BMW i3: The Electric Weapon Takes to the Road
- Published on 05/02/2026 13:58
BMW launches pre-series production of the new i3 ahead of the much-anticipated mass production of this model.
The BMW factory in Munich has reached a decisive milestone for the BMW i3 2026 by assembling the first pre-series vehicles. This phase prepares for the official launch of mass production, scheduled for the second half of 2026, and allows for testing of all industrial and logistical processes prior to commercialization.
According to Peter Weber, director of the BMW Group factory in Munich, “the production of pre-series vehicles is a key step for our site. For the first time, we have assembled a BMW i3 2026 entirely on site, using advanced production technologies and digitally interconnected processes.”
The pre-series production of the BMW i3 2026 covers all key manufacturing stages: stamping shop, body shop, state-of-the-art painting, final assembly, and smart logistics. Each part is supplied through defined logistical flows and subjected to strict control, ensuring that the pre-series vehicles meet the standards of mass production.
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Until now, the Munich factory team has been working with the neighboring pilot plant to assemble the first vehicles at the BMW research and innovation center. With the commissioning of the new production lines, the models now go through all stages of manufacturing at the Munich site, testing the coordination of equipment and logistics flows under conditions close to series production.
This pre-series phase also helps identify optimization levers for the industrial launch. Teams are focusing their efforts on refining manufacturing processes and the digital integration of next-generation equipment. Approval inspections and operational tests ensure an efficient and secure ramp-up.
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The BMW i3 2026 thus takes a key step before its commercialization. The pre-series production at the BMW factory in Munich ensures that future mass production will be smooth, reliable, and in line with BMW’s high standards, paving the way for the official launch in the second half of 2026.
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This page is translated from the original post "BMW i3 : l’arme fatale électrique prend la route" in French.
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