant anticipates exceeding its previous record annual output of 369,000 vehicles this year. This highlights its strong production capacity and efficiency in manufacturing BMW models.
Q.Will the Dingolfing plant contribute components for other electric vehicles?
Will the Dingolfing plant contribute components for other electric vehicles?
Yes, the Dingolfing plant will be involved in supplying electric motor, components, and a battery for the electric MINI. This MINI vehicle is scheduled for production at the Oxford plant.