Of course, this is all in Germany, so American students who are participating in a BMW apprenticeship or student apprenticeship program may be eligible to participate as part of BMW’s MOVE program, which provides practical assignments within the company’s global network.

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Munich. At the BMW Group’s Munich site, a powerful symbol is emerging: the new Talent Campus. Soon to become the company’s education center, the Campus will provide training and professional development for some 40,000 employees in Munich – including 900 apprentices and 300 participants on young talent programs. The state-of-the-art building will include training spaces with the latest technologies for innovative learning, as well as workshops and a public café. It will show clearly the importance of training and lifelong learning at the BMW Group. Professional training and lifelong learning are essential for the company’s successful transition to electric, digital, circular mobility. Education is key not just to staying innovative and competitive but also for employees’ future prospects in the fast-changing world of work.

On 15 July, World Youth Skills Day, the BMW Group will be raising awareness of the many opportunities and prospects for upskilling provided by the range of entry-level training courses and continuing professional development (CPD).

 Variety of entry routes

The BMW Group offers young people a wide range of employment prospects in a variety of exciting skill areas. Entry-level training includes internships, apprenticeships, student apprenticeships and young talent programs for outstanding school, university and PhD students as well as graduates.

The training programs focus primarily on electronics and automation, IT and e-mobility, with some 30 apprenticeship programs and about 20 student apprenticeships in STEM subjects available worldwide. Across the globe, the BMW Group fosters about 5,200 young talents, with approx. 1,200 apprenticeship places and 140 places on young talent programs at BMW AG in Germany alone.

There’s one thing all the programs have in common: a focus on developing talents and nurturing personal strengths while adopting a holistic approach to education that takes into account the learners’ individual personalities.

Focus on developing talents and strengths

The BMW Group offers a host of opportunities for young people to broaden their horizons and apply their strengths. Those at German sites, for example, all take part in workshops exploring strengths, to help them identify not just their own special talents but those of their colleagues as well. They are also given positions where their skills are needed and they can continue to develop professionally.

Apprentices and student apprentices can also apply for a place on the global exchange program MOVE, where they get to experience a practical assignment at a site in the BMW Group production network, whether in Germany or abroad. During the course of the program, they take on two international assignments. Undergraduates and PhD students can also do an internship or orientation assignment in the global network. MOVE is an excellent opportunity for young people to develop their intercultural skills and flexibility and expand their networks across multiple sites.

Meanwhile, the Talent Factory sees apprentices and student apprentices work in interdisciplinary teams, just like they would in a startup. From their first year on the program, they get to develop products and services themselves, to provide real solutions for real customers and nurture their creativity and innovativeness. The Talent Factory is still in its infancy and being established at all sites worldwide.

Personal talent development is also at the heart of the AcceleratiON program for apprentices. This includes careers workshops, coaching, mentoring for personal skills development, and practical assignments in Germany and abroad. Participants in the scholarship and trainee program can tailor their assignments, projects and insights into the various areas of the company in a wide range of ways to suit their personal interests and strengths.

Lifelong learning as part of everyday working life

Technology is developing at breakneck speed, so new knowledge and skills are essential, especially in the fields of electrics and electronics. Training in the field of high-voltage electricity is needed for new battery systems, agile working methods and digitalization, with a focus on artificial intelligence. That’s why CPD is an established and integral part of everyday working life.

Munich’s new Talent Campus will also be home to the BMW Group Academy, when it moves in. Established as the BMW Group’s very own educational institution, the Academy offers more than 4,000 different courses, all tailored to suit the needs of the company. To keep pace with technological advances, course content is regularly updated in conjunction with the specialist departments. The BMW Group Academy also works with external training organizations to ensure the best possible instruction.

Fit for the future with Digital Boost

One practical example of instruction is Digital Boost, introduced under the umbrella of the BMW Group Academy in 2023. This CPD format is the biggest training program in the history of the company and readying some 80,000 employees for the digital future. It encompasses a multitude of practical examples of digital applications and technologies. One focal point is the course modules on artificial intelligence. AI skills are now needed in every profession, so they are already an integral part of entry-level training at the BMW Group. Digital Boost also familiarizes learners the basics of the cloud, the metaverse and data analytics. Young people at the Munich, Regensburg and Dingolfing sites can already do a module on AI in their student apprenticeships for a BSc.

Fun with innovative learning formats

To familiarize employees worldwide with a wide variety of departments, course content is tailored to suit their personal skill levels. AI applications, virtual reality simulations, avatars and animations take them on an exciting learning journey, with features such as an interactive activity based on an escape room. Virtual and augmented reality create a multi-sensory experience for particularly impactful learning, with avatars – created in minutes by AI – explaining course content in videos. This ensures knowledge is conveyed quickly and credibly – and also offers a crucial advantage: content can be imparted in any language, adapted to suit the culture and applied worldwide. In 2024, the BMW Group and BMW Group Academy jointly earned eLearning awards in three categories.

Outlook: Training and young talent programs make Germany a more attractive business location

At the BMW Group, skills development means being part of a living, inspiring learning ecosystem. Lifelong learning – and especially the focus on subject areas of the future – is impactful in many ways: it keeps employees relevant over the longer term and contributes to their personal and professional development. The effects can also be felt beyond the confines of the company, as skills development creates future-focused jobs and ultimately makes Germany more innovative as an industrial base.

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• Q2 2024 BMW Sales Increase 3.7% vs Q2 2023.
• Sales of BMW Battery Electric Vehicles Increase 23.8% vs Q2 2023.

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – July 2, 2024… BMW of North America today reported Q2 2024 sales results for the BMW and MINI brands in the U.S.

BMW Brand.

In the second quarter of 2024, BMW brand sales in the U.S. totaled 91,237 vehicles, a 3.7% increase from the 87,948 vehicles sold in the second quarter of 2023.

“The past few weeks have been challenging for everyone in the industry, however, I’m pleased to report a positive result for the second quarter,” said Sebastian Mackensen, President & CEO, BMW of North America. “Our dealers are a resilient and resourceful group who have worked hard to manage the situation and set us up for a successful second half of the year.”

BMW Electric Vehicle Sales. 

BMW offers four fully electric models in the U.S. – the BMW i4, BMW i5, and BMW i7 Sedans, and the BMW iX Sports Activity Vehicle. In the second quarter of 2024, the company sold 14,081 electric vehicles, which represents a 23.8% increase vs the same quarter last year and approximately 15.4% of total U.S. sales.

Table 1: BMW Battery Electric Vehicle Sales Q2 2024. 

The BMW electrified lineup also includes four plug-in hybrid electric models: the BMW X5 xDrive50e, BMW 330e, BMW 750e and BMW XM. The plug-in hybrid electric BMW 550e will begin arriving in showrooms towards the end of this year.

MINI Brand. 

MINI sales in the U.S. totaled 5,898 vehicles in the second quarter of 2024, a decrease of 22% vs the 7,585 vehicles sold in the second quarter of 2023.

