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BMW to use Amazon Alexa technology

The automaker announced its plans during Amazon’s devices launch event late on Wednesday…reports Asian Lite News

German automaker BMW has announced to use Amazon Alexa technology to develop its next-generation voice assistant.

BMW started offering Alexa assistant in select cars in 2018. This time, the company is going to utilise the technology to build its own digital assistant.

The automaker announced its plans during Amazon’s devices launch event late on Wednesday.

“This cooperation with BMW is a great example of what Alexa Custom Assistant was designed for � to make it faster and easier for companies to develop custom intelligent assistants for virtually any device, without the cost and complexity of building from the ground up,” said Dave Limp, senior VP of devices and services at Amazon.

Stephan Durach, senior VP of the connected company and development technical operations at BMW Group, said this move will bring digital experience to a new level.

Amazon is now trying to capture more market share within the automotive industry with its devices.

The company introduced the next generation of Echo Dot and Echo Auto, giving people to bring the convenience of Alexa to every room of your home and into your car.

Echo Auto comes in a new, slimmer design and includes a new adhesive mount for more placement flexibility in your car.

The device is built with five microphones designed to hear your requests over music, the air conditioner, and road noise.

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BMW to set up manufacturing unit in Punjab

During the visit, Mann showcased Punjab government’s work to promote industry in the state after which BMW agreed to set up its auto component unit in state….reports Asian Lite News

Efforts of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to rope in major investments from Germany bore fruit on Tuesday as auto giant BMW agreed to set up its auto part manufacturing unit in state.

A decision to this effect was taken during the Chief Minister’s visit to the BMW headquarters here.

During the visit, Mann showcased Punjab government’s work to promote industry in the state after which BMW agreed to set up its auto component unit in state.

Buoyed over it, Mann said this will be the second unit of the company in India as already one such unit was operational in Chennai.

He said this will give a major boost to industrial growth of the state and open new vistas of employment for youth.

The Chief Minister also invited BMW to collaborate with the state in the e-mobility sector.

He was apprised that e-mobility is a major sector of focus for the auto giant which targets 50 per cent of its global sales to consist of fully electric vehicles by 2030 under the leadership of Chairman of the Board of Management, BMW AG, Oliver Zipse.

The Chief Minister was invited by CEO of Messe Munchen GmBH, Reinhard Pfeiffer, to attend DRINKTEC 2022, the world’s leading trade fair for the food industry.

During his one-on-one interactions with industry at the event, he extended a warm welcome to the global industrialists to attend the Progressive Punjab Investors’ Summit scheduled for February 23-24, 2023.

During the event, Mann held deliberations with the key companies like Zepplin, Buehler, Pro Minent, Donaldson, Igus, Cipriani Harrison Valves, Pentair and others about various technology solutions pertinent for Punjab’s industry like oil seed processing machinery, industrial air filtration systems, purification technology, measurement of chemicals in water, tossing equipment for chemicals, conversion of biomass to energy, industrial water treatment and others.

During the parleys, the Chief Minister showcased Punjab as a land of opportunities and asked the companies to invest in the state.

He said Punjab has long been known as the food bowl of India and the food processing sector has significantly contributed to the progress of the state. “The state Government stands ready to fully support global industry in setting up their operations in Punjab.”

Describing Punjab as the most preferred destination for doing business, the Chief Minister said companies will be immensely benefitted by investing in the state.

He said the complete communal harmony, peace and amity were mainly responsible for overall development and prosperity in the state.

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BMW prepares to launch new electric 7 series luxury sedan

The world premiere of the new BMW 7 Series in April 2022 and its global market launch starting in November 2022 are the key milestones in the brand’s current model offensive in the luxury segment…reports Asian Lite News

Central to this reinterpretation is the BMW i7. The all-electric luxury sedan is a fully integrated member of the model family and clearly demonstrates how an exclusive driving experience and the ultimate feeling of on-board wellbeing can be combined with an unwavering commitment to sustainability. The new BMW 7 Series now offers a choice of combustion engines, plug­in hybrid systems and all-electric drive for the first time ever. The Middle East will welcome the following models soon:

A symbol of innovative strength and a milestone in the current model offensive.

