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    US automakers, battery suppliers rationalize excess battery capacity, pivot to energy storage systems
    In December 2025, Ford Motor Co. and SK On announced plans to end their $11.4 billion battery joint venture — BlueOval SK — as part of their broader business overhaul amid a slowdown in demand for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and the end of government subsidies under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The decision to cease the battery JV came as the two companies sought to avoid accumulating losses from EV battery operations in a market witnessing policy shifts away from BEVs and to r...
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    European New Car Assessment Program’s button mandate forces a rethink of the digital cockpit
    For more than a decade, the automotive industry followed a clear trajectory: digitize the driving experience, replace physical controls with touchscreens and let software define the cockpit. From 2026, Europe’s most influential vehicle safety assessor will begin to reverse that logic. Under revised protocols, the European New Car Assessment Program (EuroNCAP) will explicitly reward vehicles that provide physical controls for essential driving functions, such as indicators, hazard lights, wi...
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    The evolving landscape of cathode active materials in EVs: Balancing production capacity investments amid oversupply challenges
    Cathode active materials (CAM) form the heart of lithium-ion batteries powering the global electric vehicle boom. These high-value components determine energy density, cost, performance and safety, making CAM production a critical constraint in the supply chain. As EV adoption accelerates worldwide, the CAM market stands at a pivotal juncture. Global production capacity is projected to expand at a robust 11.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), surging from 6.7 million metric tons in 2025 to...
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    Volkswagen recalls over 44,000 ID.4 electric SUVs in the US due to fire risks
    Volkswagen Group of America is set to recall 44,551 ID.4 electric sport utility vehicles in the US due to potential fire risks associated with the vehicles' batteries, Reuters reported Jan. 27, citing the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The larger of the two recalls affects 43,881 vehicles from model years 2023 to 2025. This recall is due to the possibility of the high-voltage battery overheating, which could lead to a fire hazard. Volkswagen dealers will address th...
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    Volkswagen debuts new cockpit generation with the all-new ID.Polo
    Volkswagen (VW) has unveiled the interior of its new ID. Polo, showcasing a design largely influenced by customer feedback. The interior features enhanced clarity, quality and intuitive controls, building on familiar VW operating patterns. A new software generation introduces novel functions, including a retro display reminiscent of the first Golf. Kai Grünitz, Volkswagen Brand board member for Technical Development, highlighted the improved customer experience with clean lines, high-quali...
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    Volkswagen's Cariad integrates TomTom's Orbis Maps for enhanced automated driving
    TomTom has announced that Cariad, an automotive software company within the Volkswagen Group, will integrate TomTom's advanced Orbis Maps into its automated driving systems. Orbis Maps will offer crucial spatial context to enhance the awareness of Cariad's systems about their surroundings by providing highly precise and current location data. This will act as a supplementary map-based layer within the vehicle's software architecture, working alongside onboard sensors and systems. The integration...
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    SiEngine begins mass production of 7-nanometer ADAS chips
    SiEngine, a mainland Chinese automotive research and development firm, has begun mass production of its new AI-capable chips for autonomous vehicles and advanced driver assistance systems. The AD1000 and AD800 system-on-chip (SoC) units are fabricated on a 7-nanometer (nm) process, providing improved thermal and power efficiency. These chips are aimed at car manufacturers interested in implementing Level 2 to Level 4 autonomous driving features, which include hands-free and attention-free drivin...
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    Embotech and Cariad validate autonomous vehicle tech in challenging logistics scenarios
    Embotech and Cariad, Volkswagen Group's software company, have successfully concluded a proof of concept (POC) to demonstrate the adaptability and precision of Embotech's Automated Vehicle Marshalling (AVM) solution integrated with Cariad's software. This POC was tested on a Volkswagen ID.3 vehicle, emphasizing the capability of production-grade autonomous driving and parking to function safely and efficiently in complex logistics settings. The AVM system underwent rigorous testing in multipl...
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    Volkswagen Group tests autonomous research vehicle Gen.Urban1 in Germany’s Wolfsburg for future passenger experience insights
    The Volkswagen (VW) Group has commenced a new testing phase for its autonomous research vehicle, Gen.Urban1, in Wolfsburg, Germany, the Germany-based automotive group said in a press release on Dec. 12. The research vehicle is now capable of autonomously navigating through real urban traffic, marking a significant step in the automaker's exploration of passenger experiences in autonomous cars that lack a traditional steering wheel and pedals. The research aims to understand the passenger expe...
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    PowerCo launches Salzgitter gigafactory with Unified cells production
    PowerCo SE has launched the Salzgitter, Germany, gigafactory, beginning the production of the first Unified Cells entirely within Europe, bolstering Volkswagen Group's position in battery technology. The cells, once produced, will be delivered for final road tests to brands including Volkswagen, ŠKODA and SEAT/CUPRA, with a debut in the Electric Urban Car Family planned for 2026. Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume emphasized the strategic importance of this development, marking Volkswagen as the fi...
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    Interior Insight: VW Tayron
    Filling the long-standing gap between the Tiguan and Touareg, the Volkswagen (VW) Tayron arrives not as a stretched derivative — as the Tiguan Allspace once was — but as a purpose-built, full-size crossover with a more upmarket feel. That matters because customers now expect seven-seat sport utility vehicles in this class to be bespoke designs with interiors that convey substance and refinement. Measured on those terms, the Tayron’s cabin is one of the clearest areas where VW’s new appro...
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    Volkswagen’s SEAT and CUPRA inaugurates battery-cell assembly plant in Spain
    Volkswagen (VW)-owned car brands SEAT and CUPRA have opened an all-new battery system assembly plant at the Martorell factory in Spain, SEAT announced Dec. 12. The move is seen as part of the VW Group's larger battery strategy to balance in-house and third-party cell supply to achieve maximum flexibility. In-house battery-cell assembly operations offer flexibility and control over the supply chain, while providing scope to innovate in technology and processes. The high-profile opening cere...
