In Pictures: BMW localises battery cell supply with Samsung SDI in Europe and LG Energy Solution in the US

BMW's sixth-generation battery cells will be produced regionally in Europe and the US from the late 2020s.

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Samsung SDI will supply battery cells for BMW models built in Europe under the local-for-local strategy.

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The new round cells are designed to power BMW's next generation of electric vehicles.

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Regional cell production aims to shorten supply chains and strengthen resilience.

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LG Energy Solution will supply cells for BMW's US-built electric vehicles.

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BMW's sourcing strategy pairs regional assembly with regional battery cell supply.

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The agreements deepen BMW's partnerships with two major Asian battery manufacturers.

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Localised cell production supports regional value creation in Europe and the US.

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BMW says the sixth-generation cells will boost range and charging performance.

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