Is BMW worried about Tesla’s lead in EV’s? Chairman Oliver Zipse tells CNBC the company’s plan of 12 EV’s in the next two years is just the start to getting in the EV race. Watch the @SquawkCNBC interview where Zipse lays out the automaker’s strategy. https://t.co/gBwP8kh19B
BMW is enjoying record sales, but pressure is building to step up and develop electric vehicles faster and in greater numbers. What’s the strategy? The man in charge of the German automaker sits down for a @SquawkCNBC Exclusive this morning.
Did you know that BMW Group has a footprint in the U.S. that spans nearly 30 locations in 12 states – including the largest BMW plant in the world in SC? To learn more about BMW Group in the U.S., its history, operations, innovations & products, visit: https://t.co/GP5omHmNh5
BMW is the largest automotive exporter from the US by value for 7th consecutive year according to the US Dept. of Commerce. Plant Spartanburg in SC is the company’s largest production facility in the world. More than 2/3 of production is exported to 125 global markets annually.
Another milestone for Plant Spartanburg- the 5 millionth BMW #MadeInAmerica rolled off the line on June 4. Last year, Plant Spartanburg, BMW’s largest in the world, celebrated 25 years & set a new production record of 411,620 vehicles. https://t.co/VuEylD5o6R
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Knudt Flor on Plant Spartanburg's 25 years of success: “...We have had continuous investment, excellent facilities & the best equipment. What makes the difference is the spirit of our associates, their passion for excellence & the pride they have in their work.”
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