BMW & Pirelli Join Forces to Develop a Winter Tyre Specifically for Electric Vehicles

BMW Group and Pirelli have worked together to unveil new 20-inch P Zero Winter 2 tyres for the BMW 7 Series which focus on range capabilities. The all-electric vehicle tyres offer drivers an extended range in winter conditions on different surfaces.

Compared to summer tyres, winter tires impact the car’s range due to a higher rolling resistance because of their compounds and tread pattern designed to offer grip on snowy and wet cold asphalt.

The new 20-inch tyres compensate for these disadvantages resulting in an extended range of up to 50km for the all-electric BMW i7 in comparison to a standard winter tire.

The technological advancements in the Pirelli P Zero Winter 2 can be attributed to significant breakthroughs, particularly in the areas of tread pattern and tread compound.

The tyre will be available for the BMW 7 Series starting from August 2024.

The goal is to roll out this new technology to other future BMW models, starting next with the new BMW X3 in the second half of 2024.

This new development from the BMW Group and Pirelli is aligned with their sustainability goals by using renewable materials wherever technically appropriate and reducing the CO2 footprint of their plants.

Dr. Mihiar Ayoubi, Senior Vice President Development Driving Pleasure at the BMW Group, says: "This collaboration between BMW and Pirelli represents a significant milestone in tire technology regarding range capabilities for winter tires. We are proud to partner with Pirelli to offer our customers an exceptional driving experience that combines the known high level of snow and wet performance with a significant positive impact for our all-electric vehicles during winter times. These tires exemplify our commitment to pushing the boundaries of our cars in every dimension."

As of 31 December 2023, the BMW Group had a workforce of 154,950 employees.