BMW’s Revolutionary Electric Car Technology Unveiled: A New Era for Electric Vehicles

BMW Group He wants to become, more and more, a point of reference for the sector of electric car And, in particular, as regards the segment of premium models to zero emissions. To achieve this ambitious goal, the Bavarian company is called to an important step forward in terms of technology, with the aim of conquering an important strategic advantage on competing brands, so that you can make its models more and more competitive, without having to reduce prices (and, therefore, keeping significant profit margins).

In view of the arrival of the new models, BMW has presented The next technologies who will enrich the news coming in the coming years. The presentation took place during Landshut’s Tech Days. BMW Group has had the opportunity to reveal several incoming news, anticipating that new technologies will arrive on the market with a new standard model that will enter into production by the end of the current year. Let’s see, point by point, the news anticipated by the company.

New technologies for electric

The next BMW technological jump, which has already obtained excellent feedback with the SUV iXwill arrive with the debut of the New Sixth Generation BMW Edrive technology for battery electric cars. The goal is to achieve one top -up speed of 30% higher as well as aautonomy greater than 30% (but with some models you will reach even higher values). The new 800 V architecture will guarantee several advantages while the new cylindrical cell of the batteries will allow one to obtain a 20% higher energy density Compared to the prismatic cell of Gen 5. It will also be possible to exploit support for bidirectional charging. On the batteries the BMW Energy Master.

It is a central control unit capable of adjusting the power supply to the electric motor and the on -board electrical system. This unit was developed directly by BMW, both as regards the hardware and software part. The production of BMW Energy Master will begin in the Landshut BMW Group plant from next August.

For the assembly of high voltage batteries Gen6, the group will adopt one strategia “local for local” To create these components near the production plants, also with the aim of guaranteeing production continuity and avoiding the risks related to problems with supplies. The company includes five dedicated plants: Irlbach-Straßkirchen (Bassa Bavaria), Debracen, (Hungary), Shenyang (China), San Luis Potosí (Mexico) and Spartanburg (USA). The commitment to the electric will not lead to farewell to High performance BMW.

An “open” approach

For its future in the electric cars sector, BMW aims to adopt a approach that the company itself defined as “open“As regards propulsion systems, with more options available. The company focuses on Electrical excitement synchronous engine (EESM – Electrically Excited Synchronous Motor), completely redesigned with Gen 6 for the new 800 V architecture, but also provides for a second technology or asynchronous engine (ASM – Asynchronous Motor). The company has also confirmed that the new Gen6 electrical traction systems will enter into production in the summer of 2025 at the Steyr BMW Group plant (with the first pre-production units already available).

The new technologies will guarantee, according to BMW, greater efficiency With a “40% reduction in energy losses, 20% reduction of costs and 10% reduction in weight“. Overall, the company provides for a “increase of about 20% for the Neue Klasse compared to the current generation of fully electric vehicles of the BMW Group“. The Gen6 traction system will also be characterized by a “modular concept“Which aims to guarantee greater flexibility and exploit economies of scale to further reduce costs.

Q: What are the key advantages of the new 800V architecture and cylindrical battery cells in the sixth generation eDrive technology?

Title: Revolutionizing the Electric Car Landscape: An Interview with BMW’s Dr. Martin Schmidt, Head of Electric Powertrain Development

Q: Dr. Schmidt, BMW is aiming to become the benchmark in premium zero-emission electric cars. How dose the new sixth generation eDrive technology play into this strategy?

Dr. Martin Schmidt: Thank you. With the sixth generation eDrive technology, we’re pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle performance, aiming for a top-up speed increase of 30% and an autonomy boost of over 30% compared to current models. The 800V architecture and new cylindrical battery cells will provide a 20% higher energy density, while ensuring excellent efficiency and range.

Q: can you tell us more about the BMW Energy Master and the “local for local” battery production strategy?

Dr. Martin Schmidt: Absolutely. The BMW Energy Master is our newly developed central control unit, managing power distribution between the electric motor and onboard electrical systems.It’s a important step in our technological advancement, setting a new standard for our electric cars. As for our battery production strategy, we’re adopting a “local for local” approach to ensure continuity and resilience in the supply chain. We’re establishing dedicated plants worldwide, from Baja Bavaria to Spartanburg, US.

Q: BMW is committed to offering high-performance vehicles even in the electric era. How do the new electric engines contribute to this commitment?

Dr. Martin Schmidt: Indeed, performance is a core pillar of the BMW brand, and we’re steadfast to maintain this in our electric models. The new electric engines, including the Electrically Excited synchronous Motor and the Asynchronous Motor, offer improved efficiency, reduced energy losses, and increased range. We’re confident that our commitment to performance will set us apart in the premium electric vehicle market.

Q: Looking ahead, what makes you excited about BMW’s approach to electric vehicles?

Dr. Martin Schmidt: Our “open” approach to propulsion systems, offering multiple options to our customers, is truly exciting.Moreover, our focus on innovations like the modular Gen6 traction system, which will scale up our efficiency and reduce costs, reflects our commitment to leading the way in electric mobility. We’re not just maladapting to change; we’re driving it.