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    Volkswagen adds smartwatch support for US vehicles
    Volkswagen of America has announced that US-spec Volkswagen vehicles can now be controlled remotely using compatible smartwatches. This includes vehicles such as the ID.4 crossover and ID. Buzz minivan. The integration works with smartwatches running watchOS and Wear OS via the myVW+ service, an extension of the myVW smartphone app. While most 2020 model year and newer Volkswagen cars can be managed through these smartwatches, the feature requires a connection to the smartphone app, meaning the ...
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    Volkswagen secures key chip supply, says Volkswagen brand chief Thomas Schaefer
    Thomas Schaefer, head of the VW brand, confirmed that Volkswagen has successfully secured the necessary supply of chips for its production. Other automakers and suppliers are facing continued difficulties due to a chip supply shortage stemming from a trade dispute over the manufacturer Nexperia. Schaefer stated on Nov. 18 that Europe's largest automaker learned valuable lessons from the chip crisis that followed the COVID-19 pandemic, and they are not experiencing shortages. The same day, sup...
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    Gotion begins delivering unified battery cells to Volkswagen
    Mainland Chinese battery manufacturer Gotion High-tech has started mass production of unified battery cells for German carmaker Volkswagen, with deliveries scheduled to begin in November. This development is a key milestone in the strategic partnership between Volkswagen, its battery unit PowerCo, and Gotion High-Tech. The collaboration will see Gotion supplying Volkswagen with high-performance lithium iron phosphate (LFP) and other unified cells from 2026 to 2032. A delivery ceremony t...
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    Alexander Schmitt appointed as the chief procurement officer at PowerCo.
    Volkswagen Group announced Nov. 17 that PowerCo. has appointed Alexander Schmitt as its new chief procurement officer with effect from Nov. 18. Schmitt will also become a member of the executive board at Volkswagen’s Battery unit. Schmitt succeeds Jörg Teichmann, who is stepping down by mutual agreement and will take on a new role in the Volkswagen Group, the company said. Teichmann has been known for building the procurement department of PowerCo SE since 2022. Prior to that role, he h...
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    Hankook equips Volkswagen's Tiguan and Tayron with Ventus evo SUV tires
    Hankook Tire is supplying its Ventus evo SUV tires as original equipment for Volkswagen's Tiguan and Tayron models. The tire sizes range from 17 to 20 inches, catering to different versions of these popular sport utility vehicles. The Tayron, available in five or seven-seater versions, is also equipped with these tires. The South Korean tiremaker developed the Ventus evo SUV tires for Volkswagen’s SUV models at its Technology Center in Hanover, Germany. Hankook Tire collaborated with the Ge...
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    Volkswagen develops first self-designed system-on-chip in mainland China
    Volkswagen Group China announced the development of its first self-designed system-on-chip (SoC) in mainland China. This chip, developed locally through Carizon, a joint venture between Cariad and Chinese technology company Horizon Robotics, is intended for the next generation of smart, connected cars in China. It will power Volkswagen's advanced driver assistance systems and automated driving functions, processing data from cameras and sensors to enhance driving safety and intelligence. Volkswa...
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    Adient’s Q4 FY 2024/25 net sales up 3.5% year over year to $3.7 billion
    Adient reported a 3.5% year-over-year increase in net sales to $3.7 billion in the fourth quarter ended Sept. 30, 2025. Despite higher sales, the US-based automotive seating supplier recorded a 7.7% year-over-year decline in earnings before interest and tax to $120 million, while net income fell sharply by 77.2% year over year to $18 million. Adient generated adjusted EBITDA of $226 million, down 3.8% year over year, resulting in an adjusted EBITDA margin of 6.1%. The company reported op...
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    Stellantis creates "war room" to address potential chip shortages
    According to a report Reuters published on Oct. 31, Stellantis has established a “war room” to manage potential chip shortages occurring from complications at Dutch group Nexperia. During a call with analysts about the company's third-quarter performance, CEO Antonio Filosa responded to a question about whether Stellantis could face production stoppages similar to those at Volkswagen, emphasizing that Stellantis is actively monitoring the chip situation related to Nexperia and implementing a...
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    PowerCo plans to begin supplying battery cells from its Spanish gigafactory in July 2027
    Powerco's upcoming gigafactory in Sagunto, Valencia, Spain, will begin supplying battery cells by July 2027, per Volkswagen Group's latest operational plan. This follows delays in the industrialization of electric urban vehicles like Cupra Raval, VW ID. Polo, Skoda Epiq and VW ID. Cross will initially rely on batteries from Salzgitter, Germany, given its forecast series production start in mid-next year. Batteries could be sourced from mainland China during the initial zero-emission vehi...
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    Volkswagen and Bosch sound alarm as Nexperia dispute threatens Europe’s auto supply chain
    Europe's automotive industry is bracing for disruptions after a diplomatic and trade dispute over Dutch chipmaker Nexperia escalated, prompting urgent calls from automakers and suppliers for political intervention to avert production halts. The standoff began after the Dutch government placed Nexperia—owned by China's Wingtech Technology- under state control, citing national-security and intellectual-property concerns. In response, Beijing blocked exports of Nexperia's chips from its facili...
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    Euro NCAP tightens 2026 safety norms, requires physical buttons again
    Euro NCAP has announced a new safety policy requiring the return of physical buttons in cars by January 2026. This change mandates that vehicle manufacturers include physical controls such as buttons, levers or switches for essential functions like turn signals, hazard lights, horn, windshield wipers and emergency call (eCall). Failure to comply could reduce safety ratings, impacting the reputation of vehicle models that rely solely on touchscreens. The decision comes in response to growing conc...
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    Volkswagen faces potential production halts amid Nexperia chip dispute and supply chain issues
    Volkswagen has warned its workers of potential production stoppages due to ongoing supply chain issues, following a dispute involving Dutch chipmaker Nexperia. The Dutch government took control of Nexperia, which is owned by China, citing intellectual property concerns, while China has placed restrictions on exporting necessary products to European car manufacturers. Although Volkswagen has not yet been directly affected by chip shortages, it acknowledged the possibility of future impacts on pro...
