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07-05-2019, 12:22 PM | #23 |
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Oh I know, I doubt much will change, jf anything he'll likely push for autonomous driving and electric vehicles since that market seems to be growing
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07-05-2019, 12:40 PM | #24 | |
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In any case, I wouldn't consider him a done deal, it seems to be some "sources close to the board told us" kinda information. Maybe they come up with another (external?) pick until the board meeting later this month. Last edited by mbanck; 07-05-2019 at 12:49 PM.. |
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07-05-2019, 12:56 PM | #26 |
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The new guy is actually 59 years old = Too Old for the post. He maybe there just for a year or two..
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07-05-2019, 01:09 PM | #27 | |
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As for BMW returning to its roots with the driver's focus some of us wish for, I'd say fat chance. BMW, and all auto makers have way too much to worry about with electric cars, driverless cars, and the potential that fewer may want or need cars as services like Uber flourish. Not to mention that BMW has dramatically increased the number of vehicles delivered by making their cars appeal to a wider audience. With all these changes in the auto industry and the substantial investment they demand, BMW will not be able to cater to a niche, albeit very loyal, customer group. |
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07-05-2019, 01:36 PM | #28 |
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Actually, BMW has been focusing too much on drivers’ cars. That doesn’t make much business sense. Best selling BMWs right now are diesel SUVs and 3 cylinder hatchbacks in Europe, and 4 cylinder X3 in NA. So the trend isn’t in favor of ‘“drivers cars”.
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07-05-2019, 02:01 PM | #30 |
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people in here giving this guy crap like he is the reason for everything wrong while they know absolutely nothing about what happens behind the scenes. for all we know, this guy wanted to make bmw what it used to be but couldn't. it is such a huge company now with huge shareholders that just want more money. they don't care about enthusiasts.
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07-05-2019, 02:12 PM | #32 |
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production chief to be new ceo... yeah i would go ahead and get ready for worse cars lol... this is again a cost cutting excercise
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07-05-2019, 02:23 PM | #33 | |
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It's just simply him stepping down instead of being replaced as CEO.
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07-05-2019, 02:39 PM | #34 |
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I betcha that the Quandt family didn't like him.
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07-05-2019, 02:42 PM | #35 |
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I don't expect any huge change under this new guy either.
So much negative to talk about BMW nowadays. Hope BMW finds its mojo back from the E46, E39 days. |
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07-05-2019, 02:50 PM | #36 | |
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At least enjoy those old Bimmers. And for the time being BMW will support via BMW Classic program.
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07-05-2019, 02:58 PM | #37 |
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well I hope that the promotion of a " production chief" results in more Production.
Audi Sedans (5) - A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, BMW Sedans (4.5) - 3 series , 4 series gran coupe, 5 series , 7 series, 8 series gran coupe Lexus Sedans (4) - IS, ES, GS, LS Mercedes Sedans (6) - CLA, A Class , C Class, E Class , S Class, Mercedes Maybach Volkswagen Sedans (3) - Jetta , Passat , Arteon I am not sure it's even fair to call the 3 series sedan and 4 series gran coupes separate models as they are on the same chassis. Note that BMW has no compact sedan to match up with CLA or A class Audi coupes (4) A3 (cabriolet) A5, TT , R8 BMW coupes (3) 2 series, 4 series , 8 series Lexus Coupes (2) RC, LC Mercedes Coupes (5) CLA, C- Class, E-Class, CLS Coupe. S Class Coupe Volkswagen coupes (2) Beetle , Golf (hatchback) There is a reason that BMW lost the sales crown to Mercedes... Last edited by M3 Adjuster; 07-05-2019 at 03:25 PM.. |
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You forgot the Mighty 7er
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Must be because you choose not to see what they are doing industry leading. Their SUV sales are off the charts and the SUVs are winking all the comparison reviews. Just because you're not seeing what you want to see doesn't mean BMW isn't class leading any more.
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Current G series BMW interiors are reviewing very well for interior material quality and fit finish. And what's wrong with the industry leading ZF8 speed auto?
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