BMW may move some X3 output to Mexico

BMW Mexico — Production capacity at BMW’s Mexico plant can be similar to its U.S. plant, CEO Oliver Zipse has said.

April 23, 2022 04:00 AM

BMW is exploring plans to build its top seller — the X3 compact crossover — at its underutilized Mexico assembly plant, according to a production forecaster who has familiarity with the discussions.

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