TMTPOST -- The BMW Group announced on Monday that it will integrate Huawei HiCar, the car - mobile app developed by the Chinese tech giant that connects devices to vehicles, into its locally - manufactured new models in 2026. According to a company statement, BMW is collaborating with Huawei to create smart applications based on the Harmony operating system for its vehicle drivers in China who use the tech conglomerate's devices. The statement further indicated that the German automaker is working with its suppliers to pursue more "cross - cycle" cooperation and "drive the deep integration of local Chinese (partners) into BMW's global innovation system."