First Dedicated BMW I Showroom Opening in Tokyo
The first-ever dedicated BMW i showroom will open in Tokyo and will be called “BMW i Megacity studio.”
Japan is one of the largest markets worldwide for electrified vehicles, and the country actually has more charging stations than gas stations. Naturally, it’s fitting that the German automaker is opting to open the first dedicated showroom for its electrified i sub-brand in Tokyo in hopes of bringing more attention to its luxury offerings of plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles.
For the past decade or so, the hybrid and electric vehicle market has been dominated by domestic Japanese brands including Nissan, Mitsubishi and Toyota. BMW is hoping a dedicated showroom for the i3 and i8 models will help attract buyers who would normally shop Japanese brands.
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The BMW i Megacity studio features an open glass display with eco-friendly materials including a ceiling packed with solar panels that are used to charge the BMW i3s as well powering as the showroom itself. The showroom will not only allow potential buyers to test drive the i3, but will also serve as a hub for i3 car sharing.
Visitors can also check out BMW i lifestyle accessories at the showroom that has just opened to the public on September 4, 2015.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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in Tokyo; that lot is considered massive acreage