MINI sales volume continues to be impacted by the planned model changeover as the brand begins the launch of its entirely new product portfolio this year.  This includes a full range of all-new MINI Countryman and Cooper models, which have just begun to arrive at U.S. dealerships.

Table 2: New Vehicle Sales BMW of North America, LLC, Q2 2024. 

The sales reported in today’s figures are of BMW passenger cars and light trucks, as well as MINI passenger cars.  Consistent with auto industry practice in the U.S., BMW of North America follows the U.S. Auto Industry Sales Release Schedule issued annually by Motor Intelligence for purposes of reporting sales of BMW passenger cars and light trucks and MINI passenger cars. As a result, the sales of BMW passenger cars and light trucks and MINI passenger cars reflected in today’s Q2 2024 report occurred between April 2, 2024 and July 1, 2024.  

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It seems time and technology have finally reached the point where MINI feels comfortable applying their performance name (as well as taking a que from computer-manufacturers by adding a “PRO” to the name to show they’re serious) to an all-electric model, the MINI John Cooper Works E PROtotype.

BMW Group will give everyone a preview of the new PRO electric JCW at the Goodwood Festival of Speed this week, a bit ahead of the official world premiere.

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The new MINI John Cooper Works E PROtotype will debut at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed.

Munich. The MINI John Cooper Works E PROtotype marks a significant milestone as the first-ever electric MINI John Cooper Works model. Featuring a striking design and advanced electric powertrain, this prototype embodies MINI’s commitment to innovation and electromobility.

Celebrating its world premiere later this year, the MINI John Cooper Works E represents a bold move in MINI’s evolution, combining the brand’s rich heritage with cutting-edge technology. The future John Cooper Works lineup will include both petrol and all-electric models.

In a nod to MINI’s historic victory of the Mini Cooper S at the 1964 Rallye Monte Carlo 60 years ago, the racecar features a distinctive camouflage designed by the MINI Design Team, and the “37” logo, commemorating this milestone achievement. This emblem serves as a homage to MINI’s rich motorsport tradition.

The dynamic premiere at the Goodwood Festival of Speed offers a glimpse of the future of high-performance electric vehicles, showcasing MINI’s iconic design and engineering prowess. Fans and automotive enthusiasts alike can expect an unforgettable showcase of the MINI John Cooper Works E PROtotype’s capabilities as it tackles the challenging hill climb.

The Goodwood Festival of Speed is being held over four days from July 11-14, 2024.

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Read BMW’s full release about the assembly start for the new M5.

Dingolfing. A few days ago, BMW M GmbH unveiled the new BMW M5 (Energy consumption, weighted, combined: 1,7 – 1,6 l/100 km [166.2 – 176.6 mpg imp] and 25,5 – 25,0 kWh/100 km according to WLTP; CO2 emissions, weighted, combined: 39 – 37 g/km according to WLTP; fuel consumption with discharged battery: 10,3 – 10,2 l/100 km [27.4 – 27.7 mpg imp] according to WLTP; CO2 classes: weighted, combined B, with discharged battery G) and released the first official pictures. Today, the new high-performance sedan celebrated its official start of production at BMW Group Plant Dingolfing. The seventh-generation BMW M5 is the first to come off the assembly line with an electrified drive train: The model-specific M HYBRID system combines a V8 engine with an e-drive to deliver a system output of 727 hp, enabling it to sprint from 0 to 100 in just 3.5 seconds. The vehicle’s high-voltage battery, with an available energy content of 18.6 kWh, offers an electric range of 67 to up to 69 kilometres (WLTP) that is unique among its competitors.

“We are proud to be building the latest generation of the iconic M5 here in Dingolfing,” says Plant Director Christoph Schröder. The site already delivered the pre-assembled bodies for the very first BMW M5 models, back in the 1980s, which were then completed by hand at M GmbH in Garching. Since the second generation – or, to be more exact, 1988 – the high-performance sports car has been built entirely at the plant in Lower Bavaria.

Central components for the new BMW M5 are also produced on site or supplied by nearby component plants. Schröder refers to this as an “under on roof production approach”. For example, the chassis of the BMW M5, specially tailored to the model, comes from Dingolfing component plant 02.10, while the high-voltage battery is assembled next door at plant 02.20, the Competence Centre for E-Drive Production. The carbon-fibre roof is supplied by the plant in Landshut, located 30 kilometres away.

A unique aspect of production at the vehicle plant is the modifications already made in the body shop. Based on the BMW 5 Series standard production body, the BMW M5 features additional measures to stiffen the body structure and a specially widened body with flared wheel arches, thus also enabling the integration of the M-specific rear axle.

In the paint shop, customers can choose between ten standard and 150 special-request finishes for their new BMW M5.

The new BMW M5, like its predecessor, is assembled alongside other BMW 5 Series, BMW 4 Series and BMW M4 models on the same production line, where it is completed with specific equipment options, such as the CFRP rear spoiler, M steering wheel and M multifunction seats.

Over the coming weeks, production at the plant will gradually ramp up to several dozen BMW M5 vehicles per day. The European market launch of the new model is scheduled to get underway from 2 November 2024. By then, another new model will already be celebrating its premiere at Plant Dingolfing: the new BMW M5 Touring, which expands the BMW M GmbH offering and completes the new BMW 5 Series range.

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And now, BMW has just released information about the new, 7th generation of the M5, with an M Hybrid system that gives the new model 717 hp of power and can hit 60 mph in 3.4 seconds. Read BMW’s full release below.

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – June 25, 2024… The BMW M5 is powering into a new era. With 40 years of history having passed under its wheels, the legendary high-performance sedan has reached its seventh generation. And the executive model from BMW M now has an electrified drive system for the first time. A model-specific version of the M Hybrid system gives the new BMW M5 a maximum system output of 717 hp and peak system torque of 738 lb-ft. The combination of a high-revving V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology and an electric motor, abetted by an 8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic and the M xDrive all-wheel-drive system gives drivers a new experience of the performance with which M models have made their name.

The new edition of the high-performance sedan sees BMW M taking another step in its evolution towards electrification. The combination of combustion engine and electric motor in the new BMW M5 is closely related to the drive system in the BMW M Hybrid V8 endurance racing car. The intelligently controlled interaction between the engine and the electric motor, the power transfer, and the chassis technology tuned perfectly to the performance characteristics provide the latest example of how to improve the driving experience on the road using established Motorsport expertise.

The new BMW M5 will make its world premiere at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in England in July 2024, with production at BMW Group Plant Dingolfing beginning the same month. The worldwide market launch of the new BMW M5 will start in November 2024.

M Hybrid system in the new BMW M5: signature M performance characteristics in a new form.

The M Hybrid drive system of the new BMW M5 is based on a 4.4-liter V8 engine with a classically high-revving nature. The engine is bound to impress with its improved response, willingness to rev, and optimized efficiency. It utilizes the thermodynamic benefits of a cross-bank exhaust manifold, while a reinforced crankshaft drive, turbochargers mounted close to the exhaust manifold – and with adapted indirect charge air cooling and an electrically controlled blow-off valve – plus a vane-type oil pump and a weight-minimized plastic oil sump, all play a role in the engine’s efficiency. An optimized oil separation process with variable impactor enhances the engine’s emissions performance. In addition, a dual air intake duct ensures reduced pressure losses and enhanced acoustics via noise dampers positioned near the engine.

