BMW U.S. boss bets on another record sales year despite Q3 slump

EV sales made up 15 percent of BMW's U.S. sales. — Electric vehicles, such as the i5 sedan, accounted for nearly 15 percent of BMW's sales through nine months, with year-over-year volumes increasing 20 percent. (BMW)

October 23, 2024 02:49 PM

DETROIT — BMW of North America CEO Sebastian Mackensen said he expects the brand to set a second consecutive U.S. sales record in 2024 despite a major recall and stop-sale in the third quarter.

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