08/01/2025
Ten Unknown fact of
Here are some facts about that you might not know:
Logo: The BMW logo is actually a representation of the Bavarian flag, not a spinning propeller. The blue and white colors symbolize a propeller against a blue sky.
Headquarters: The BMW headquarters in Munich is designed to look like a four-cylinder engine.
First product: BMW's first product was the BMW IIIa aircraft engine, which was known for its fuel economy and high-altitude performance.
First car: 's first car was the Dixi, which was released in 1928 after BMW acquired the Dixi company.
First SUV: BMW's first SUV was the X5, which was released in 1999.
First electric car: BMW's first electric car was the BMW i3, which was released in 2013.
First sports car: BMW's first sports car was the M1, which was released in 1978.
Name: BMW stands for Bayerische Motoren Werke, which roughly translates to the Bavarian Engine Works Company.
Sustainability: BMW aims to have 50% of its global sales be electric vehicles by 2030.
Rare cars: BMW has a secret collection of rare and historic cars in a hidden facility in Munich.
