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BMW Group In The U.S. Contributes $1 Million To American Red Cross For Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts
The BMW Group in the United States has committed $1 million to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. This donation aims to aid recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene's destruction. The hurricane brought severe winds and rain to the southeast, particularly affecting the Carolinas. It resulted in extensive damage, historic flooding, and landslides that cut off entire communities from external assistance for several days.
BMW Manufacturing, based in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, employs over 11,000 individuals and supports numerous additional jobs through its supplier network across the Carolinas and Georgia. Dr. Robert Engelhorn, president and CEO of BMW Manufacturing, expressed gratitude towards the Red Cross and volunteers for their dedication to recovery efforts. He stated, "This donation will help the Red Cross give assistance to many in the Carolinas who are in need, including some of our own associates."
Dr. Engelhorn highlighted that many BMW employees were impacted by the hurricane. Thousands lost power, some experienced home damage from falling trees, while others had their homes swept away by floods. The company's contribution is intended to support both its workforce and broader community recovery initiatives.
The American Red Cross and numerous volunteers are actively working to provide care for those affected by this disaster. Their efforts are crucial in helping communities recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene.
BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC is a subsidiary of BMW AG located in Munich, Germany. It assembles various models like the BMW X3, X5, X5 M, X7 Sports Activity Vehicles; and X4, X4 M, X6, X6 M Sports Activity Coupes; as well as the BMW XM. Besides South Carolina's manufacturing facility, BMW Group operates sales, marketing, and financial services across North America.
In addition to its operations in South Carolina, BMW Group has a manufacturing plant in San Luis Potosi, Mexico; a design firm; and a technology office in California. These facilities contribute significantly to BMW's presence throughout North America.
Extensive Network Across the U.S.
Since 1975, BMW of North America has been active in the United States. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA began vehicle distribution in 2003. The group encompasses marketing and sales organizations for BMW vehicles including motorcycles and MINI brand cars.
The company also operates Designworks—a strategic design consultancy—and maintains a technology office in Silicon Valley along with other operations nationwide. The sales headquarters for North America is situated at Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
The U.S.-based sales organization includes 350 centers for BMW passenger cars and Sports Activity Vehicles; 144 motorcycle retailers; 105 MINI car dealers; and 38 Rolls-Royce dealers.
If you have any questions regarding this matter or require further information about BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC or its operations within North America please contact Nathalie Bauters or Steve Wilson at their respective emails provided above.
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