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    Gotion halts $2.4 billion EV battery facility plan in Michigan amid criticism
    According to a state announcement, a subsidiary of mainland Chinese battery company Gotion has decided to abandon its plans to construct a $2.4 billion facility in Michigan, US, to manufacture critical materials for electric vehicle batteries. The initiative, initially revealed in October 2022, aimed at creating 2,350 factory jobs. However, it faced criticism from certain lawmakers due to the company's mainland Chinese ownership. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) confirmed ...
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    Hankook Tire wins contract to supply iON Evo high-performance tire for Cupra Born electric hatchback
    Hankook Tire will supply its iON Evo high-performance tire as original equipment for the Cupra Born, Pulse by Maeil Business News Korea reported Oct. 21. The South Korean tiremaker collaborated with Cupra, a high-performance brand under the Volkswagen Group, to optimize the iON Evo tire for the dynamic driving characteristics of electric hatchbacks. The iON Evo tire, available in a 20-inch size, incorporates Hankook Tire's proprietary iON innovative technology that balances key performance ar...
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    Volkswagen to halt Golf production in Germany amid looming chip supply shortage
    Volkswagen will pause the production of the Golf at its Wolfsburg plant in Germany starting Oct. 29 as a result of a new microchip crisis triggered by a trade dispute between the US and China. This announcement follows an internal alert from Volkswagen to its workers about possible production disruptions. Besides the Golf, other models such as the Tiguan, Touran and Tayron, also manufactured at the Wolfsburg facility, are expected to experience production halts, although the duration of the...
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    Volkswagen plans temporary production suspension at German plants amid weak demand for EVs
    Volkswagen is temporarily halting production at its Zwickau and Emden plants in Germany amid weaker-than-expected demand for electric vehicles, CBT News reported Sept. 26. The Zwickau factory, which will cease operations for a week starting Oct. 6, is significantly impacted, primarily affecting the Audi Q4 e-tron due to pressure from US tariffs and Germany's actions concerning the EU's proposed ban on new internal combustion engine vehicles. At the Emden plant, production of the VW ID.4 and I...
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    NHTSA delays five-star safety rating updates to 2027 after automaker requests
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced a delay in implementing changes to its five-star safety rating program after automakers requested more time to comply, according to a report published by Reuters on Sept. 19, 2025. In 2024, the NHTSA introduced updates to the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), incorporating features such as blind-spot warning, lane-keeping assist and pedestrian automatic emergency braking. These updates were initially intended for the 2026 m...
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    Porsche realigns propulsion strategy, retains combustion engines
    German high-performance sports-car maker Porsche plans to realign its propulsion strategy by continuing to offer models with internal combustion engines (ICEs) while delaying the rollout of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) to reduce the cost of transition on its balance sheet. In an announcement on Sept. 19, Porsche said that its executive and supervisory boards have approved "significant adjustments" to the brand’s product portfolio in the medium and long-term period, with an aim to achiev...
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    Scout Motors commits additional $300 million investment to establish supplier park near manufacturing plant in South Carolina, US
    Scout Motors, a US division of the Volkswagen Group, is investing an additional $300 million to establish a supplier park at its manufacturing plant in Blythewood, South Carolina. The planned investment aims to support about 1,000 supplier jobs, enhancing the company's over $2 billion commitment to South Carolina. Scott Keogh, president and CEO of Scout Motors, emphasized the initiative's role in fortifying US manufacturing and South Carolina's position as a hub for automotive innovation and ...
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    IAA Mobility 2025: Volkswagen Group to invest up to €1 billion on AI by 2030
    Volkswagen Group will invest up to €1 billion ($1.2 billion) in artificial intelligence (AI) by 2030, strengthening its position in the global technology race. Announced at the IAA Mobility 2025, the initiative focuses on AI-driven vehicle development, industrial applications, and expanding high-performance IT infrastructures. The goal: faster innovation cycles, greater efficiency, and enhanced competitiveness. “AI ignites the next stage of our journey to become the world’s leading auto...
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    Audi to launch cars with Rivian's software architecture by 2028
    The upcoming Volkswagen ID 1 entry-level electric car is scheduled to be launched in 2027. However, Audi will be the first brand from the VW Group to roll out a complete software architecture that the German-based automotive group is developing with the US-based electric-car maker. The VW Group and Rivian entered a strategic partnership and formed a joint venture, Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technology, in November 2024. Audi's focus on high functionality, as noted by CEO ...
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    Volkswagen partners with 4screen for enhanced in-car experience in Europe
    Volkswagen and 4screen have entered a partnership to deliver an enhanced in-car experience for drivers across Europe by integrating 4screen's innovative driver interaction technology. Starting in August, Volkswagen vehicles in 12 European markets will receive this new functionality through an over-the-air update, providing timely, context-aware content to enrich daily journeys. The rollout will include countries such as Germany, the UK, France, Italy, Spain and others, with plans to expand to ad...
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    IAA Mobility 2025: Volkswagen and PowerCo showcase Unified Cell solution for EVs
    The Volkswagen Group and its subsidiaries PowerCo and Elli showcased pioneering advancements in battery and energy technologies at the IAA Mobility 2025, emphasizing sustainable mobility made in Europe. At the event, PowerCo launched the Unified Cell, which will debut in the Electric Urban Car Family of Volkswagen, ŠKODA and Cupra, promising improvements in performance, cost efficiency and flexibility for series production. The Unified Cell is designed to be integrated into a wide range...
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    IAA Mobility 2025: Hyundai Mobis showcases technologies; sets goal to become global top-3 automotive supplier
    Hyundai Mobis is showcasing its advanced technologies at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich for the third consecutive year. This year, the South Korean supplier has emphasized three innovation keywords: Sustainable Electrification, Optimized Integration of Functions and Maximized In-Vehicle User Experience. The company is showcasing its technological innovations that are leading the advancement and change of future mobility to the European market. During a media session at the event, ...
