BMW and Rimac combine power for a 100% electric range.

What if BMW made a supercar? This is what the announcement of this partnership with Rimac would lead us to think. But not so sure. However, electric vehicle specialist from Croatia, Rimac Technologies has reached a long-term cooperation agreement with the BMW group.

Rimac and BMW linked to the battery?

The project would actually focus on high-voltage batteries. In particular, the company’s dedicated engineering department will supply batteries for BMW’s next-generation electric vehicles. Including Neue Klasse models, the next generation of electric cars from the German company.
However, no specifics have been revealed yet by either company. VSThe battery modules will be manufactured at Rimac’s campus near Zagreb, Croatia. This is a wonderful development.
Let’s remember that Mate Rimacthe 36-year-old founder and CEO of Rimac, started his electric journey in 2007. During that time, he built and installed a 100% electric powertrain in his sedan, the BMW 3 Series E30.
Regarding the partnership, Rimac said “a large part” of the equipment will be dedicated to what they see as “the largest and most ambitious project the company has ever undertaken.”

Little known information about the partnership

By implementing “modern automated production lines” at the Rimac campus, the company wants to produce “a large number of advanced battery systems” for BMW Group models.
The brand did not provide details on specific future models that are expected to use original Rimac batteries. The Bavarian company only mentions that the project is intended for “certain battery electric vehicles”. These electric cars can be badged BMW, Mini or Rolls-Royce. The three brands are part of the same group.
The announcement from both sides says that “both partners will provide more information about the form this strategic partnership will take, as well as its scope and content, at a later stage.”
In other words, you still have to be a little patient. Spouse Rimac said : “My business journey started with a 1984 BMW 3 Series that I converted into an electric car in my garage when I was 20 years old. So it makes sense to partner with the BMW group today.

Mate Rimac wants to work for everyone

He also points out that this step marks an important moment in the growth of Rimac Technology. And for good reason, if today the company produces only one model in a very limited series, a strong long-term partnership with one of the biggest car brands in the world can only help.
Rimac Technology is known as a “Tier 1 supplier specializing in automotive electrification”. This subsidiary operates as a separate business entity within the Rimac Group. And so unlike the Bugatti Rimac division.
However, both entities are part of the Rimac group. This is for Mate Rimac at 35%, Porsche at 22% and Hyundai/Kia at 11%. Other investors share 32%. BMW highlighted Rimac’s expertise in battery manufacturing, electric axles and software in its announcement. Undoubtedly one of the reasons to support this partnership.

Not to mention other collaborations that have already clearly demonstrated the skills of Rimac Technology. The Croatian company has already worked with Mercedes, Jagua, Aston Martin, Porsche and even Ferrari… and many others.