The combustion engine in the new BMW M5 blends its classically high-revving nature with emphatic power delivery sustained across a wide rpm range. Its peak torque of 553 lb-ft is available between 1,800 and 5,400 rpm. The V8 delivers its maximum output of 577 hp from 5,600 to 6,500 rpm and has a rev limit of 7,200 rpm.

The S68B44T0 V8 engine in the new BMW M5 is complemented by an electric motor which, like the power electronics and high-voltage battery of the plug-in-hybrid system, are the product of the current, fifth generation of BMW eDrive technology. The permanently excited synchronous motor is integrated into the 8-speed M Steptronic transmission together with its power electronics and responds to the accelerator with instantaneous power delivery, in the manner now familiar from electric motors.

The electric motor contributes up to 194 hp to the maximum system output and up to 207 lb-ft to the maximum system torque. Its nominal torque is boosted to as much as 332 lb-ft at the transmission input via a pre-gearing stage patented by BMW. This innovation enables the electric motor, which is integrated into the transmission housing in a compact, weight-saving design, to generate effective thrust that could normally only be achieved using a far larger unit.

Working together, the 4.4-liter M TwinPower Turbo V8 and the GEN5 electric motor produce a maximum system output of 717 hp between 5,600-6,500 rpm, and maximum system torque of 738 lb-ft between 1,800-5,400 rpm. The outstanding power and torque are expertly manged by the 8-speed M Steptronic gearbox and the M xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system to launch the new M5 from 0-60 in 3.4 seconds. In addition, the prodigious torque gives the M Hybrid drive system outstanding elasticity, which is reflected in a time of 2.9 seconds for the sprint from 50 to 75 mph in fifth gear. In fourth gear, this figure drops as low as 2.2 seconds. The top speed of the new BMW M5 is limited to 155 mph as standard, and raised to 190 mph when the optional M Driver’s Package is specified.

The newly developed sport exhaust system of the 2025 BMW M5, with its electronically controlled and continuously adjustable flaps, summons a rich aural accompaniment to the engine’s power delivery. The engine note is therefore very distinctive, as is the appearance of the two pairs of dual 4-inch diameter tailpipes integrated into the rear apron.

High-voltage battery, power electronics and Combined Charging Unit with intelligent energy and heat management.

The energy for the electric drive system is stored in a high-voltage battery, which is installed in the underbody of the new BMW M5 to save space. The positioning of the battery here helps to lower the center of gravity, which has a positive effect on handling agility. The integration of the battery also avoids restricting cabin or luggage space in any way. The lithium-ion battery delivers impressive energy density at a cell and battery-pack level. It has a usable energy content of 14.8 kWh and provides a constant flow of power across a wide temperature range and even under the heavy loads brought by a particularly sporty driving style.

The power electronics of the M Hybrid system optimize the interplay between the combustion engine and electric motor. Depending on the situation and the driver’s preferences, the drive system can be set up to maximize either outright performance or efficiency. As well as providing an electric boost effect under acceleration, the electric motor of the new BMW M5 also plays a supporting role under steady loads, helping to significantly reduce the fuel consumption of the engine. In the same way, intelligent energy management allows the battery’s charge level to be regulated so that the final off-highway leg of a longer journey, for example, can be covered using only electric power.

The M Hybrid system’s Combined Charging Unit coordinates the flow of electricity both when charging the high-voltage battery and when supplying energy to the electric motor. It also acts as a voltage transformer to supply the 12V electrical system. Its predictive heat management allows the Combined Charging Unit to reduce charging times by strategically warming or cooling the battery. The system uses data on the outside temperature, predicted charging power, charge stroke between the current actual value and the target value, the remaining range, and the distance to the destination to calculate the target temperature at which the high-voltage battery can be charged at maximum power for the longest possible time.

In addition, the charging socket on the front side panel on the left-hand side of the new BMW M5 has a sensor that measures the temperature at the plug contacts and can therefore detect a possible instance of overheating at an early stage.

Integrated cooling system, model-specific engine and transmission mounts.

The M Hybrid drive system of the new BMW M5 features an integrated cooling system adapted to the demands of both track driving and everyday use. Large air intakes at the front ensure the inflow of cool air is maintained as required at all times. Generously sized heat exchangers and an integrated system for controlling the temperature of the combustion engine, the transmission including electric motor, and the high-voltage battery ensure ideal operating temperatures for the drive system technology under sustained high power demand, on short journeys, and in city driving.

The air flowing into the central section of the BMW kidney grille initially encounters the low-temperature radiator, then the air conditioning condenser, and finally the high-temperature radiator. The low-temperature circuit supplies both the indirect intercooler for the V8 engine and the electric motor’s power electronics. The high-voltage battery and the climate control system for the cabin are connected to an large coolant condenser. The high-temperature circuit comprises a mechanical water pump, a main radiator and two remote ones to the sides in the wheel arches. Together, these elements supply coolant to the engine block and the two turbochargers. A separate, horizontally arranged heat exchanger directly controls the temperature of the engine oil. Transmission oil cooling is by upstream air heat exchanger.

Eight-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic, Launch Control function and integrated electric motor.

The 8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic channels the power generated by the combustion engine as well as drive torque from the integrated electric motor as required to enhance either efficiency, comfort, or performance. The transmission’s shift characteristics can be varied via the Drivelogic settings selectable using the M Setup menu. Three clearly distinguishable stages can be selected in both automated and manual mode – ranging from comfort-focused to extremely dynamic.

A new Boost Control function enables a nearly instantaneous burst of speed when travelling between 20 and 90 mph. Pulling on the left-hand shift paddle for more than one second prompts all the powertrain and chassis systems to be switched to their sportiest setting. An alert on the information display indicates that this function has been initiated. When the driver pushes down hard on the accelerator, the M5 responds with immediate and truly ferocious acceleration.

Up to five operating modes allow drivers to tailor the performance and efficiency as they wish.

The interaction between the combustion engine and electric motor in the BMW M5 can be adjusted by selecting specific operating modes for the M Hybrid system. The driver can call up the relevant menu using the M HYBRID button on the control panel in the center console and access it on the control display. Three driving modes are available as standard, with another two available optionally.

The default setting HYBRID gives the driver access to the full system output of the combustion engine and electric motor in tandem. The amount each drive source contributes to the performance experience depends on the drive configuration selected from the M Setup menu. In the Comfort setting, the electric motor is deployed more often, optimizing the efficiency of the new BMW M5. If the battery is at a very low state of charge, the generator function raises the engine’s load point to feed additional power into the high-voltage battery, and full system output developed by the motor and engine is still available. In the drive system’s Sport and Sport Plus modes, the combustion engine is always engaged.

