Upper-end models, such as the BMW 7 Series, were among the BMW Group's best sellers
Global sales rise to more than 2.5 million, led by the BMW brand, with electric share almost 15%
Lithium ion batteries use a liquid electrolyte and separator, whereas solid-state cells use ceramic, polymer or glass
New cells are claimed to have lost 5% of capacity after the equivalent of 311,000 miles
The saloon is said to use a 111 kWh battery delivering a 373-mile range
First protoype of flagship electric saloon built in China; will rival BMW i5 and Mercedes EQE
The ET9 is Nio's most expensive model to date
New dual-motor coupe-crossover sets new standards of efficiency, luxury, space and safety, says Chinese brand
Cost-cutting plan for Volkswagen brand will boost performance of wider VW Group
Manufacturing giant is conducting an extensive €10 billion (£8.6bn) three-year savings programme
German firm's development boss labels reports as "complete nonsense"
Ultra-fast charging LFP unit likely to be used by other Geely-owned brands, such as Volvo and Smart
E53 Coupé replacement brings tweaked looks and performance
Mild-hybrid, four-wheel-drive two-door is quicker and more powerful than the E53 Coupé it replaces
Stuttgart continues to expand its family of luxury electric cars with a BMW iX-chasing SUV
Hot Countryman wears John Cooper Works performance division’s new badge, which swaps the old chrome oval for a matt motif reminiscent of a chequered flag
Fiery John Cooper Works SUV arrives with tuned suspension, go-faster looks and 296bhp
CLE replaces C-Class and E-Class coupés and convertibles
BMW 4 Series rival gets £72,765, 375bhp range-topper and C-Class-inspired interior; four trim levels available
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