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    IAA Mobility 2025: Volkswagen subsidiary Elli launches pilot project on bidirectional charging for the first time
    Volkswagen Group subsidiary Elli has launched a pilot project for bidirectional charging in private households on the sidelines of the ongoing IAA Mobility 2025. The technology is aimed at utilizing electric vehicle batteries and home solar power systems for powering residential units. Central to this project is an 11-kW bidirectional charger developed with Elli's partner, Cubos, which allows the EV battery to power homes using self-generated solar energy. This technology ...
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    IAA Mobility 2025: Quantumscape and PowerCo debut solid-state batteries on Ducati motorcycle
    QuantumScape Corp. and PowerCo SE showcased the first live vehicle demonstration of QuantumScape's solid-state lithium-metal batteries at the IAA Mobility event in Munich. This technological breakthrough featured a Ducati motorcycle equipped with QSE-5 battery cells using the QS Cobra production process. The event marked a significant milestone, transitioning from laboratory development to real-world application of anode-free solid-state batteries, which aim to address key performance metrics...
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    Fernride extends Series A funding with €18 million to total €75 million
    Fernride, a Munich-based ground autonomy platform, has extended its Series A financing round with an additional €18 million, bringing its total funding to €75 million. This extension is supported by investors such as Helantic and dual-use investors such as Thomas Müller, former CEO of Hensoldt and board member of Airbus Defense, who also joins Fernride's board. This round includes commitments from existing shareholders and several new strategic investors, family offices and venture capital ...
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    IAA Mobility 2025: Volkswagen Group to showcase intelligent mobility solutions
    The Volkswagen Group is showcasing its innovative capabilities and advanced technologies at the IAA Mobility event in Munich from September 7 to 12. During this period, the Group will display a comprehensive range of technological advancements at their exhibition stand in hall B1. Their presentation includes world premieres and a variety of intelligent mobility concepts, highlighting innovations in electric and hybrid drives, range extender concepts, and both highly automated and autonomous driv...
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    May Mobility expands autonomous vehicle services in Grand Rapids under goMARTI 2.0 project
    In a press release dated Sept. 2, May Mobility announced the expansion of its autonomous vehicle services as part of the goMARTI 2.0 transportation project in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. This expansion, achieved in partnership with Minnesota's Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation office and The PLUM Catalyst, introduces additional stops based on community feedback at key locations such as Itasca Community College and the Judy Garland Museum. The service now operates from Monday to Saturday, 10...
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    Volkswagen Group consolidates Indian technology operations under single entity
    Volkswagen Group has unified its 3,800-strong Indian technology workforce under the new name Volkswagen Group Digital Solutions India, announced on Sept. 2. This strategic consolidation integrates its diverse technology teams across multiple Indian locations into a single organizational framework, contributing significantly to its global digitalization strategy. As a result, India becomes Volkswagen Group's largest digital partner globally, operating alongside established IT hubs in Germany and ...
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    IAA Mobility 2025: Volkswagen to unveil all-new compact electric SUV
    At the IAA Mobility event (Sept. 9–14), Volkswagen will present four new models at Open Space in Munich. The German automotive group will introduce a fully electric compact sport utility vehicle, marking a new addition to Volkswagen's electric ID. family. This vehicle promises to set new standards in design and efficiency within its class and is expected to be available in the market in 2026. Apart from the compact electric SUV, Volkswagen will present its all-new T-Roc SUV, the special edi...
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    European Commission approves acquisition of Proseat’s Foam, Trim and Lightweight Components business by Brose Sitech
    On June 24, Brose Sitech, the joint venture company of Brose and the Volkswagen Group that produces complete seats and seat parts, announced its decision to acquire the Foam, Trim and Lightweight Components business of Proseat. The acquisition was contingent upon approval from the European Commission. This week, on Aug. 19, the commission approved the proposed acquisition of Proseat’s business by Brose Sitech. The commission determined that the acquisition would not pose competition concern...
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    Illinois State Police collaborates with HAAS Alert to enhance officer safety through technology
    The Illinois State Police (ISP) has partnered with HAAS Alert to improve officer safety by utilizing new technology. Since the collaboration's inception at the start of 2025, ISP has issued over 11 million driver alerts, as reported by Brock Aun, vice president of Product at HAAS Alert. Aun highlighted the program's effectiveness by noting technology's role in enhancing safety. The partnership involves integrating HAAS Alert's software into navigation apps such as Apple Maps and Waze, as well as...
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    Electrify America opens first Hyper-Fast EV charging station in Santa Monica
    Electrify America has inaugurated its first charging station in Santa Monica, California, to address the rising demand for Hyper-Fast electric vehicle charging in Southern California, US. The facility includes 20 Hyper-Fast chargers that can deliver speeds of up to 350 kW, allowing equipped EVs to gain approximately 20 miles of range per minute. This new station is part of Electrify America's extensive network, which is positioned near the I-10 freeway. Electrify America has established itsel...
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    Interior insight: VW T-Roc
    Volkswagen has updated the T-Roc compact sport utility vehicle (SUV) with new features to keep it competitive. This refresh introduces new performance variants, including the sporty R and the open-top Cabriolet. Size-wise, it measures 4,236 mm in length, 1,584 mm in height and 1,819 mm in width, making it shorter, wider and taller than the Golf. Notably, its trunk space is 17% larger than that of its sibling, further enhancing its appeal for those seeking a practical compact SUV. The wheelbas...
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    Rosenberger Telematics partners with Volkswagen for enhanced fleet data solutions
    Rosenberger Telematics has announced a strategic partnership with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG. The collaboration aims to enhance data solutions for fleet operators by integrating vehicle data from several Volkswagen brands, including Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, ŠKODA, Seat, Cupra and Audi. Through this partnership, Rosenberger Telematics gains direct access to fleet vehicle data from these six brands. This integration facilitates innovative mobility servi...
