BMW cancels $2B battery cells contract with Northvolt

BMW iX M60 — Samsung SDI has replaced Northvolt as battery supplier for BMW's i4 and IX electric cars, German press reports said. Shown is the iX M60. (BMW)

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June 20, 2024 07:06 PM

BERLIN -- BMW has cancelled a €2 billion ($2.15 billion) order for battery cells for its electric vehicles with Northvolt.

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