The ELECTRIC operating mode is for locally emission-free driving. In this mode, the V8 engine is only engaged if the driver pushes the accelerator into kickdown or switches to the transmission’s manual mode using the paddle shifters. Choosing the eCONTROL setting allows the charge of the high-voltage battery to be maintained at a constant level during a journey or increased by means of energy recuperation or by deliberately raising the combustion engine’s load points. In this way, battery capacity can be saved for pure-electric driving in urban areas later in the journey, for example.

Specifying the optional M Drive Professional adds DYNAMIC and DYNAMIC PLUS modes. These ensure the combustion engine and electric motor are both active and that the cooling system is conditioned for track driving. In DYNAMIC mode, the full system output is primed to deliver balanced, sustained high performance on the track. And DYNAMIC PLUS mode delivers the M Hybrid system’s full system power for a brief period for use on a circuit, for example.

Precise distribution of power with M xDrive and Active M Differential.

In all operating modes, the power from the combustion engine, electric motor or both is channelled to the road via M xDrive. With its electronically controlled multi-plate clutch, this intelligent all-wheel-drive system ensures fully variable distribution of power between the front and rear axle, which optimizes both the traction and performance of the new BMW M5. Its transfer case is more efficient than in the previous generation, weighs less and it brings improvements in oil-level control and cooling. A special design for the underbody panelling ensures a highly effective flow of cooling air. In addition, the torque capacity of the transfer case has been increased to take into account the extremely powerful M Hybrid drive system in the new BMW M5.

The M xDrive system’s responses can also be adapted via the M Setup menu. Beyond the default 4WD setting, drivers can choose from two other modes. In 4WD Sport mode, the characteristic rear-biased setup of the M-specific all-wheel-drive system is more pronounced. This delivers the sporting handling in dynamic driving situations for which M models are renowned. To activate the 4WD Sport setting, drivers will first need to switch to M Dynamic Mode or fully deactivate the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) system. And only when DSC has been fully deactivated can 2WD mode be selected. Sending drive exclusively to the rear wheels without interventions from the DSC system will appeal to experienced drivers who prefer an even more unfiltered performance experience, e.g. when executing drift maneuvers on the track.

Working together with the M xDrive system is an electronically controlled differential lock in the rear axle of the new BMW M5, which further enhances traction, agility, and directional stability. Like the all-wheel-drive system, the Active M Differential is tailored specially to the performance characteristics of the M Hybrid drive system. It provides fully variable distribution of drive between the left and right rear wheels, adjusted to the situation at hand. The Active M Differential also helps to enhance dynamic cornering. Shifting power to the wheel on the outside of the corner mitigates understeer without the need for any brake inputs. In order to regulate power transfer as precisely as possible, both the M xDrive all-wheel-drive system and the Active M Differential are networked with the central transverse dynamics management of the new BMW M5.

Extremely stiff body structure with M-specific bracing elements.

An extensive package of precisely interlinked M-specific bracing elements focused on enhancing driving dynamics increases the longitudinal and torsional stiffness of the body structure. At the front of the M5 is a shear panel that connects the spring strut towers with the bulkhead, as well as bespoke tower-to-front-end struts. Further strengthening elements can be found in the center and rear sections of the engine compartment.

At the back, the new BMW M5 has model-specific underfloor bracing elements including a cross-bar and a shear panel as well as further stiffening elements for the load compartment. Furthermore, the mountings connecting the chassis to the body and the steering to the front axle subframe also boast exceptional torsional rigidity.

Sophisticated chassis technology with unique tuning.

The advanced chassis technology of the new BMW M5 uses model-specific kinematics and elastokinematics to give it exceptional dynamic potential. The design and setup of all components ensure the handling of the new M5 is characterized by precise response to movements of the steering wheel, neutral steering behavior up to the limit, and linear build-up of lateral forces across the full lateral acceleration range.

The double-wishbone front axle has optimized longitudinal and lateral rigidity, while the use of aluminium components reduces unsprung mass. All the elements of the wheel carriers have been redesigned. The axle kinematics, large castor and kingpin angles, a lowered roll center, and elastomer bearings developed specifically for the new BMW M5 enable a familiar M combination of dynamic performance and refined comfort in everyday driving and over longer journeys.

The 5-link rear axle also employs components with a model-specific design to meet the highly exacting dynamic requirements of a high-performance sports sedan. The innovative sheet-steel construction of the forged links and wheel carriers – like the rear axle subframe, made from aluminium – reduce unsprung mass. The new track control arms, camber control arms, and guide arms of the rear axle were developed specially for high longitudinal and transverse dynamics. The straight-line poise, load-change characteristics, directional stability when changing lanes, and steering behavior benefit from highly precise wheel guidance. Exceptionally stiff mountings for the rear axle subframe, which also has very high structural rigidity, enhance the agility of the new BMW M5. The large supporting base of the rear axle subframe, which is used to damp powertrain vibrations, and model-specific elastokinematics, which improve rolling comfort, have a positive effect on comfort levels over long journeys.

Standard specification includes M Servotronic steering and Integral Active Steering.

The M Servotronic steering for the new BMW M5 has been updated and unites speed-sensitive power assistance and a variable steering ratio. This allows the M-specific version of the electrically assisted rack-and-pinion steering system (Electric Power Steering) to deliver precisely the right amount of steering torque in every situation.

Typical of BMW M vehicles, the steering has a rigid – rather than elastic – connection with the front axle subframe to ensure optimal feedback and a high degree of directional accuracy. Drivers can choose from two settings for the steering assistance via the M Setup menu, allowing them to select either a comfort-focused setup or one optimized for sporty driving.

The seventh-generation BMW M5 now also features Integral Active Steering. This system, which turns the rear wheels in either the same direction as or the opposite direction to the front wheels, depending on the car’s speed, is fitted as standard. With a steering angle of up to 1.5°, it increases comfort when maneuvring and reduces the M5’s turning circle, as well as improving stability and comfort when changing lanes at higher speeds. In addition, in highly dynamic driving situations, the system prompts the chassis control tech to make steering inputs to optimize directional stability and agility.

Adaptive M suspension with electronically controlled dampers.

The new BMW M5 also comes standard with Adaptive M suspension. Its electronically controlled dampers optimize road contact in all driving situations, reduce the body’s tendency to roll through high speed corners, and enhance driving comfort in everyday conditions and on long-distance trips. The dampers are controlled with the help of sensors that constantly monitor body movements, the condition of the road, and steering adjustments. Electromagnetically controlled valves generate the optimum damping forces for each individual wheel in milliseconds.

The basic damper setting can be altered by the driver in the M Setup menu, and the responses of the Integral Active Steering system are adjusted together with the dampers.

Integrated braking system with individually selectable settings fitted as standard; M Carbon ceramic brakes optional.

The new integrated braking system adjusts stopping power extremely quickly and precisely to the driver’s requirements. To this end, it brings together the brake activation, brake booster and braking control functions within a single module. The brake pressure required is initiated using an electric actuator.

