BMW iX3 Demand Higher Than Expected, Volkswagen ID Buzz Demand & Production Dropping - CleanTechnica

The BMW iX3 has experienced higher-than-expected demand since its launch at the IAA on September 8, with over 3,000 orders placed within six weeks. Christian Ach, head of BMW Group Germany, noted that demand for the iX3 surpasses that of the fossil-fuel-powered X3, marking a positive shift toward electric vehicles for the brand. The iX3 is the first model built on BMW’s Neue Klasse platform, with production at the new Debrecen plant in Hungary. Deliveries are expected to begin in Germany by the end of 2025, with broader availability across Europe by early 2026. BMW also aims to become the leader in the premium EV segment in China with this model. In contrast, Volkswagen is facing challenges with its ID Buzz electric minivan. Due to slowing demand, changing market conditions, and intense competition, Volkswagen paused production of the ID Buzz and its Multivan variant in Hanover, Germany, from October 20 to