Rimac Technology Partners with BMW Group for Advanced Battery Systems
Rimac Technology’s Partnership with BMW Group
Croatian electric vehicle specialist Rimac Technologies has entered into a long-term partnership with the BMW Group to supply advanced battery systems for BMW’s next-generation electric vehicles. The engineering division of Rimac will produce these battery packs at the Rimac Campus near Zagreb, Croatia.
Key Points of the Partnership:
- Rimac Technology to manufacture advanced battery systems for BMW Group products.
- Battery units will be produced at the Rimac Campus in Croatia.
- Largest and most ambitious project undertaken by Rimac.
Details of the Collaboration
The partnership between Rimac Technology and BMW Group focuses on high-voltage batteries for future EVs, potentially including the Neue Klasse models. Mate Rimac, the founder and CEO of Rimac, started his journey in 2007 by converting an E30 BMW 3-Series into an all-electric vehicle.
Rimac’s Vision for the Future
Rimac aims to allocate a substantial portion of its facilities to this partnership, considering it as the company’s most significant project to date. By implementing sophisticated automated production lines at the Rimac Campus, they plan to supply larger quantities of advanced battery systems for BMW Group’s electric vehicles.
Future Prospects
While specific models that will utilize Rimac-sourced battery packs were not disclosed, the partnership is intended for select battery-electric vehicles from BMW, Mini, or Rolls-Royce. Both companies will reveal more details about the collaboration in the future.
CEO Statement
Mate Rimac expressed his excitement about partnering with BMW Group, marking a pivotal moment in Rimac Technology’s growth. The company aims to transition from a niche high-performance supplier to a high-volume production capability, delivering large-scale projects for leading automotive brands.
Expanding Battery Production
The new partnership expands BMW Group’s battery production locations for its upcoming electric vehicles. With a global shift towards electric mobility, BMW aims to have over half of its sales come from fully electric vehicles by 2030.