The introduction of the integrated braking system for the new BMW M5 is accompanied by further updates for the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) functions. As the braking control function is also integrated into the system’s central module, corrective inputs are now applied with greater precision. The anti-lock braking system (ABS) and Cornering Brake Control (CBC) are both enhanced by the integrated braking system, likewise the stability control system for preventing oversteer and understeer, and the Automatic Differential Brake (ADB-X), Brake Assist, Dry Braking function, Start-Off Assistant and Automatic Hold functions.

The near-actuator wheel slip limitation tech fitted in the new BMW M5 enables highly sensitive acceleration control on wet, snow-covered, or icy surfaces or on roads with inconsistent grip levels. The integration of this traction control system into the engine management eliminates the long signal paths to the DSC control unit. This allows corrective inputs to be applied up to ten times faster than in conventional systems. Because near-actuator wheel slip limitation responds so quickly to any loss of traction, especially when accelerating hard or taking corners at speed, the DSC system has to intervene far less frequently with selective applications of the brakes at individual wheels to maintain composed and assured handling.

This function is networked with the central transverse dynamics management, as are Performance Control, the M xDrive all-wheel-drive system, the Active M Differential and the steering’s control systems. This ensures that all the functions act in a coordinated manner to produce a well-resolved driving experience worthy of the M badge in all situations.

Braking is handled by the standard M Compound brakes or optional M Carbon ceramic brakes. Both have six-piston fixed-calliper brakes at the front axle and single-piston floating-calliper brakes at the rear. Drilled brake discs – 16.1-inches at the front and 15.7-inches at the rear – are standard. The callipers are painted blue as standard or red or black as an option and carry the M logo. The M Carbon ceramic brakes bring reduced weight (they are around 55 lbs. lighter), stronger braking power, a greater ability to withstand fade, further enhanced thermal stability, and high resistance to wear. Other features of the M Carbon brakes are the callipers painted in Gold metallic and larger 16.5-inch drilled discs at the front.

New M alloy wheels with staggered dimensions.

Standard specification for the new BMW M5 includes new M Double-spoke alloy wheels Style 951 in a Midnight Grey finish, 20-inch at the front, 21-inch at the rear. The wheels are fitted with 285/40 ZR20 front and 295/35 ZR21 rear performance tires. High performance tires are available optionally as are two alternative alloy wheel designs in bi-color and Jet Black.

Driver assistance systems with individually adjustable functions.

The new BMW M5 is available either as standard or optionally with a broader selection of driver assistance systems than has been offered previously. The functionality of these systems has also been further improved thanks to the integrated braking system and networked transverse dynamics management.

The standard-fitted systems include Forward Collision Mitigation, Lane Keeping Assistant and Speed Limit Info, along with the Driving Assistant including Active Blind Spot Detection and Speed Limit Assistant. The Parking Assistant, now standard, incorporates features such as the Backup Assistant and a Rear View Camera.

On the options list is the Driving Assistant Professional, which permits the Lane Keeping Assistant with Side Collision Protection and Distance Control to be used when travelling at highway speeds. At lower speeds up to 40 mph, the Traffic Jam Assistant can provide attentive, unlimited hands-free driving to ease the strain of especially dense traffic situations on limited access highways.

The functions of the driver assistance system can be configured to personal preference using the M Mode button on the center console. In the Sport setting, all interventions in the car’s braking and steering systems are suspended, with the exception of those triggered by the Forward Collision Mitigation system and the Evasion Assistant. Instead, only warning alerts flagging up speed limits or overtaking restrictions, for example, are given. In cars with the optional M Drive Professional, Track mode – conceived for use strictly on race tracks – can be selected. Here, all the advanced driver assistance systems are fully deactivated.

Exterior design. Expressive, and more distinctive than ever before.

With its prominently flared wheel arches and side skirts, sculptural front apron, and unique surface treatment around the C-pillar, the new M5 cuts an athletic figure – one that sets it apart from the BMW 5 Series range more clearly than ever. In addition, a higher proportion of surfaces painted in body color creates a more holistic appearance with stylish references to the new M5’s superior dynamic promise.

Front end: a clear expression of presence and performance.

The front view of the new BMW M5 is shaped by a modern take on the signature BMW twin headlights and BMW kidney grille. The standard Adaptive LED Headlights with cornering light function bring a clean, modern look. M Shadowline Lights, also standard, add darkened trim to the inside of the housings.

The newly designed BMW M kidney grille is finished in Black high-gloss and almost entirely enclosed. A single M double-bar bearing the M5 badge runs horizontally across the grille. The grille center houses the sensors for the driver assistance systems. In its lower section, two small, matte-finished air intakes ensure optimum temperature control by efficiently channelling the incoming air to the radiators. The simplified design approach enables a fresh aesthetic, bordered by a clean, black frame that can be illuminated by the optional BMW Iconic Glow contour lighting.

Below the M kidney grille is the central lower air intake. The Black high-gloss aperture in the front apron ensures a generous supply of cooling air. It is split by a central partition, which brings a new Motorsport-inspired design cue to the front. With their triangular contouring, the side air intakes painted in body color accentuate the broad stance of the new BMW M5. Pronounced wheel arch extensions and the sculptural surfaces around the BMW M kidney grille, headlights, and air intakes create a striking appearance.

Dynamic silhouette with powerful proportions and M-specific design features.

M-specific design features ensure the new BMW M5 is immediately recognizable as a high-performance sports car when viewed from the side. The sides of the body, including the front and rear wheel arches, have been completely redesigned specifically for the M5. This has resulted in an increase in the width – by 3-inches at the front wheels and 1.9-inches at the rear when compared to the standard BMW 5 Series. This means no additional flares on the wheel arches are required to accomodate the wider tires. The hunkered-down body and front and rear aprons extending downward emphasize the M5’s imposing proportions.

The M5’s lines also emphasize the athletic surfacing of the wheel arches. A modified character line above the flush door handles adds interest to the side view; it fades out earlier than on the BMW 5 Series, accentuating the powerful surface above the rear wheel. Side skirts painted in body color finish the design in muscular style at the point closest to the road; an additional, light-refracting edge strengthening the slim and athletic overall impression. The aerodynamically optimized M exterior mirror caps can be finished in carbon fiber as an option.

The embossed M5 logo in D-pillar surround with standard M High-gloss Shadow Line trim brings an extra touch of individuality. The matte finish of the logo stands out clearly from the surface of the Hofmeister kink.

Broad, powerful rear end with monolithic surface treatment.

Prominently flared wheel arches also define the character of the rear end. They accentuate the width and muscular stance of the new BMW M5, an impression reinforced by the vertical reflectors positioned at the outer edges of the rear. As at the front, generously sized surfaces give the rear a monolithic appearance.

An M rear spoiler and a diffuser element optimize airflow around the body. In addition, the familiar M twin exhaust tailpipes – here in Black Chrome – are integrated into the rear apron. The center of the diffuser has a vertical divider. This design feature adapted from racing car design references the split in the center of the front apron.

