European Markets Rise on Adidas, UK Deficit Weighs
European stock markets opened higher Wednesday, boosted by strong Adidas Q4 results and a less aggressive-than-expected U.S. trade policy stance; however, the UK reported a record December budget deficit of £17.8 billion.
European Markets Rise on Adidas, UK Deficit Weighs
European stock markets opened higher Wednesday, boosted by strong Adidas Q4 results and a less aggressive-than-expected U.S. trade policy stance; however, the UK reported a record December budget deficit of £17.8 billion.
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German EV Market Shrinks 27% in 2024
Germany's 2024 electric vehicle market contracted by 27 percent to approximately 381,000 new registrations due to the end of government subsidies; Tesla and Opel experienced the largest losses, while BMW, Mercedes, and VW gained market share.
German EV Market Shrinks 27% in 2024
Germany's 2024 electric vehicle market contracted by 27 percent to approximately 381,000 new registrations due to the end of government subsidies; Tesla and Opel experienced the largest losses, while BMW, Mercedes, and VW gained market share.
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BMW Sanctions Violation Exposes 'Grey Market' Challenges
BMW admitted selling over 100 luxury cars to Russia, violating EU sanctions prohibiting the export of luxury vehicles with engines larger than 1900cc; the company fired responsible employees and paused future deliveries, highlighting difficulties in enforcing sanctions via a 'grey market' using thir...
BMW Sanctions Violation Exposes 'Grey Market' Challenges
BMW admitted selling over 100 luxury cars to Russia, violating EU sanctions prohibiting the export of luxury vehicles with engines larger than 1900cc; the company fired responsible employees and paused future deliveries, highlighting difficulties in enforcing sanctions via a 'grey market' using thir...
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Mercedes-Benz and BMW to Battle for Market Share with 2025 Electric Vehicle Launches
Mercedes-Benz and BMW are preparing for a major showdown in 2025 with the launch of new electric vehicles; Mercedes-Benz will release the new CLA electric vehicle in March 2025, while BMW will launch its Neue Klasse electric vehicles, starting with the iX3 SUV in the fall of 2025. Both automakers ai...
Mercedes-Benz and BMW to Battle for Market Share with 2025 Electric Vehicle Launches
Mercedes-Benz and BMW are preparing for a major showdown in 2025 with the launch of new electric vehicles; Mercedes-Benz will release the new CLA electric vehicle in March 2025, while BMW will launch its Neue Klasse electric vehicles, starting with the iX3 SUV in the fall of 2025. Both automakers ai...
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Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles: Progress and Challenges
This article explores the progress and challenges of hydrogen fuel cell technology for vehicles, focusing on BMW's efforts and broader industry trends.
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles: Progress and Challenges
This article explores the progress and challenges of hydrogen fuel cell technology for vehicles, focusing on BMW's efforts and broader industry trends.
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BMW Group Spain Sets Sales Records in 2024
In 2024, BMW Group Spain achieved record sales, with BMW brand sales up 29.4% to 45,184 units, exceeding market growth fourfold, while Mini sales decreased by 10.1% due to model range renewal, and BMW Motorrad sales increased by 3.6% to 13,143 units.
BMW Group Spain Sets Sales Records in 2024
In 2024, BMW Group Spain achieved record sales, with BMW brand sales up 29.4% to 45,184 units, exceeding market growth fourfold, while Mini sales decreased by 10.1% due to model range renewal, and BMW Motorrad sales increased by 3.6% to 13,143 units.
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Turkey's 2024 Auto Sales Hit Record High, Driven by Electric Vehicle Boom
Turkey's 2024 new car and light commercial vehicle sales hit a record 1,238,509 units, with electric vehicle sales surging 51.7% to 99,489 units, driven by Togg's market leadership and a 30% market share, outpacing its closest competitor by 18,559 units.
Turkey's 2024 Auto Sales Hit Record High, Driven by Electric Vehicle Boom
Turkey's 2024 new car and light commercial vehicle sales hit a record 1,238,509 units, with electric vehicle sales surging 51.7% to 99,489 units, driven by Togg's market leadership and a 30% market share, outpacing its closest competitor by 18,559 units.
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BMW Sanctions Violation Highlights Challenges of Russia Trade Restrictions
BMW admitted to selling over 100 luxury cars to Russia, violating EU and US sanctions; the company fired employees and paused deliveries, highlighting the challenge of enforcing sanctions due to "grey market" imports via third-party countries.
BMW Sanctions Violation Highlights Challenges of Russia Trade Restrictions
BMW admitted to selling over 100 luxury cars to Russia, violating EU and US sanctions; the company fired employees and paused deliveries, highlighting the challenge of enforcing sanctions due to "grey market" imports via third-party countries.
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Bavarian Construction Industry Faces Sharp Decline in 2024
Bavarian construction firms are experiencing a significant downturn, with projected revenue declines of 3-5% in 2024 and 56% of firms anticipating further decreases in 2025 due to decreased orders across all sectors, including housing, public works, and commercial construction, stemming from increas...
Bavarian Construction Industry Faces Sharp Decline in 2024
Bavarian construction firms are experiencing a significant downturn, with projected revenue declines of 3-5% in 2024 and 56% of firms anticipating further decreases in 2025 due to decreased orders across all sectors, including housing, public works, and commercial construction, stemming from increas...
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