INSIDE NEUE KLASSE #04 | MARCEL OTTMANN & DANIEL FISCHER: SEAMLESS TECHNOLOGY EXPLAINED
What does seamless really mean when it comes to the future of driving? In this fourth episode of Inside Neue Klasse, Nicki Shields meets BMW experts Marcel Ottmann, Head of User Interface Design Systems, and Daniel Fischer, Senior Creative Technologist, live at the 2025 IAA Mobility in Munich. Together, they explore how design and technology converge in the Neue Klasse to create an effortless, intelligent experience – first previewed in the all-new BMW iX3. From predictive climate control and Plug & Charge to personalised comfort features in the My BMW App and intuitive mood lighting – in the Neue Klasse, every element works in harmony, so the car adapts to you, not the other way around. Tune in to discover how BMW is shaping interaction, anticipation, and personalisation into a new era of mobility. (00:00) Introduction (02:05) What makes design feel seamless? (03:37) Anticipation: when the car knows before you do (09:57) How to create a seamless user journey (15:19) Personalisation: how the Neue Klasse adapts to you (16:30) Connecting your digital life with your car (21:24) Outro Find out more about our host Nicki Shields
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INSIDE NEUE KLASSE #03 | RENZO VITALE: THE SOUND OF BMW HYPERSONX EXPLAINED
What does the future of electric mobility sound like? In this episode of Inside Neue Klasse, Nicki Shields is joined by Renzo Vitale, Creative Director Sound BMW Group, to explore BMW HypersonX – the innovative sound concept designed for the Neue Klasse. Powered by BMW Operating System X, HypersonX responds to your driving style, shifting from calm and refined in Personal Mode to energetic and expressive in Sport Mode. More than just acoustic design, it creates an emotional link between driver and vehicle – shaping how mobility feels through sound. The episode wraps with a playful sound recognition challenge. Can you guess the tones along with Nicki and Renzo? Tune in to hear how sound becomes a core part of the BMW driving experience.(00:00) Introduction(01:51) Renzo’s favourite road trip song(03:10) Emotion and resonance in electric driving(08:13) The element of silence(10:30) Designing BMW HypersonX(14:15) Sound recognition challenge(17:57) Outro Find outmore about our host Nicki Shields
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INSIDE NEUE KLASSE #02 | DAVID LEISTER: THE BMW PANORAMIC iDRIVE EXPLAINED
How does the digital future feel inside a BMW?In this second episode of Inside Neue Klasse, Nicki Shields sits down with David Leister, BMW User Interface Design Lead, to uncover the story behind the BMW Panoramic iDrive — a new interaction experience designed to bring clarity, personalisation, and seamless integration into every drive.From early sketches to human-centric digital systems, this conversation explores how the Neue Klasse interior is built entirely around the driver and their digital lifestyle.The episode ends with a challenge that puts intuitive thinking to the test.Tune in to see how interaction in the Neue Klasse becomes second nature. (00:00) Introduction(03:11) What superpower would David’s dream car have?(03:46) What makes the BMW Panoramic iDrive seamless?(12:07) Challenge: Nicki vs. David(14:00) OutroFind out more about our host Nicki Shields
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INSIDE NEUE KLASSE #01 | TORSTEN MÜLLER: THE HEART OF JOY EXPLAINED
What defines the unmistakable driving feel of a BMW? In this first episode of Inside Neue Klasse, Nicki Shields speaks with Torsten Müller, Chief Engineer of BMW Dynamic Performance Control, to explore the Heart of Joy — the central computing unit that powers the driving experience in the Neue Klasse. From early development ideas to dynamic test drives, this conversation uncovers how technology turns emotion into experience. The episode wraps up with a light-hearted coordination challenge that puts driving intuition to the test. Tune in to discover how a new era of mobility is still driven by joy. (00:00) Introduction(03:02) What the Heart of Joy feels like(11:48) What superpower would Torsten’s dream car have?(12:42) Challenge: Nicki vs. Torsten(15:46) OutroFind out more about our host Nicki Shields
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GAME CHANGER #06 | DANIELA BOHLINGER: CHANGING PERSPECTIVE, CHANGING THE GAME | BMW Podcast
Imagine leaving everything behind – no mobile phone, no internet – and focusing on one question: how can we envision a future with zero emissions?
That’s exactly what our last episode’s GAME CHANGER did. Daniela Bohlinger, a name familiar to design enthusiasts, is also known for constantly pushing beyond her boundaries. Bohlinger, the Innovation Strategist for Sustainability at BMW Group, is also a professor in Umeå, Sweden.She is engaged in various design competitions as a jury member and in international scholarships. Bohlinger is brave enough not only in talking about existing boundaries, but also in changing the systems for a holistically positive future vision.
Check out our last episode for insights into the future of individual mobility and how shifting perspectives can drive a more sustainable tomorrow.
(00:00) Introduction
(07:14) When was the last time you stepped out of your comfort zone?
(13:53) A vision of where the future of mobility is heading
(16:33) What was your inspiration or role model?
(24:08) How does nature inspire you?
Find out more about our hosts Charlie Martin
Not every journey starts with a destination. This podcast is for those seeking an exciting ride to discover new horizons. This is “Changing Lanes,” the official podcast from BMW. Each new season provides a unique experience with innovative audio formats, trendsetting topics, and insightful guests. Tune in to discover more of the BMW universe, sustainable lifestyles, the newest luxury visions, and the most eco-friendly cars. Subscribe to the BMW podcast series to dive deeper into the world of BMW while experiencing a new audio storytelling style every season.
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