Expressive body colors; BMW Individual special paint finishes available from launch.

Customers can choose from one solid and nine metallic exterior paint shades for their new BMW M5. These include the exclusive M colors Isle of Man Green metallic and Marina Bay Blue metallic and the matte finish Frozen Deep Grey metallic. A range of BMW Individual paint finishes will also be offered from the launch of the new M5.

New M leather steering wheel, center console with M-specific control panel.

A newly designed M leather steering wheel in three-spoke design with a flat-bottomed rim, stitching in BMW M GmbH colors, and a red center marker in the 12-o’clock position adds to the Motorsport-inspired atmosphere of the cockpit in the new BMW M5. The horizontal spokes of the new steering wheel have narrow cut-outs and glass-look multifunction buttons. Steering wheel heating is standard.

The programmable M buttons above the horizontal spokes are trapezoidal in shape, taking their cue from the contours of the M-specific displays. They are finished in M Red metallic and are illuminated at night. The gearshift paddles on the steering wheel also have a new design. Their surfaces are finished in Black high-gloss, while the cut-out plus and minus symbols have red contour lines. When the optional M Drive Professional is fitted, the left-hand paddle is marked BOOST.

The control panel on the center console houses the red start/stop button, the newly designed gear selector toggle, the BMW iDrive Controller, the roller control for the audio, and the M-specific buttons for the setup options. The iDrive Controller has an M logo outline design and, like the Black high-gloss gear selector toggle and the audio system’s roller, it is accented in Dark Silver.

Individual vehicle configuration with the Setup button.

The control panel also has dedicated buttons for selecting the DSC system settings, the M HYBRID drive system’s operating mode, the M Mode for the displays and driver assistance systems, and the overall setup of the new M5. Pressing the Setup button activates the M Setup menu, which is then shown in the control display. Drivers can then use touch control to select their desired settings for the drive system, transmission, suspension, steering, braking system, and M xDrive, as well as for the intensity of energy recuperation.

Users can choose from three modes each for the drive system, the Drivelogic function of the 8-speed M Steptronic transmission, the damper response, the all-wheel-drive system, and energy recuperation on the overrun and under braking. These settings and the two available settings for both the steering and brake pedal feel allow drivers to create a vehicle profile for that reflects their preferred choice of performance or comfort.

Two individually configurable setup variants can be stored permanently together with the preferred settings for the M HYBRID system’s operating mode, drive sound and DSC system. The desired overall vehicle setup can then be called up at any time by pressing one of the two M buttons on the steering wheel.

M multifunction seats provide track-ready support and long-distance comfort. New Full Merino Metallic leather trim optional.

Customers can choose to outfit the standard M Multifunction Seats in one of four shades of Extended Merino Leather; Black, Silverstone/Black bi-color, Red/Black bi-color, and Kyalami Orange/Black bi-color.

Making its debut in the new 2025 BMW M5 is the BMW Individual Full Merino Metallic leather trim, which will be available from spring 2025 in Black/Dark Violet bi-color and Taupe Grey/Deep Lagoon Pearl Effect bi-color. The unique finish creates a particularly striking effect for the head and shoulder areas of the M Multifunction Seats and imparts an exclusive and technical aura to the interior with surfaces that vary their appearance according to the prevalence of light. This is made possible by a refinement process called High Definition Design (HDD), and BMW is the first carmaker to use this process in one of its products. HDD creates a unique, three-dimensional ornamentation in the leather, featuring exceptionally clear contours and seamless transitions between areas higher up in the interior and those lower down.

Model-specific interior lighting, BMW Interaction Bar and standard ambient lighting.

Alongside the lighting for the smartphone tray, center armrest, and handle recess in the door panel trim, the interior lighting also comprises a Welcome Animation with light signals in the BMW M tricolor. Also helping to create the exclusive on-board ambience is the BMW Interaction Bar spanning the instrument panel into the front door panel trim. Integrated into the instrument panel with a crystalline glass appearance, this combined light-bar/toolbar includes control surfaces for the ventilation settings, rear window heating, and hazard warning lights.

The standard ambient lighting provides atmospheric illumination for the footwells, the door pockets, the cup holders, the interior trim elements, the audio system’s midrange speakers integrated into the door panel trim, and the backs of the front seats. The colors used for the light effects vary according to the M Mode selected. In Track mode, the lighting is fully switched off.

The new BMW M5 comes standard with interior trim elements in Aluminium Rhombicle. Options include M Carbon Fiber with high-gloss silver threads and BMW Individual Dark Oak high-gloss fine-wood trim. All the interior trim variants are accented in Dark Silver.

Luxurious standard equipment includes a Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System and a Sky Lounge Panoramic Roof.

The premium ambiance of the new BMW M5 is underlined by the array of luxurious equipment features fitted as standard to enhance comfort and diving pleasure. For example, a Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System with 18 speakers and 655-watts of crystal clear power. Illuminated metal covers for the door-mounted speakers underscore the exclusive character of the sound system.

Also standard is the Sky Lounge Panorami Roof. The fixed glass panel extends in a single section from just behind the windscreen almost to the rear window and floods the interior with light. Measuring 33-inches long and 32-inches wide, the aperture is almost 90 percent larger than a conventional tilt/slide sunroof. An electrically operated roller blind provides shade when desired.

Alternatively, customers can specify the new BMW M5 with the optional M Carbon roof, which reduces vehicle weight by more than 66 lbs. The M Carbon roof is part of the M Carbon package, which also includes exterior mirror caps and a rear spoiler made from the same lightweight material.

Display and control/operation system, connectivity. New BMW iDrive and innovative digital services.

The BMW Curved Display in the cockpit provides the ideal platform from which to configure the drive settings in the new M5 from the M Setup menu quickly and intuitively by touch on the control display. The new display and control/operation is based on BMW Operating System 8.5, and offers M-specific displays for all other vehicle functions such as navigation, communications and climate control, and enables use of a significantly increased selection of innovative digital services.

The latest generation of BMW iDrive is geared to operation using the touchscreen and natural speech. But as well as the control display with touch control and the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, it encompasses the multifunction buttons on the steering wheel, the iDrive Controller on the center console, and the BMW Head-Up Display, which projects relevant driving information directly into the driver’s field of vision on the windscreen, also with M-specific graphics.

The new generation of BMW iDrive also expands the repetoire abilities of the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. For example, naturally formulated spoken instructions can now be used in the new BMW M5 to adjust the seat position, start Automatic Park Assistant, or activate BMW IconicSounds Electric.

M-specific readouts and graphics on the BMW Curved Display.

Inside the cockpit of the new BMW M5, the BMW Curved Display impresses with modern graphics, dynamic light effects, and expressive colour worlds. The fully digital screen grouping is made up of a 12.3-inch information display and a 14.9-inch control display.