The new BMW 7 Series incorporates a modern style that focuses on the essentials in its exterior and interior design. The front-end design for BMW vehicles in the luxury segment is dominated by features that are typical of the brand, but a clear distinction is maintained between these models and the others in the BMW range. Innovative features such as the BMW Theatre Screen, the multi-sensory vehicle experience BMW iDrive with the latest generation of BMW Operating System 8, plus the BMW Curved Display and the Manoeuvre Assistant for automated parking and manoeuvring, highlight the progressive character of the luxury sedan.

The world premiere of the new BMW 7 Series in April 2022 and its global market launch starting in November 2022 are the key milestones in the brand’s current model offensive in the luxury segment.

New BMW 7 Series plays a distinct role in helping to achieve the sustainability goals.

The new BMW 7 Series range makes its own individual contribution to efforts to reduce the ecological footprint throughout the product lifecycle. Since February 2021, the BMW Group has been procuring aluminium manufactured in the United Arab Emirates with the help of solar power. Electricity generated in a vast solar park located in the desert outside Dubai is used for producing the lightweight metal. The quantity of aluminium acquired that has been produced using solar power covers nearly half the annual requirements of the light metal foundry at BMW Group Plant Landshut, whose output includes the casings for the latest-generation electric motors fitted in the BMW i7.

Exterior design: A new dimension in presence, expressive power and exclusivity.

The powerfully expressive design features for the exterior of the new BMW 7 Series authentically reflect its central product attributes and the associated on-board experience. The vertically prominent front end, with the combination of the illuminated BMW kidney grille standing dominant as its centrepiece and two-piece split headlight units, give the new 7 Series a forceful and highly distinctive presence.

Interior and equipment: exceptional travelling comfort in an innovative feel-good ambience.

The design of the interior also reflects the balance between driving dynamics and travelling comfort that marks out the BMW 7 Series in its latest generation. With the BMW Curved Display fully digital screen grouping, additional My Modes, the all-new BMW Interaction Bar and the newly designed gear selector, the cockpit represents an invitation to enjoy concentrated driving pleasure.

The lounge-like atmosphere in the second row of seats is elevated to extraordinary heights both by the extra spaciousness on offer and, most prominently, by innovations like the BMW Theatre Screen and upgraded comfort seats with optional reclining function.

Two BMW M model based on the new BMW 7 Series.

The new BMW 7 Series model range worldwide will expand to include two BMW M models equipped with electrified drive systems. The new BMW M760e xDrive has an output of 571 hp and torque of 800 Nm and will debut next year. The future flagship model, the new BMW i7 M70 xDrive will have an all-electric drive system with two motors – on the front and rear axle – and will be available later in 2023. It generates an output over 600 hp and a maximum torque of more than 1,000 Nm. The most powerful BMW model ever registered for road use accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in under 4.0 seconds.

Unique digital experience with the new vehicle experience BMW iDrive and BMW Operating System 8.

The new BMW 7 Series offers customers the new multi-sensory vehicle experience BMW iDrive with the latest generation of BMW Operating System 8. With the fully digital BMW Curved Display, the innovative BMW Interaction Bar, the enhanced capabilities of the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant – plus additional My Modes, the latest version of the BMW Head-Up Display, and the Augmented View function available for the first time on the information display behind the steering wheel – intuitive dialogue between the driver and vehicle has reached a new level.

Passengers in the rear are greeted by a unique entertainment offering in the form of the new BMW Theatre Screen – a 31.3-inch panoramic display in 32:9 format with 8K resolution which extends downwards from the roof and transforms the second row of seats into an exclusive private cinema on wheels. The driver and front passenger can also use YouTube video-on-demand streaming on the control display for the first time.

Unmatched in-car entertainment with BMW Theatre Screen and Amazon Fire TV.

One of the main highlights of the equipment options available for the new BMW 7 Series is the BMW Theatre Screen with Amazon Fire TV built-in. This includes a 31.311 BK touchscreen display with Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system with optional in-seat exciters, built-in touch screen remotes in the door panels (BMW Touch Command), and an automated rear shade system that closes when the BMW Theatre Screen is turned on.

