The company BMW rightfully bears the title of the most worthy and popular vehicle manufacturer. Although the path to this status was difficult and lengthy, as evidenced by the company's history. Gaining the trust and respect of car enthusiasts was not an easy task.
At the moment, the BMW logo adorns practically all types of transport. The quality of all their products is impeccable.
The turnover of the manufacturing company amounts to approximately 170 billion euros in just one year. Of this, 9 billion is net profit. The huge subsidiary institutions of this brand produce small cars, luxury cars, and electric vehicles.
The main office of BMW is located in Munich, Germany. Manufacturing plants are located in various cities in this country and beyond. For several years in a row, the company has been successfully competing with the production of the equally famous MercedesBenz brand.
Initially, BMW was created for the design and manufacture of aircraft engines. But after persistent work, it became a leader in car manufacturing.
Origins of the organization's work
The history of the company «BMW» began back in 1916. Its founder is considered to be Karl Friedrich Rapp. It was he who registered his own company, which produced engines for aircraft. The production facilities were concentrated in Munich.
This was explained by the fact that the founder wanted to be closer to the organization that was engaged in aircraft production. The latter belonged to Rapp's good friend — Gustav Otto. A few years later, they would become partners.
Almost immediately after its creation, the company was presented with a very good contract, which provided for the production of aircraft engines on order for Austria-Hungary. To gather enough funds for the production of such a large order, Karl Friedrich Rapp decided to expand his company.
For this, he took several co-founders who provided a financial influx. However, through such actions, the founder of the company was forced to leave the company. After him, the organization was led by Franz Joseph Popp. Thanks to him, starting in 1918, the company began to develop rapidly under the name «BMW.»
Based on the above, it can be confidently stated that the history of the BMW company began in 1927. And to this day, it continues to develop successfully, improving its approach to production, technologies, and models.
Based on the above, it can be confidently stated that the history of the BMW company began in 1927. And to this day, it continues to develop successfully, improving its approach to production, technologies, and models.
The small engine capacity was perfectly suited to the light body and the 30-horsepower output. This model became a true representative of the BMW company. Externally, it resembled the radiator grille, which can still be seen today.
In 1936—1937, BMW 321 and 327 were introduced. These were full-size cars with a two-liter engine. They were beautiful, attractive, and of high quality. However, the price was corresponding.
Based on the above, it can be confidently stated that the history of the BMW company began in 1927. And to this day, it continues to develop successfully, improving its approach to production, technologies, and models.
Seeing such a craze for motorcycles, the company did not stop there. Specialists began to improve the design. Not only externally. Already within five years, the first equipment for the production of motorcycles was purchased. Along with motorcycles, the first car appeared.
Automotive history in the company's history
BMW and its automobiles have their beginnings in the production of small cars. In the 1920s-1930s, this type of vehicle was the most popular. Such demand can be explained by:
- fuel economy;
- high driving level;
- ease of control.
BMW developed the very first car, named Dixi 3/15PS. Although it had few horsepower, its ability to reach speeds of up to 80 km/h, a 4-cylinder engine, and high quality made the car special and attractive. In many ways, this model resembled the well-known worldwide brand. That is why in 1933, it was complemented by another variant — a small car developed by BMW itself, the BMW 303.
The small engine capacity was perfectly suited to the light body and the 30-horsepower output. This model became a true representative of the BMW company. Externally, it resembled the radiator grille, which can still be seen today.
In 1936—1937, BMW 321 and 327 were introduced. These were full-size cars with a two-liter engine. They were beautiful, attractive, and of high quality. However, the price was corresponding.
Based on the above, it can be confidently stated that the history of the BMW company began in 1927. And to this day, it continues to develop successfully, improving its approach to production, technologies, and models.
As the Treaty of Versailles was signed, the production of airplanes in Germany ceased. A ban was imposed. Therefore, the company's management directed the organization's activities towards the production of braking systems for railway transport (train, carriage).
This lasted until 1923. During this period, the developers presented the planet's inhabitants with the first version of a motorcycle under their brand. It instantly appealed to those around it. After all, every detail of it was carefully thought out, making it ideal for racing. Its appearance was quite impressive.
Seeing such a craze for motorcycles, the company did not stop there. Specialists began to improve the design. Not only externally. Already within five years, the first equipment for the production of motorcycles was purchased. Along with motorcycles, the first car appeared.
Automotive history in the company's history
BMW and its automobiles have their beginnings in the production of small cars. In the 1920s-1930s, this type of vehicle was the most popular. Such demand can be explained by:
- fuel economy;
- high driving level;
- ease of control.
BMW developed the very first car, named Dixi 3/15PS. Although it had few horsepower, its ability to reach speeds of up to 80 km/h, a 4-cylinder engine, and high quality made the car special and attractive. In many ways, this model resembled the well-known worldwide brand. That is why in 1933, it was complemented by another variant — a small car developed by BMW itself, the BMW 303.
The small engine capacity was perfectly suited to the light body and the 30-horsepower output. This model became a true representative of the BMW company. Externally, it resembled the radiator grille, which can still be seen today.
In 1936—1937, BMW 321 and 327 were introduced. These were full-size cars with a two-liter engine. They were beautiful, attractive, and of high quality. However, the price was corresponding.
Based on the above, it can be confidently stated that the history of the BMW company began in 1927. And to this day, it continues to develop successfully, improving its approach to production, technologies, and models.