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    Tata AutoComp expands European presence with acquisition of IAC's operations in Slovakia
    Tata AutoComp Systems Ltd., an Indian automotive components manufacturer, is set to enhance its operations in Europe by acquiring IAC Group (Slovakia) s.r.o. through its UK-based subsidiary, Artifex Interior Systems Ltd., Autocar Professional reported Aug. 7. Completion of the deal is subject to regulatory approval. The acquisition involves IAC Slovakia's manufacturing facility in Lozorno, which employs 800 people and reported $190 million in revenue for the fisc...
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    QuantumScape expands collaboration with PowerCo for solid-state battery commercialization
    QuantumScape Corp., a company specializing in solid-state lithium-metal battery technology, has announced an expansion of its collaboration and licensing arrangement with PowerCo SE, the battery company of the Volkswagen Group. Originally established in July 2024, this agreement aims to accelerate the commercialization of solid-state battery technology, particularly through the QSE-5 battery development pilot line in San Jose, California. PowerCo is set to provide up to $131 million in paymen...
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    Cariad develops Connected Car Ecosystem for Volkswagen Group brands
    Cariad, the software company of the Volkswagen Group, is developing a scalable platform known as the Connected Car Ecosystem, which supports the digital features of the connected vehicle fleet for brands such as Audi, Porsche and Volkswagen. This ecosystem comprises four components, each contributing to advanced vehicle connectivity and functionality. The first component, Connectivity, allows vehicles to communicate with each other (Car2Car) and their surroundings (Car2X). This networked...
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    Volkswagen partners with Hivemapper for real-time autonomous vehicle mapping
    Volkswagen ADMT, a subsidiary of Volkswagen focused on autonomous-vehicle testing, has partnered with Hivemapper to utilize its Bee Maps for real-time mapping data. This collaboration aims to improve the precision of self-driving operations by using street-level imagery collected by contributors to Bee Maps. These contributors employ Hivemapper cameras to gather data, which is then used to validate Volkswagen's self-driving technology, particularly enhancing the accuracy of curbside pick-ups and...
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    Volkswagen, Renault drive vehicle-to-grid projects in Europe
    Volkswagen and Renault are driving pilot projects focused on bidirectional charging in Europe. While these projects are being managed at a small scale, both carmakers are expected to scale up their respective vehicle-to-grid (V2G) projects to support the EU's power grid in the future. Utrecht has become the first European city to launch a large-scale V2G system through a collaboration involving Renault Group, We Drive Solar, MyWheels, and the local municipality. The initiative, which is named...
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    Volkswagen plans updates for ID. 4 and ID. 3 with return to physical controls
    Volkswagen is planning extensive updates for its ID. 4 all-electric sport utility vehicle, aligning it visually with the upcoming ID. 2, and reintroducing physical controls within the vehicle, Autocar reported June 24. Volkswagen Technical Development Head Kai Grünitz confirmed to the automotive publication that the ID. 3 will feature a new design language similar to the 2023 ID. 2all concept, which will also be applied to the ID. 4 to maintain their appeal until their replacements ar...
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    Moia launches ID. Buzz AD, Volkswagen's first fully autonomous production vehicle
    Moia, a technology company, has introduced the ID. Buzz AD, marking a significant advancement as it represents the first fully autonomous production vehicle from Volkswagen, specifically tailored for mobility services, the company reported June 17. The vehicle is part of an end-to-end solution that includes a comprehensive software ecosystem and services for operators of autonomous mobility services. This offering is designed to allow public and private mobility providers to quickly and ...
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    VW to build future EVs on Rivian's new R2 platform
    As part of Volkswagen's joint venture with Rivian, VW will use Rivian's upcoming R2 platform for all its future electric vehicles, according to Rivian's Chief Software Officer Wassym Bensaid. Rivian plans for the R2 production to begin in the first half of 2026, with improvements over its predecessor, the R1, making the development process more efficient. The R2 offers a modular and scalable tech stack, allowing Volkswagen brands such as ŠKODA and Audi to inco...
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    Oppo signs patents licensing deal with Volkswagen for connected vehicles
    Smart device company Oppo announced a global patent licensing agreement with Volkswagen. This agreement involves licensing Oppo's cellular standard-essential patents, including those for 5G technology, to Volkswagen. The collaboration aims to enhance the user experience of Volkswagen's connected vehicle products worldwide. Vincent Lin, head of Patent Licensing at Oppo, acknowledged Volkswagen's intellectual property team's efforts in recognizing the value of this partnership, marking a commitmen...
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    Mainland China to cooperate with other countries on rare earth export controls
    Mainland China announced its intent to enhance cooperation with other nations concerning its rare earth export controls amid potential shortages that could impact automobile and semiconductor manufacturers in Europe and India, according to a May 30 report by Reuters. Mainland China holds more than 90% of the global processing capacity for rare earth magnets, which are essential in various industries, and began enforcing stricter export regulations in early April, requiring exporters to acquir...
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    Vattenfall, partners launch a pilot project on bidirectional charging in Sweden
    Swedish energy company Vattenfall, Energy Bank and Scania Volkswagen Dealers have collaborated to launch a pilot project involving bidirectional charging to enhance grid efficiency, storage and access to fossil-free electricity. The move aims to address the anticipated rise in energy consumption over the next two decades as electric vehicle adoption increases.  The pilot project aims to utilize EV batteries for more than just driving, employing vehicle-to-home (V2H) and vehicle-to-g...
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    Interior insight: VW Taigo
    The compact sport utility vehicle (SUV) from Volkswagen has entered a competitive market, showcasing a design that aims to capture attention. However, does it deliver on the promise of a well-rounded interior? Sharing its platform with the Volkswagen T-Cross, the Taigo uses the MQB A0 architecture. Its sleek, coupe-like silhouette features a sloping roofline and a 66-mm height reduction, enhancing visual appeal while maintaining adequate interior space. The cabin offers options for body-color...
