BMW will seek China production site for Mini EVs

Mini's first EV will be based on a concept, shown, unveiled at last year's Frankfurt auto show.

By:

Maria Sheahan

February 23, 2018 05:00 AM

FRANKFURT -- BMW said it plans to choose a production site in China for Mini electric cars after signing a letter of intent on a joint venture with Great Wall Motor Co.

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