German automaker BMW is taking a significant step toward electric vehicle (EV) production by transforming its Munich plant into an exclusive facility for EV manufacturing. The company plans to invest €650 million in updating the factory site, including the construction of four buildings, with a dedicated vehicle assembly line for EVs.
Starting in 2026, BMW intends to produce the Neue Klasse, an all-electric model, at the Munich plant. By the end of 2027, the facility will exclusively manufacture electric vehicles, marking a strategic shift toward sustainable mobility.
While BMW will continue to produce combustion engine vehicles, those lines have been relocated to a plant outside Birmingham, UK. The Munich plant’s transition aligns with the company’s commitment to modern automotive technology and adapting to the growing demand for electric vehicles in the European market.
Milan Nedeljkovic, a board member at BMW overseeing production, emphasized the Munich plant’s ability to adapt and highlighted the successful production of six all-electric models in the previous year. The move reflects BMW’s dedication to shaping the future of mobility through its production network.
Peter Weber, the Director of the Munich Plant, acknowledged the facility’s historical significance as the “beating heart of BMW” while expressing enthusiasm for guiding it into a fully-electric future. BMW’s decision reflects the broader industry trend toward sustainable and electric transportation.
