BMW and Mercedes to cooperate on U.S. vehicle preparation

A recent report by Automotive News outlines a five-year deal signed between BMW and Mercedes-Benz USA regarding preparing vehicles coming through the Port of Baltimore.
The deal applies to MINI automobiles as well and BMW’s plan is to use the MB’s vehicle preparation center to inspect, process and repair all vehicle coming through the center. The deal goes in effect starting March 1st and both brands see this agreement as beneficial for them.
BMW of North AmericaAutomotive News the deal will save BMW time and money.
BMW currently has several Vehicle Distribution Centers in the U.S.:Port Hueneme in Oxnard, California approximately one hour West of L.A., just off the Pacific Coast Highwayand a similar facility in New Jersey.BMW anticipates about 50,000 cars destined for the central region, which includes Chicago, will be prepared by Mercedes-Benz.At the moment, BMW vehicles come in through Charleston and are shipped to BMW’s factory in South Carolina for pre-delivery work. there will also be significant savings in shipping fees.
The shipping distance is also shorter from Baltimorewe will save a reasonable amount of money