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Irizar Group presented a new 15-meter version of its electric Class II Irizar i3 Normal Floor at the FIAA International Bus and Coach Trade Fair in Madrid. The model is described as aiming to maximize passenger capacity and has a claimed range of 500 km.
BMW has opened a new €1 billion battery plant in Germany to supply Gen6 batteries for the new BMW i3. The plant is intended to support the model’s battery supply as BMW prepares the vehicle with up to 906 km of WLTP range and 400 kW charging, according to the source.
Customers in the U.S. could place orders for the 2027 BMW i3 starting Wednesday, one week ahead of schedule. The early order opening marks the first step in sales availability for the electric saloon.
BMW has opened its new battery plant in Irlbach-Straßkirchen and started series production of sixth-generation high-voltage batteries. The site is expected to supply the new BMW i3 from Munich and become part of the company’s German production network.
BMW Group has begun series production of sixth-generation high-voltage batteries at its new Plant Irlbach-Straßkirchen in Bavaria, Germany. The batteries are being supplied to Plant Munich for use in a new i3, according to the source.
BMW has opened orders for the 2027 i3 early following strong initial demand. The electric sedan is said to offer up to 468 miles of range, though pricing is described as high.
Electric Cars Report says the new BMW i3 brings Neue Klasse technology to the 3 Series. The report cites up to 912 km of WLTP range, 400 kW charging, and 469 hp for the i3 50 xDrive.
BMW’s i3 40 xDrive is described as having a smaller battery while still featuring dual-motor all-wheel drive.
BMW has unveiled a new 3 Series line-up that for the first time includes an electric sedan, the i3. The model is based on the Neue Klasse platform and is positioned with a claimed range of up to 900 km, which may influence pricing and market positioning.
The 2026 FIAA show in Madrid included several new bus and coach products, according to the source. It matters because the event highlighted fresh models from multiple manufacturers for the European market.