BMW has confirmed a delay in the production of electric vehicles (EV) in its famous mini factory in Oxford, which blames factors that make up the besieged car sector.
The German car maker said that the decision includes stopping the upgrade of 600 million pounds for the facility and refused to offer a grant of 60 million pounds from the government, although it maintained close discussions with the continuation of Westminster.
The UK industry is struggling with the ambitious EV goals imposed by the government, which is collectively known as the Zero Emotional Carpenter (ZEV), which determines the percentage of electric cars that manufacturers must sell. Car makers have long argued that these goals have been appointed very high for the current market, as Stelantis in particular referred to the ZEV policy as a major factor in its decision to close the Luteon Van factory late last year.
Although BMW reassessing time tables, it insists on large elements of the original Oxford investment on the right path. The construction work is said to be “under implementation”, including a newer logistics center.
The production of two types of the next generation of Minis was determined to launch the 2026, but the revised time tables have not yet been confirmed. A BMW spokesman commented: “Given the multiple uncertainty facing the auto industry, the BMW group is currently reviewing the timing of the production of mini batteries in Oxford.”
Government officials have admitted the challenges facing car makers currently referring to “the return of the 2030 deadline of electric cars while also protecting jobs.” The ministers confirm that more than 2.3 billion pounds has been allocated to encourage both industry and consumers to switch to electricity, as the majority of manufacturers aim to achieve or overcome the current ZEV goals.