BMW Considering Neue Klasse Hydrogen Model And Next-Gen iX5

BMW is among the few automakers that believe going electric doesn’t necessarily have to mean cramming heavy and bulky batteries into a car. It still sees potential in hydrogen technology, so much so the iX5 will receive a small production run beginning in late 2022. Interestingly, the German luxury brand is already thinking ahead in terms of fuel cell development.During the conference call regarding the half-year report, BMW Group chairman Oliver Zipse said the company is “already thinking about a possible next generation.” If approved, it won’t happen in the foreseeable future considering the current X5 will receive a mid-cycle facelift in 2023, which means the next-gen SUV won’t arrive until 2026 at the earliest. Nevertheless, the executive’s statement is an indicator of BMW’s commitment to hydrogen.Oliver Zipse claims hydrogen represents “the missing piece of the…

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