As of 1 February 2020, the United Kingdom is no longer part of the European Union. This will have a major impact on the statistical press releases, publications and statistics published by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). Statistical press releases Although the UK was still part of the EU in January 2020, ACEA has… Continue reading News – Brexit: impact on ACEA statistics
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BMW delays next generation Mini due to Brexit uncertainty, costs: Official
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BMW delays next generation Mini due to Brexit uncertainty, costs
* BMW extends lifespan of its Mini platform
* Brexit uncertainty hampers ability of BMW to invest in Britain
* Mini is also produced in the Netherlands (Adds detail)
FRANKFURT, Jan 31 (Reuters) – BMW has delayed the development of its next generation Mini as it seeks to cut costs and as uncertainty over Britain's trade relations with the European Union make long-term investment decisions harder.
The German carmaker has developed three generations of the Mini since buying the marque from Rover Group in 1994, keeping each vehicle in the market for about six years.
The current Mini hatch model, which has been on the market since 2014, is built on the company's technological platform called UKL1.
“The lifespan of this platform has been extended,” BMW spokesman Maximilian Schoeberl told Reuters. “For cost reasons and because of Brexit.”
Pressure has risen on carmakers to free up resources so they can shoulder hefty investments to build next generation low emission electric, hybrid..
Exclusive: BMW delays next generation Mini due to Brexit uncertainty, costs
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@VW Group: TRATON with strong vehicle sales in 2019
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