BMW 2025 News: CEO Change, EV Expansion, Battery Innovation, and Sustainability Goals

1. Leadership Transition: Milan Nedeljković as New CEO

BMW announced Milan Nedeljković as the new CEO, effective May 14, 2026, succeeding Oliver Zipse.

• Tenure: 2026–2031

• Background: Veteran BMW executive, head of production

• Focus: Accelerating Neue Klasse EV platform rollout and electrification strategy

Reference: Reuters

2. BMW Price Adjustments for 2026

BMW USA plans price increases up to $1,500 on select models:

• Affected Models: X6 M, M5

• Unaffected Models: 7 Series, Z4

• EV Models: Prices remain stable

Reference: Road & Track

3. Solid-State Battery Development Partnership

BMW Group collaborates with Solid Power and Samsung SDI to advance all-solid-state batteries (ASSB):

• Benefits: Enhanced energy density, safety, and faster charging

• Impact: Strengthens EV competitiveness and future-ready technology

Reference: BMW Press

4. Production Milestone at Regensburg Factory

BMW’s Regensburg plant achieved a record production milestone in 2025, reflecting operational efficiency and market demand.