BMW, aiming to appeal to a larger user base in the electric car market, has accelerated its efforts. The company announced the establishment of a facility at its Leipzig campus to produce batteries for use in electric vehicles. Here are the details…
BMW builds battery plant for electric cars
Having invested $1.7 billion in its production facility in South Carolina, BMW aims to become a major player in the electric vehicle industry. The company announced its intention to enhance its electrification strategy and revealed that the new battery facility will produce batteries specifically for the all-electric Mini Countryman.
Officials who commented on the matter stated, “Our Leipzig facility continues to gain strength. We became pioneers in electromobility for BMW Group by producing the BMW i3. Now, with the development of e-component production and the upcoming launch of the Mini Countryman, the future is being reshaped.”
According to the announcement, the company will also prioritize sustainability at the battery facility it has invested in. BMW’s new facility will be equipped with 3,000 kilowatts (kW) of solar panels and over 5,700 trees, aiming to achieve a minimal carbon footprint.
The first phase of the facility is set to be completed by mid-2024. The facility will serve as BMW’s EV logistics facility, housing high-voltage battery components for the automaker’s electric models. Once fully operational, the facility will create 500 new jobs in the Leipzig region.
