BMW India plans to launch 15 vehicles and increase localisation in 2015.

The new models include the X6M, X5M, M6 Coupe and M6 Gran Coupe.

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Citing CarDekho, Business Standard said the company had increased the number of local parts suppliers to eight from two.

BMW Group India president Phillip von Sahr said: “We have been focusing on long term sustainable profitable growth in India. As we have a strong portfolio of locally produced cars, it is only appropriate that we increase our localisation levels by sourcing more components locally.”

“Localisation is good for us to [run] our business profitably that will allow us to invest in our marketing and brand promotion, better service and [dealers],” he added.

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