Report: SEC Investigating BMW Over Sales Practices

The SEC is investigating BMW for potentially engaging in 'sales punching,' a practice where dealers falsely register cars as sold to inflate sales figures. BMW's U.S. sales have increased by over 10% since 2018. The company is cooperating with the SEC and is also facing European litigation for allegedly colluding with other German automakers to limit competition in emissions technology development.

What is the main focus of the SEC's investigation into BMW?

• The quality of BMW vehicles

• The use of sales punching to inflate sales figures

• The marketing strategies of BMW

• The environmental impact of BMW cars

What is 'sales punching' as mentioned in the context of BMW?

• A method to improve car performance

• A fraudulent practice to register unsold cars as sold

• A technique to enhance customer service

• A strategy to reduce production costs

By how much did BMW's U.S. sales increase according to the latest report?

• 20%

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

How is BMW responding to the SEC's investigation?

• By denying all allegations

• By ignoring the investigation

• By cooperating fully with the investigation

• By filing a counter-lawsuit

What is BMW accused of in Europe?

• Failing to meet safety standards

• Engaging in false advertising

• Overpricing their vehicles

• Colluding to restrict competition in emissions technology