Mercedes-Benz and BMW are expected to make an announcement before the end of the year about a new partnership in regards to the development of four-cylinder engines for the next-generation B-Class (codenamed C412) and Mini. There’s even talk of a possible tie-up with Audi further down.
The information comes from an inside source, who revealed that the partnership could be extended within the near future. Germany’s carmakers are worried about development costs for a new range of low-emissions powertrains.
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