BMW plans to use the London Olympic Games in 2012 as a grand showcase for its new Megacity vehicle. The company sees the games as a unique opportunity to introduce visitors from all around the globe to the concept of electric cars.
The zero emission Megacity car is being developed from the prototype Mini E, which is currently being road tested in the UK and overseas.
Developers intend the Megacity to be bigger than a Mini, but smaller than a BMW 1 Series.
BMW is the official automotive partner of the London 2012 Olympics and is expected to supply a fleet of about 4,000 vehicles. Around half of these are likely to be Megacitys.
Although the Megacity will be unveiled at the London games, it is not likely to go on sale to the public until 2013.