US EditionBMW hits pause on EV production in the US, but don't expect prices to rise yet
- BMW informed its U.S. Dealers on April 29, 2025, that it will postpone electric vehicle production in May amid ongoing tariff-related uncertainty.
- The postponement arises from the new 25% import tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, which have unsettled the automotive market and led to withdrawn guidance.
- BMW sold 13,538 electric vehicles in Q1 2025, marking a 26% increase year-over-year, with the i4 leading at 7,125 units and the iX at 3,626 units.
- BMW pledged to maintain prices on most imported cars through June, while noting no production resumption date, signaling a temporary pause amid tariff challenges.
- The production halt highlights tariff pressures and accelerates BMW’s plan to localize Neue Klasse EV production in the U.S. By late 2026 to reduce import costs.
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BMW hits pause on EV production in the US, but don't expect prices to rise yet
BMW told dealers it plans to freeze EV production in the US in May as it deals with the uncertainty surrounding the new auto tariffs. Despite the pause, BMW said it won’t raise prices on most imported vehicles. At least, for now. more…
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BMW Extends Price Protection On Most Imported Cars Through June
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