In a bold move towards sustainable transportation, BMW Mexico has unveiled plans to commence high-voltage battery production for electric vehicles at their San Luis Potosí plant by 2025. This initiative positions BMW as the first lithium battery manufacturer in Mexico, with electric vehicle assembly slated to begin in 2027. Harald Gottsche, President and CEO of […]
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