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    Nexen Tire supplies N'FERA Sport tires to ŠKODA Karoq SUV
    Nexen Tire announced that its ultrahigh-performance (UHP) summer tire, the N'FERA Sport, has been homologated to be supplied to the ŠKODA Karoq sport utility vehicle. The development underscores Nexen Tire's position as a supplier of premium, high-quality tires to major automotive brands and reflects the company's long-standing collaboration with the Czech car brand of the Volkswagen Group, which began with the ŠKODA Fabia and extended through to the ŠKODA Superb, Octavia,...
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    Volkswagen recalls over 5,600 ID. Buzz electric vans in US owing to an unusual design issue
    Volkswagen (VW) is recalling the model year 2025 ID. Buzz electric vans in the US owing to an unusual design issue. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the third-row seat of the electric van is wide enough to comfortably seat three persons, but it comes equipped with only two seat belts. This falls short of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208, which governs occupant crash protection. "Based on the third-row rear bench seating surface ...
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    VW subsidiary Scout Motors to use engines from VW’s Silao plant in Mexico
    Scout Motors, a subsidiary of Volkswagen, plans to use internal combustion engines (ICEs) that are produced at VW's manufacturing plant in Silao in Mexico, to extend the range of certain model variants. Although the specific engine model was not disclosed, it will be a naturally aspirated, non-turbocharged engine from Volkswagen's Bajío, Mexico, plant. The report, which cites VW CFO Arno Antlitz, said that Scout's strategy entails rolling out vehicles that are battery-electric vehicles ...
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    Power2Drive 2025: Elli to unveil new battery-buffered fast-charging solution
    Volkswagen Group’s electric vehicle charging brand Elli plans to unveil its all-new, battery-buffered charging solution called Flexpole Plus at the international industry trade fair Power2Drive in Munich, the company announced May 5. According to the company, the next generation battery-buffered fast-charging solution offers, among other features, advanced payment solutions and is ideal for fleet operations, corporations and charge-point operators (CPOs) with limited grid access. Fu...
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    Volkswagen unveils AI-powered ADAS system in China
    As reported in a press release on April 17, the Volkswagen Group is enhancing its local technology capabilities in China as part of its "In China, for China" strategy. At Auto Shanghai, Volkswagen will unveil its first AI-powered, highly automated driving system specifically designed for China's traffic conditions. This system is self-learning and engineered for safety and seamless driving, featuring a system-on-chip (SoC) that offers high computing power for rapid response to various driving sc...
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    Volkswagen introduces PAC-MAN game in select models
    Volkswagen is broadening its entertainment features within select vehicle models by introducing the PAC-MAN Championship Edition as part of the optional AirConsole03 In-Car App. This game can be played on the car's infotainment display while parked, using a smartphone as the controller. Volkswagen is pioneering by integrating the car's background lighting and, for certain ID. models, the ID. Light as an option to enhance the gaming experience. The interior lighting responds to the game, creating...
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    Horizon Robotics partners with Volkswagen on driver assistance tech
    Mainland China-based Horizon Robotics revealed a new collaboration with German automaker Volkswagen to enhance advanced driver assistance technologies, in a report published by Reuters on April 7. This partnership is set to integrate Horizon's Superdrive smart driving solution into Volkswagen models. This development comes through the cooperative efforts between Volkswagen's software unit, Cariad, and Carizon, a joint venture between Cariad and Horizon Robotics. The announcement emp...
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    Four subsidiaries of Schlote Group file for insolvency in Germany
    Automotive supplier Schlote Group filed for bankruptcy for its four German subsidiaries March 22. The four subsidiaries affected include Schlote Technology in Harsum, Schlote Gear and Drive Technology in Wernigerode, Schlote Brandenburg and Schlote Harzgerode, with the filings made at the district court in Hildesheim. This follows the bankruptcy of Schlote Holding GmbH, the parent company, in August 2024. The crisis was precipitated by the sudden revocation of roughly €20 million in credit ...
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    Kumho Tire expands OE tire supply to Volkswagen Group
    Kumho Tire has announced plans to expand its supply of original equipment (OE) tires to the Volkswagen Group. The South Korean tiremaker will start supplying tires for new Volkswagen Tiguan and Cupra Terramar midsize sport utility vehicles, which are based on Volkswagen's MQB platform. Kumho Tire will supply its ECSTA PS71 SUV tires for these models. The ECSTA PS71 SUV tires are known for their high-speed stability and a reinforced design that caters to the specific needs of SUVs. “We ar...
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    Volkswagen Group cooperates with Valeo and Mobileye to enhance driver assistance in future MQB vehicles
    As reported in a press release on March 25, Volkswagen Group has announced a collaboration with Valeo and Mobileye to upgrade the advanced driver assistance systems to Level 2+ for its future vehicles built on the MQB platform. The enhancement aims to increase safety and driving comfort in high-volume vehicles, aligning with customer expectations and regulatory demands. According to Dirk Große-Loheide, a member of the management board of the Volkswagen brand responsible for procurement, this...
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    Mobileye launches surround ADAS for mass-market vehicles
    As reported in a blog post on March 25, Mobileye has introduced Mobileye Surround ADAS, which utilizes a single Mobileye EyeQ6 High system-on-chip (SoC) to offer a vertically integrated, software-defined, hands-off eyes-on driving experience. This system utilizes advancements in AI to manage up to 11 sensors with a single electronic control unit (ECU), integrating features such as computer vision, sensor fusion, REM crowdsourced mapping and over-the-air updates. The innovation enabl...
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    Ecarx teams up with Volkswagen for global intelligent cockpit solutions
    Ecarx Technology, supported by Geely, has entered into a cooperation agreement with Volkswagen Group to deliver intelligent cockpit solutions for Volkswagen and ŠKODA brand vehicles across the globe, as reported by LatePost on March 7. This collaboration includes the provision of Ecarx's Antora 1000 computing platform and its Cloudpeak cross-domain software platform, targeting initial launches in Brazil and India before expanding to more markets. The Antora 1000 platform, which is Ecarx...
