BMW To Build Carbon Fiber Plant in NA

Following the partnership made last year with the SGL Group to manufacture carbon fibers and textile semi-finished products (CFRP) for future BMW vehicles, German carmaker BMW is said to be looking for a site where to build a future carbon fiber plant.

According to MotoringFile and a local Washington TV station, both BMW and SGL have begun eyeing sites near Moses Lake in Washington, as well as in an unnamed Canadian city.

Until now, it is only known the new company will operate from two l… (read more)