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Rimac Technology has secured a major contract to supply high-voltage battery systems for BMW electric vehicles, edging out established Chinese competitors. The deal reportedly includes packs for the flagship BMW i7 sedan alongside two additional upcoming EV projects.
Rimac Group CEO Mate Rimac revealed that his engineering team studied using aerospace thrusters and active static downforce systems as early as 2019. The concept parallels Elon Musk's long-promised SpaceX package for the upcoming second-generation Tesla Roadster. While both EV innovators evaluated the physics of cold-gas thrusters to bypass tire traction limits, engineering challenges around packaging and efficiency have kept the tech largely theoretical.
A Croatian startup, backed by EV powerhouse Rimac, has launched what it claims is Europe's inaugural fully autonomous robotaxi service. Operating initially in the capital of Zagreb, the service utilizes vehicles developed with a Chinese autonomous driving partner, marking a significant step for self-driving technology in the region.
Porsche has reportedly secured a significant capital infusion by divesting portions of its stakes in Bugatti and Rimac. This financial move comes as the German automaker navigates a complex global market, facing challenges from tariffs, economic shifts in China, and the substantial costs associated with its aggressive electric vehicle development strategy.