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    MOIA initiates autonomous vehicle tests in Oslo’s winter conditions
    As reported in a press release on March 6, MOIA, a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group, has embarked on a crucial phase of testing fully autonomous vehicles by initiating trials of the ID. Buzz AD in Oslo's harsh winter conditions since the start of 2025. This move extends MOIA's exploration of autonomous driving technology to environments characterized by snow, ice and subzero temperatures, thereby widening its test locations to include Austin, Texas; Munich and Hamburg, Germany; and n...
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    Volkswagen Group recalls over 60,000 electric cars in the US
    Volkswagen Group has initiated a recall for over 60,000 cars in the US due to a failure in displaying the gear position, potentially leading to vehicles rolling away if the parking brake is not engaged. This recall, announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), specifically affects an estimated 60,490 electric cars, including certain models of the 2021–2023 Volkswagen ID.4 as well as the 2022–2023 Audi Q4 e-Tron and Q4 e-Tron Sportback. The problem was first ide...
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    Volkswagen and Dassault Systèmes forge transformative partnership
    Dassault Systèmes and Volkswagen Group have entered into a significant partnership aimed at revolutionizing the latter's digital infrastructure for cutting-edge vehicle development. Announced Feb. 4, this strategic alliance will see the implementation of Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform across Volkswagen Group's operations. The platform, chosen to operate on the cloud, is set to become the primary engineering and manufacturing platform for the group. It will be used by engineers, desig...
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    Volkswagen equips all-electric ID.7 fastback with Continental's EcoContact 7 S tires
    Volkswagen is equipping its all-electric ID.7 fastback with the EcoContact 7 S tires from Continental, the Germany-based tiremaker said in a press release on Feb. 27. The innovative tires, designed specifically for electric vehicles, come with exclusive global original equipment approval in the 21-inch size. The EcoContact 7 S distinguishes itself with several key features that align with the needs of EVs: Superior energy efficiency, minimal rolling noise, extended mileage and precise handl...
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    CATL and Volkswagen form strategic battery development partnership
    Mainland Chinese battery-maker CATL and German automaker Volkswagen have entered into a strategic collaboration on electric vehicle battery technology, as announced by CATL. Under a memorandum of understanding (MOU), the partnership will focus on advancing research and development in the battery sector, incorporating new materials, and enhancing component development. Volkswagen China, in a distinct declaration regarding the agreement, emphasized its commitment to collaboratively work with CA...
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    Targa Telematics partners with Volkswagen for advanced fleet data solutions
    Targa Telematics, a provider of IoT and digital solutions for connected mobility, has formed a strategic partnership with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG to enhance its data solutions for fleet operators. This collaboration will include dynamic vehicle data from Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Audi, Škoda, Seat, and Cupra, allowing Targa Telematics to integrate vehicle data from these six brands into its platform. This integration aims to offer new mobility services...
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    Volkswagen plans to merge its EV charging and fueling services subsidiaries
    The Volkswagen Group plans to merge its electric vehicle charging and refueling service businesses into a single unit to lay the foundation for future growth by offering seamless mobility services and an expanded range of solutions to both business and private customers transitioning to electric mobility, VW’s charging service provider Elli announced Jan. 15. As part of this move, VW will merge LOGPAY Transport Services GmbH, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Financial Services AG, and the mobilit...
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    Xpeng, Volkswagen plan to jointly build EV charging network in Greater China
    Xpeng Motors and Volkswagen (VW) have signed another memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on building an electric vehicle charging network in Greater China, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on Jan. 6. Under the MOU, the two companies plan to build one of the largest superfast-charging networks in the world's largest EV market, the report said, adding that more than 20,000 EV charging piles that are already operated by the two companies combined in Greater China wil...
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    Volkswagen buys 9.9% stake in Vancouver-based Patriot Battery Metals for $48 million
    PowerCo SE, Volkswagen Group’s battery company, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Vancouver-based Patriot Battery Metals Inc. to ensure a long-term supply of lithium raw materials through a binding offtake commitment, Volkswagen announced Dec. 18. According to the company, this is the first investment for PowerCo and Volkswagen in the lithium supply chain, underlining PowerCo’s ambition to execute on its vertical integration strategy that includes operations from mining to...
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    PowerCo partners with AVL for new battery lab in Germany
    AVL, a global mobility technology company, has been contracted by PowerCo, Volkswagen Group's battery subsidiary, to plan and equip a new battery testing laboratory in Salzgitter, Germany, the company announced in a press release. The new testing lab is scheduled to be completed in 2025. This collaboration aims to harness the latest technologies for testing battery cells, marking a significant step in the partnership between PowerCo and AVL. The Salzgitter facility will focus on testing batte...
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    Škoda Auto celebrates 1 millionth battery system production milestone at Mladá Boleslav plant in Czechia
    Škoda Auto has reached a significant milestone by producing its 1 millionth battery system at its main plant in Mladá Boleslav, Czechia. The Volkswagen (VW) Group-owned company initiated its battery production journey in 2019 with the launch of high-voltage traction batteries for the Superb iV, a plug-in hybrid model. The focus has since shifted to exclusively manufacturing larger battery systems for fully electric vehicles utilizing the modular electric drive mix (MEB) platform, with a dai...
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    MediaTek expands into India's automotive sector with Dimensity Auto platform
    MediaTek, a Taiwan-based semiconductor company, is now making significant strides in the Indian automotive sector with its Dimensity Auto platform, Autocar Professional reported Nov. 30. This platform is at the heart of the integrated digital signal processors (DSPs) that enable vivid graphics and stereo sound outputs in select models by Tata Motors and ŠKODA in India. The Dimensity Auto platform is designed to support the growing trend toward electric vehicles and software-defined vehicles ...
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    Volkswagen-SAIC Group extend their JV agreement until 2040 in Greater China
    Europe’s largest carmaker Volkswagen (VW) has extended its joint venture agreement with SAIC Motor until 2040 in Greater China, securing the strategic partnership for a longer duration as it realigns its approach in the world’s largest electric vehicle market, VW announced Nov. 27. The original JV agreement between VW and SAIC was valid until 2030. The extension of this partnership with SAIC not only strengthens the 40-year collaboration between the two companies but is also aligned wi...