Within the information display directly in front of the driver, the vehicle speed is shown on the left, both as a number and as a digital scale, along with further information such as the fuel level and the status of the driver assistance systems. The right-hand section indicates engine speed, current gear, the transmission’s Drivelogic setting, as well as the charge level of the high-voltage battery and the setup selected using the M button on the steering wheel. The familiar M Shift Lights appear at the top of the information display, while an indicator bar along the lower edge notifies the driver of the status of the driving stability systems, M xDrive, and traction control, among other things.

The fully digital screen grouping provides a clear overview of the various menu options in the form of widgets on the control display’s home screen, which can be arranged to suit personal preferences. A number of special widgets are also available in the new BMW M5 containing information on the current vehicle setup, as well as tire pressure and temperature. Users can return to the home screen from any of the submenus with a tap of the finger on the home icon at the lower edge of the control display. Icons for direct access to the climate control, audio system, communications, and All Apps menus can also be found here.

BMW Head-Up Display with M-specific readouts and BMW Maps navigation system as standard.

The BMW Head-Up Display is included with the standard BMW Live Cockpit Professional in the new BMW M5. It projects information relevant to driving – including a multi-colored tachometer, shift lights, and M View – onto the windscreen, again in an M-specific style.

The cloud-based BMW Maps navigation system is also part of standard equipment. It offers extremely fast and dynamic route calculation, based on precise real-time traffic data transmitted at short intervals. BMW Maps also enables charging-optimized route planning on longer journeys.

The Augmented View function can be added of the navigation system’s map view as standard. Here, a live video stream from the driver’s perspective can be shown on either the control or information display and augmented by supplementary information that matches the context.

Video streaming and AirConsole games on the control display.

BMW Operating System 8.5 offers a wide range of digital content for information and entertainment, shorter function update cycles, and improved accessibility to a host of specific online services. The driver and passengers in the new BMW M5 can make use of video streaming offerings to enjoy a wide range of entertainment on the control display when the car is stationary. Available alongside YouTube is the video app (DTS AutoStage Video Service powered by TiVo), which brings an ever-expanding range of content, such as news, live, and on-demand streaming.

Another way of passing the time while waiting for the vehicle to recharge or be refuelled, for example, is in-car gaming via the AirConsole platform. The driver and passengers can play casual games in single-player or multi-player mode when the car is stationary. They only need their smartphone, which will serve as a controller, and the gaming experience on the BMW Curved Display is ready to go. The continuously growing portfolio of playable titles includes racing, sports, and quiz games.

Optimal connectivity: Personal eSIM, BMW ID, My BMW App, 5G mobile communications and Remote Software Upgrades.

Standard specification for the new BMW M5 also includes optimized smartphone integration using Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto. Plus, the Personal eSIM allows the customer to use the communication and connectivity functions covered by their mobile contract from their car with ease. The new BMW M5 is essentially turned into another digital device in the customer’s ecosystem. The Personal eSIM is not linked just to the car, but to the user’s BMW ID.

Personalising the user experience with the BMW ID is very straightforward in the new BMW M5. All that’s required is an initial sign-in from the customer inside the car using a smartphone and a QR code. Their personal profile is then imported and synchronizable settings are loaded. The vehicle is also added to the My BMW App in the relevant profile without further input from the customer.

The My BMW App provides information on the vehicle’s status, such as its remaining range and any service and maintenance requirements. It also enables remote use of functions such as locating the vehicle, locking/unlocking the doors or monitoring the car’s immediate vicinity and interior with Remote View. The My BMW App can also be used to control charging processes.

A 5G-compatible antenna system optimizes reception for making telephone calls and to enable the data transfer required for in-car gaming, video streaming, and other online-based services. Up to ten devices can connect to the internet at any one time via a mobile hotspot.

The Remote Software Upgrades function keeps the new BMW M5 right up to date with the latest software at all times. Upgrades may include free quality improvements, updates or even additional features (availability depends on country, vehicle model, equipment and vehicle status). Plus, the BMW ConnectedDrive Store allows customers to test selected functions free of charge for a pre-defined time, after which they can add them from the Store for a specific period.

This optimized connectivity and innovative digital technology also underpin the new customer service Proactive Care. Foremost is its ability to recognize the vehicle’s service requirements using artificial intelligence and proactively offer the customer solutions, which are then actioned via the most appropriate channel in each case, depending on urgency.

BMW Digital Key Plus, M-specific welcome scenarios.

The My BMW App can also be used to set up the BMW Digital Key Plus, which is available for the Apple iPhone and Apple Watch and compatible Android smartphones. The BMW Digital Key Plus enables customers to lock and unlock their new BMW M5 with a smartphone or smartwatch by means of security-enhanced ultra-wideband (UWB) radio technology – dispensing with the need for a conventional car key. The user does not need to take their smartphone out of their pocket as, if desired, the car will unlock itself as they approach.

The new BMW M5 features as standard a welcome scenario that consists of an orchestrated activation of the exterior and interior lights. It concludes with a dynamic Welcome Light Carpet with M-specific graphics projected from the vehicle sill onto the ground just outside the doors. The scenario is triggered as the driver approaches the car, and the car key or a smartphone or smartwatch with BMW Digital Key Plus is located. The M-specific Welcome Animation in the interior includes a display of the signature M colors in the form of a chaser light running from the driver’s side to the front-passenger side. The Goodbye Animation involves a gradual dimming of the interior lighting.

Specifications.

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BMW debuted the limited-edition BMW X5 Silver Anniversary Edition during a recent press event commemorating the official opening of the company’s first North American press shop at BMW Plant Spartanburg in South Carolina. The limited edition model was on display during the event, remaining available after the presentations and ceremonial start-up of the new press shop, which will stamp metal parts for the 2025 BMW X3.

Guest had a chance to get a close look at the special X5 after the presentations.

Read BMW’s full press release:

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – June 21, 2024…The very first BMW X5 was driven off the line of BMW Group Plant Spartanburg in South Carolina on September 1, 1999. Since then, nearly 3 million X5s have been assembled in Spartanburg for markets all over the world. The BMW X5 created the Sports Activity Vehicle category, and today BMW is marking 25 years of the BMW X5 with a special, limited-edition model with an emphasis on ‘Activity’. Based on the 2025 X5 xDrive40i, the BMW X5 Silver Anniversary Edition elevates the expected on-road poise, performance, and premium accommodation with a substantial increase in off-road aptitude.

Unique colors and trims distinguish the X5 Silver Anniversary Edition.

Visually, the X5 Silver Anniversary Edition is distinguished by its unique blend of styling details taken from both the Sport and M Sport Designs.  Extended Shadowline Trim, usually reserved for X5s equipped with the M Sport and M Sport Professional packages, darkens the trim on the window surrounds, roof rails, fender mounted Air Breathers, and the standard illuminated kidney grille. Shadowline lights front and rear round out the understated exterior trim. Distinctive 20-inch M Star-spoke bi-color wheels are also taken from the M Sport Package. The Silver Anniversary Edition forgoes the M Sport Package’s Motorsport-influenced front and rear bumpers and rocker panels in favor of the aluminum-accented pieces from the Sport Design to highlight its off-road intentions more clearly.

