Solid‑state battery partnership
On 31 October 2025, Samsung SDI announced a collaboration with the BMW Group and U.S. solid‑state battery specialist Solid Power.
The agreement, signed in Seoul, will focus on the validation of pure solid‑state batteries for automotive use.
Responsibilities are clearly allocated among the partners, with Samsung SDI providing cell production expertise, Solid Power contributing advanced material research, and BMW supplying integration and testing facilities.
This initiative follows BMW’s continued push toward next‑generation battery technology, as reported by Electrive and Yonhap News Agency, and is part of a broader strategy to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles.
Driver‑assist and autonomous capabilities
BMW secured a Digital Cooperative Autonomous System (DCAS) certification for its new iX3 model, allowing the vehicle to offer lane‑keeping assistance in a wide range of countries without obtaining individual approvals in each market.
The same model also received a Level 2 approval for free‑hand driving up to 130 km/h, marking a significant step toward hands‑off driving.
These approvals were covered by Electrive, ComputerBase, and Auto Bild, highlighting BMW’s leadership in autonomous driving technology.
Energy‑efficiency initiatives in China
BMW announced the use of deep geothermal energy for its manufacturing operations in China, as reported by China Daily.
The project aims to reduce the company’s carbon footprint and enhance energy security for its production facilities in the region.
Corporate resilience and market position
An article in Manager Magazin detailed how former CEO Norbert Reithofer steered BMW out of a financial crisis and positioned the company at the forefront of the automotive industry.
The piece emphasized BMW’s transition from a traditional automaker to a pioneer in electric mobility, reinforcing the company’s status as a leader in the consumer‑discretionary automotive sector.
Financial snapshot
- Market cap: €50.2 bn
- Price‑to‑earnings ratio: 8.74
- Close price (29 Oct 2025): €81.38
- 52‑week range: €62.96 – €91.72
These figures place BMW among the most valuable automotive manufacturers in Europe and reflect the market’s confidence in its electric‑vehicle strategy and ongoing technological innovations.