The following models will be launched in the Middle East soon:

  • BMW i7 xDrive60: Battery electric vehicle, 400kW/544hp, 745 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds, 240 km/h top speed, two-stage single-speed transmission with fixed ratio.
  • BMW 735i: Inline 6 cylinders, mild hybrid (48V), BMW TwinPower Turbo, 210kW/286hp, 425 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, eight-speed Steptronic transmission.
  • BMW 740i: Inline 6 cylinders, mild hybrid (48V), BMW TwinPower Turbo, 280kW/380hp, 540 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds, 250 km/h top speed, eight-speed Steptronic transmission.
  • BMW 760i xDrive: V8, mild hybrid (48V), BMW TwinPower Turbo, 400kW/544hp, 750 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds, 250 km/h top speed, eight-speed Steptronic transmission.

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BMW introduces new electric 7 series luxury

The new BMW 7 Series incorporates a modern style that focuses on the essentials in its exterior and interior design…reports Asian Lite News

Luxury automobile manufacturer BMW on Wednesday announced a new electric 7 series luxury sedan — i7 xDrive60 — with an estimated range of “up to 300 miles”.

The company said that the all-electric luxury sedan is a fully integrated member of the model family and clearly demonstrates how an exclusive driving experience and the ultimate feeling of on-board wellbeing can be combined with an unwavering commitment to sustainability.

“With the new BMW 7 Series, the world’s most successful manufacturer of premium vehicles is creating forward-looking ways to enjoy driving pleasure, unsurpassed long-distance comfort and a top-end digital experience,” the company said in a statement.

The new BMW 7 Series incorporates a modern style that focuses on the essentials in its exterior and interior design.

The front-end design for BMW vehicles in the luxury segment is dominated by features that are typical of the brand, but a clear distinction is maintained between these models and the others in the BMW range.

Innovative features such as the BMW Theatre Screen, the multi-sensory vehicle experience BMW iDrive with the latest generation of BMW Operating System 8, plus the BMW Curved Display and the Manoeuvre Assistant for automated parking and manoeuvring, highlight the progressive character of the luxury sedan.

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Kissflow gifts BMW 6 series cars to top employees

The company has now paid back its debts to all the investors and has fully become a private organisation…reports Asian Lite News

IT firm Kissflow Inc presented a BMW 6 series car to each of its top five employees as a reward for their performance and loyalty towards the company, even in its hard times during the Covid-19 pandemic.

The cars were handed over on Friday afternoon during a big event which was kept a secret. Each of the BMW 530d, priced at Rs 1 crore, was given to the employees as part of the 10th anniversary of Kissflow Inc.

Chief Product Officer, Dinesh Varadharajan, Director of Product Management, Kausikram Krishnasayee, Directors, Vivek Madurai and Aditi Ramanathan, and Vice President, Prasanna Rajendran, received the gifts.

The company, which is in the development of software for international clients, had gone through hard times and CEO, Suresh Sambandam, had said that the five were with him when the others had left.

The company has now paid back its debts to all the investors and has fully become a private organisation.

Although, they do not have separate sick or casual leaves, unlike other companies, the employees can, however, work from home if they do not want to go to office.

Kissflow Inc does not have a biometric system in office as they fully trust their employees.

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EU fines 5 car manufacturers $1bn over emission collusion

An official release said that the European Commission has found that Daimler, BMW and Volkswagen group breached EU antitrust rules by colluding on technical development in the area of nitrogen oxide cleaning…reports Asian Lite News.

The European Union (EU) has fined five-car manufactures, including BMW and Volkswagen, USD 1 billion for breaking antitrust rules on emissions.

“Today, the commission took a decision against five car manufacturers: Daimler, BMW, as well as Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche, which are part of the Volkswagen group. The commission imposed a total fine of 875 million euros. These car manufacturers illegally colluded to restrict competition in the area of emission-cleaning technologies for diesel cars,” Margrethe Vestager, executive vice-president of the European Commission told a press briefing on Thursday.

An official release said that the European Commission has found that Daimler, BMW and Volkswagen group breached EU antitrust rules by colluding on technical development in the area of nitrogen oxide cleaning.

All parties acknowledged their involvement in the cartel and agreed to settle the case, the release added.

Vestager, in charge of competition policy, said the five car manufacturers possessed the technology to reduce harmful emissions beyond what was legally required under EU emission standards. “But they avoided to compete on using this technology’s full potential to clean better than what is required by law.”

“So today’s decision is about how legitimate technical cooperation went wrong. And we do not tolerate it when companies collude. It is illegal under EU Antitrust rules. Competition and innovation on managing car pollution are essential for Europe to meet our ambitious Green Deal objectives,” she added. (ANI)

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