At each year's end, people across the nation celebrate the coming of the new year with streamers and champagne. But BMW of Sioux Falls, in Sioux Falls, SD knows BMW has plenty of 2011 milestones of its own, which is indeed cause for celebration. Not only is a way to reminisce over those "remember-that" moments; it helps us a gauge how high to raise the bar in the New Year. Let's look back on BMW's year, it was filled with a LOT of newsworthy events. Which, as you can imagine, fuels quite a lively conversation.
We could list out the many milestones, but we'll make sure we cover the notable ones. When it comes to new models, BMW introduced three. First, there was the all-new 6 Series Convertible and Coup with available x-Drive all-wheel drive. Then, there was the BMW 1 Series M Coupe. And finally, BMW's first pure EV: the ActiveE. Needless to say, the industry welcomed them all with open arms.
While new models are exiting, there are other events that deserve recognition. Specifically, BMW worked to expand their U.S. facility in South Carolina. Now open, it produces the BMW X3, BMW X5 and BMW X6 for markets worldwide. And, to support their efforts to integrate more vehicles across the new BMW lineup with lightweight, performance-enhancing, efficiency-improving carbon fiber, the Bavarian automaker joined forces with SGL Group to open a collaborative carbon-fiber manufacturing plant in Washington. It's there that carbon fiber for the forthcoming BMW i3 and BMW i8 will be produced.
Let's not forget about the note-worthy collaborations. In addition to partnering with SGL Group, they joined forces with the U.S. Olympic Team. Via the BMW Performance Team, BMW was then able to offer assistance to 11 Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls. And, to help ignited interest in dialogue on ways to enhance urban life, the German automaker helped kick off the BMW mobile Guggenheim Lab in NYC.
As you can see, it's been a pretty eventful year. And, we don't know about you, but by taking just a brief moment to share in this retrospective makes us all the more proud to drive BMW. It's not just a car - it's a brand backed by thoughtful philosophy and a tenacious spirit that tirelessly pursues perfection. It goes without saying, the bar for next year...well, it's pretty darn high. But, we're certain BMW up for meeting the challenge.
To learn more about any of the milestones mentioned above or simply wish to explore the new BMW and certified pre-owned BMW lineups at BMW of Sioux Falls, swing by our showroom today. Conveniently located at 101 S Carolyn Ave in Sioux Falls, SD, we're always happy to share specs, compare models, arrange test drives, or just talk shop.
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