It seems like BMW’s repeated claims that it will be using new materials in its manufacturing process weren’t just for show. The Bavarian brand recently announced an investment into a 3D printing company that uses…
3D printing is gaining more and more traction these days and what seemed like nothing more than a gimmick a few years ago, is now being used in heavy industrial settings. BMW is one of…
BMW has been working and researching 3D printed parts for quite some time now. The BMW i8 Roadster, for example, used one such part for the folding mechanism, but that’s just one example. This week,…
I like a good aftermarket wheel as much as the next guy but when it comes to BMWs, I often just stick with stock wheels. It may sound like personal bias but I honestly think…
There’s no doubt that 3D printing has some certain advantages on the long run and they can be used in the automotive industry as well. Even though BMW defines itself as a technology company these…
Earlier this week MINI announced that they will be offering a new service for its customers, allowing them to customize their new rides even more. Since customization is an intricate part of MINI’s business model,…
MINIs are like snowflakes. And, no, I don’t mean that in the unbelievably overused use of the term in the current and aggravating political climate. When I say that MINIs are like snowflakes, I mean…
BMW i Ventures has announced a strategic investment in Desktop Metal, an emerging startup with the mission to bring metal 3D printing within reach of all design and manufacturing teams. Desktop Metal is committed to…