The black and aluminum theme is complimented beautifully by the standard BMW Individual Lime Rock Grey metallic paint. A subtle Silver Anniversary Edition badge is found on the tailgate.

Inside, the sport seats are upholstered in the customer’s choice of Black, Cognac, Coffee, or Silverstone Sensafin. Carbon Fiber trim, ordinarily available only on the X5 M60i and X5 M Competition, embellishes the center console and dashboard. The BMW Curved Display is powered by BMW Operating System 8.5, and is enhanced by Live Cockpit Professional, which adds the full-color BMW Head-Up Display and BMW Maps navigation with Augmented Reality display. A Silver Anniversary Edition plaque adorns the compartment door ahead of the gear selector.

Standard BMW xOffroad Package: any road, for any reason.

Reinforcing its mission as a true adventure vehicle, the Silver Anniversary Edition X5 comes standard with BMW’s xOffroad Package. The package is not offered on any other current BMW X model and augments the X5 Silver Anniversary Edition’s off-road capability by adjusting the vehicle’s settings depending on the terrain. Via the Driver Experience Control switch on the center console, the driver can choose between xSnow, xSand, xGravel, and xRocks. The system then adjusts the vehicle’s ride height, transmission shift strategy, throttle mapping, traction control, and other parameters accordingly to deliver the optimal profile for the situation.

The package also includes 2-axle air suspension for increased ground clearance, a mechanical rear differential lock, and underbody protection plates. There is also a special xOffroad View in the central display that informs the driver about ground clearance, roll tendency, and the inclination or downhill gradient of the terrain. The xOffroad camera supports the driver in challenging off-road situations by providing views of the terrain from all angles outside the vehicle at speeds below 22 mph.

To make the most of this exceptional all-terrain capability, customers who order the X5 Silver Anniversary Edition will be offered a discount on more aggressive General Grabber All-Terrain tires purchased and installed at their dealer.

To ensure the X5 Silver Anniversary Edition is fully outfitted for any excursion, a roof rack system, BMW luggage compartment mat, and BMW all-weather floor mats are also included.

Premium features and technology for the everyday drive.

Just because the X5 Silver Anniversary Edition is formidable off-road doesn’t mean the on-road journey to and from any destination near or far shouldn’t be comfortable and rewarding. Each Silver Anniversary Edition is fitted as standard with a Harman-Kardon Surround Sound System, heated front seats, arm rests, and steering wheel, remote engine start, a trailer hitch, and the Parking Assistance Package.

The 2025 BMW X5 Silver Anniversary Edition will begin production in very limited quantities in August 2024.

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For those who come into town early before the show, we are planning to meet at the Rolls Royce Foundation Museum on Thursday, May 9th in nearby Mechanicsburg. (https://rollsroycefoundation.org/) 

There will also be options for tour visits to the amazing Antique Automobile Club of America Museum in Hershey (https://www.aacamuseum.org/). One tour is planned for Saturday afternoon and a second tour is being offered Sunday morning.

A BMW CCA group dinner is also being arranged for Saturday evening. Details for the dinner are provided below. Please consider joining us for this a great weekend experience where you will display your car on our show field with fellow enthusiasts, meet other owners, and see a variety of cars at this special event. 

Lodging

The host hotel will be the Comfort Suites Downtown Carlisle. A block of rooms, at a discounted rate, have been reserved for the BMW CCA. The group rate will be held until April 24th or until all rooms are booked. Please contact the hotel directly and ask for our group rate. There is the option of a covered garage parking area at the back of the hotel ($5.30 extra per day). The hotel is just minutes away from the Carlisle Import & Performance Nationals event at the Carlisle Fairgrounds.

Hotel information: 

Website: https://www.choicehotels.com/en-uk/pennsylvania/carlisle/comfort-suites-hotels/pa266

Address: 10 S. Hanover Street, Carlisle, PA, 17013, US

Hotel phone number to make special rate reservations: (717) 960-1000

Event Registration

You must register directly with Carlisle Events to reserve your event and infield parking pass. Follow the instructions below to register: 

Register for the Showfield by visiting store.carlisleevents.com and follow the instructions:

• Go to Carlisle Import & Performance Nationals Event
• Scroll down to Showfield Ticket Registration (Non-Judged for just our BMW Corral or Judged Showfield ticket for the, All Manufacturers drive through judging).
• Choose BMW CCA/Nittany Bimmers as your Club when registering. This will give you access to our showfield BMW Member location.

Tour, Museum Visits, and Group Dinner Registration

Thursday, May 9 tour: Rolls Royce Foundation Museum (https://rollsroycefoundation.org) in nearby Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.

We will have a private tour at 5:00 p.m. to see the museum and learn about what the foundation is doing to preserve the brand’s history. The museum will be closed the next two days since they will be moving several of their cars to the Import & Performance Event for display.

Register here.

Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11: Rolls Royce Museum exhibit at the show.

Friday and Saturday at 4:00 p.m. there is the possibility to have a BMW CCA group presentation at the Rolls Royce Museum exhibit at the show. Please register if you have an interest in one of these discussion opportunities on either Friday or Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

Register here.

Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12: Antique Automobile Club of America Museum.

We will be offering two options to travel to nearby Hershey to visit the Antique Automobile Club of America Museum in Hershey ( https://www.aacamuseum.org/).

The first tour on Saturday will depart from the show at 2:00 p.m. and a second tour option on Sunday morning will depart from the hotel at 10:00 a.m.

A group discount rate has been arranged for the BMW CCA. You will pay at the museum.

Register here. 

Saturday, May 11: BMW CCA / Nittany Bimmers group dinner.

The Nittany Bimmers invite show attendees to join us for a buffet dinner at our host hotel, the Carlisle Comfort Suites Hotel. (10 S. Hanover Street, Carlisle, PA, 17013, US)

Happy Hour will be from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. with dinner following. There will be a cash bar and the buffet will be $49 per person, payment will be collected when you register. 

Register here.

You can also contact Barry Natwick at bnatbmw1975@gmail.com if you have any questions.

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This webinar is open to all BMW CCA members and will discuss current market trends and helpful advice on picking up and/or maintaining your dream Ultimate Driving Machine.

Hagerty market expert James Hewitt will lead the discussion and market update on BMW prices. James Hewitt is a data analyst for Hagerty’s Automotive Intelligence team. He finds Zen in digging deep into the millions of data points to identify unique valuation insights and keep enthusiasts informed of fast-changing trends. Having bought and sold hundreds of collector motorcycles, with many being BMWs, the collector vehicle world has always been a passion, and the BMW car market has always held a strong appeal. He resides in Boulder, Colorado.

There will be time for Q&A after the presentation. We look forward to seeing you online soon!

For more details and registration, click here.

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This HPDE is the first of three of GVC HPDEs for 2024. This event includes plenty of track time for instructors, solo-level drivers, and approved advanced drivers along with classroom instruction for all levels of student drivers on the theory and practice of high-performance driving.

For more information, including a detailed scheduled and registration, click here.

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