This page only shows primary logo variants. For other related logos and images, see:
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RAPP Motorenwerke
1913–1916
BMW was founded in 1913 as Rapp Motorenwerke GmbH, an aircraft engine manufacturer in Germany.[1]
BMW
1916–1933
In 1916, the company was renamed as Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (Bavarian Motor Works) and introduces its famous roundel, which combines the circular Rapp Motorenwerke logo and the colors of the flag of Bavaria.[2]
1923–1953
1936–1963
1963–present
1963–1997
1970–1989
1997–present
The old logo will remain in use on cars. [3]
2020–present
On March 3, 2020, BMW refreshes its logo with a modern two-dimensional design, resembling the 1963 logo. The black circle was removed, making the logo transparent, the borders and the wordmark are now gray, as well the font was slightly modified. This new style was also adopted by its sub-brands BMW M and BMW i. [4]
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