Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft (BMW AG) is a German multinational automaker headquartered in Munich, known for designing, manufacturing and selling premium automobiles and motorcycles. Founded in 1916 as an aircraft engine manufacturer, the company transitioned to motorcycle and automobile production in the interwar period and has since developed into a global luxury vehicle group. BMW's product portfolio includes passenger cars under the BMW marque, compact and premium models from MINI, ultra-luxury vehicles produced by Rolls‑Royce Motor Cars (a BMW Group subsidiary), and motorcycles marketed through BMW Motorrad.
The company develops and sells a broad range of powertrains and drivetrains, including conventional internal-combustion engines, plug‑in hybrids and fully electric vehicles under the BMW i sub-brand. BMW also invests in advanced vehicle technology such as electrification, connectivity, autonomous driving research and digital services. Beyond vehicle manufacturing, the group offers aftersales services, parts and accessories, and operates global research and development facilities to support product innovation and regulatory compliance.
BMW Group maintains a global manufacturing and sales network with production sites, assembly plants and sales operations across Europe, North America, Asia (notably China) and other regions. The company complements its product offerings with financial and mobility services, including leasing, financing, fleet solutions and dealer support, which are delivered through BMW Financial Services and various mobility initiatives.
Historically significant within the automotive industry, BMW is governed by a two-tier system of a Board of Management and a Supervisory Board. Oliver Zipse has served as Chairman of the Board of Management since August 2019, overseeing strategy, global operations and the group’s transition toward electrification and sustainable mobility.
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