ALPINA Ends Independent Era with BMW Acquisition in 2026
January 1, 2026 marks the end of ALPINA's independent operation as it officially becomes part of the BMW Group. The Bovensiepen family’s tuning house turned into a respected carmaker over six decades.Key TakeawaysThe ALPINA brand, founded in 1965, is now under BMW ownership after a multi-year transition period.Famous for its high-performance vehicles like the B10 Bi-Turbo sedan and B7 V8 Gran Coupe, ALPINA will continue as a standalone luxury performance division within BMW.ALPINA cars were known for their unique engineering approach that refined existing models rather than just making them faster.The transition to BMW ownership began in 2022 but allowed the brand to operate independently until January 1, 2026. ALPINA's legacy includes iconic vehicles like the B7 V8 Gran Coupe and B5 Bitur...