Rene Gerhard: New BMW Group Asia MD (2026) – Impact on Indian Luxury EV & Model Launches
From 1 February 2026, Rene Gerhard took charge as Managing Director of BMW Group Asia. This pivotal role is based in Singapore and oversees 14 East Asian markets (including Indonesia, Vietnam, and Singapore). While India is a separate National Sales Company, Gerhard’s previous stint as Sales Director for BMW India in 2016 gives him a rare and invaluable perspective on the subcontinent. His leadership is expected to influence India’s strategic priorities, including the speed of