BMW fleet transformed into moving artwork for Art Basel 2025

To celebrate 50 years of BMW Art Cars, the BMW iX5 Hydrogen VIP car fleet has been transformed into a moving artwork during for the 2025 Art Basel event, marking the second year in a row that the BMW iX5 Hydrogen fleet has been in operation at the art fair.

As a tribute to BMW's pioneering work in innovative mobility, renowned Artist Alvaro Barrington has reimagined the fleet of BMW iX5 Hydrogen vehicles with a striking wrap that reflects his signature collage aesthetic.

Alvaro Barrington's BMW iX5 Hydrogen collaboration channels his curiosity about the human-centric potential of technology and dynamic vision into motion through the medium of innovative transport

Drawing on in-depth conversations with BMW's hydrogen engineers, Barrington's concept bridges technology and humanity. Using a vivid palette and layered forms, his artwork expresses themes of transformation, nature, and technological innovation. The wrap fuses artistic vision with design precision, symbolising a future where mobility is not only sustainable but also emotionally intelligent and culturally integrated.

Central to the collaboration is the BMW iX5 Hydrogen, a vehicle that showcases the brand's pioneering role in innovative mobility and technology. As part of BMW’s presence at the 2025 Art Basel, the fleet will serve as the VIP car service alongside the fully electric BMW i7, reinforcing BMW's commitment to contemporary luxury, innovation, and exclusive driving experiences.

The BMW VIP car service fleet, featuring Barrington's custom-wrapped BMW iX5 Hydrogen cars, can be seen on the streets of Basel during the fair, which will run from 19 to 22 June 2025.