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BMW's Steyr plant to maintain long-term employment by shifting from combustion engine production to electric motors. The company is developing a high-performance electric drive for BMW M vehicles and advancing heat management for future models.

A major project includes a hydrogen fuel cell system for the new BMW X5, set to begin production in 2028. Pre-series production starts in 2027, with the iX5 Hydrogen available in multiple markets. BMW is optimistic about hydrogen's role in decarbonization, supported by EU regulations on alternative fuel infrastructure.