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    Volkswagen launches redesigned 2025 Tiguan in US with advanced lighting and interior features
    Volkswagen of America has launched the redesigned model year 2025 Tiguan sport utility vehicle in the US, featuring significant updates in style, power and fuel efficiency. The third-generation Tiguan, built on the MQB evo platform, sports a bold and expressive exterior design with a higher and more powerful nose than the second-generation Tiguan, as well as slimmer headlights, an LED light bar and an illuminated logo that creates a distinctive light signature. Inside, the Tiguan sp...
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    Rivian and VW Group JV commence operations
    Rivian and VW Group Technology, the joint venture established by Rivian Automotive and the Volkswagen Group (VW) in June, formally commenced operations on Nov. 13. The JV aims to develop next-generation electrical architecture and software technology for the future electric vehicles of both companies. It will leverage Rivian's software and electrical hardware technology with VW Group's global scale and vehicle platform competencies. The JV will be coled by Wassym Bensaid from Rivian and Carst...
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    Bentley unveils new Beyond100+ strategy; plans to launch first luxury electric SUV in 2026
    Bentley Motors has announced an extension to its Beyond100 business strategy. The new strategy, called Beyond100+, moves the luxury-car maker’s electrification ambition beyond 2030 to 2035. At the heart of this strategy is Bentley’s plans to launch its first battery-electric vehicle (BEV) in 2026, which the carmaker expects to create an entirely new market segment — the world's first true Luxury Urban sport utility vehicle. This launch is part of Bentley's broader initiative to introduc...
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    TomTom and Volkswagen Group's Cariad introduce advanced navigation solution for Audi EVs
    TomTom will start supplying its next-generation navigation solution, developed in collaboration with the Volkswagen Group’s (VW) software subsidiary Cariad, to premium electric vehicle models from Audi. The navigation solution, seamlessly integrated into the vehicle’s platform, provides cohesive operations across infotainment and most advanced driver assistance systems. This collaboration leverages TomTom's cloud-native navigation software to provide features such as lane-level routing an...
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    5GAA showcases latest cellular vehicle-to-everything technologies in Berlin
    The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) showcased the latest developments in cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) technologies in Berlin last week, the association said in a press release on Oct. 28. The demonstrations highlighted the capabilities of 5G-vehicle-to-everything (5G-V2X) in facilitating new applications across a diverse set of stakeholders including automakers, service providers and mobile network operators. A notable achievement was the integration of 5G-V2X Direct technology in ...
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    QuantumScape begins shipping its first B-sample cells for automotive customer testing
    Volkswagen-backed solid-state battery technology company QuantumScape has started producing and shipping the first set of its B-sample cells for automotive customer testing. In a letter to shareholders released Oct. 23, the company said that it has begun producing low volumes of its first B-sample cells, accomplishing its most important goal for 2024. These B-sample cells are of QuantumScape’s first commercial product, QSE-5, and carry an energy density of over 800 watt-hours per liter (Wh/...
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    Volkswagen introduces new collision-avoidance alerts in model year 2024 and 2025 vehicles in US
    Volkswagen of America has integrated new collision-avoidance alerts into most of its model year (MY) 2024 and MY 2025 vehicles equipped with the necessary technology. These alerts are designed to warn Volkswagen drivers of oncoming roadside hazards and inform certain oncoming vehicles of a disabled Volkswagen vehicle. This feature will be included at no additional charge with VW Car-Net Safe & Secure subscriptions starting later this fall. Volkswagen is the first automaker in the US to in...
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    Volkswagen’s Scout Motors to offer internal combustion engine pickups in addition to electric SUVs
    Volkswagen’s (VW's) US-bound pickup truck brand Scout Motors plans to offer extended-range (EREV) versions of its pickup models featuring a small gasoline engine, in addition to electric sport utility vehicles, according to a news report published by Reuters on Oct. 24. The company unveiled a concept electric SUV and a pickup truck on Thursday (Oct. 24). The announcement comes amid increasing focus on hybrid vehicles, which continue to see a sharp surge in demand as consumers stay away f...
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    Thyssenkrupp and Volkswagen commit to low-carbon steel supply
    At the International Suppliers Fair (IZB) in Wolfsburg, Germany, thyssenkrupp Steel and Volkswagen Group signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) regarding the future supply of low-carbon steel, produced at thyssenkrupp Steel's direct reduction plant set to be operational by 2027. This plant will utilize hydrogen and green electricity, enabling a substantial reduction in carbon footprint compared to conventional steel production methods. Initially, natural gas will be used as a reducing age...
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    Kirchhoff Automotive to unveil new safety technologies at IZB
    Kirchhoff Automotive is set to showcase its latest advancements in lightweight construction and safety at the International Suppliers Fair (IZB) in Wolfsburg, Germany's Allerpark from Oct. 22 to 24. Operating under the theme MAKING.MOBILITY.SAFE and emphasizing Empowering Partnerships, the company will present the outcomes of collaborative efforts with Volkswagen AG (VW). This event will serve as a platform for VW suppliers, board members, purchasers and developers to discuss innovations...
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    AMS Osram unveils next-gen EVIYOS multipixel LED for automotive lighting
    AMS Osram has introduced the next-generation of its EVIYOS multipixel LED, called EVIYOS HD 25 gen2, for use in adaptive driving beam (ADB) and projection headlamps. This release aligns with the company's strategy, promising further product launches, including a variant of the EVIYOS LED tailored for low-end and midrange vehicles in the coming years. The EVIYOS HD 25 gen2 offers enhanced brightness and reduces starry light emissions compared with the first-generation EVIYOS LED. While the ori...
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    Porsche recalls over 27,500 Taycan electric sedans to address short-circuit risk in battery modules
    Porsche is recalling 27,527 Taycan electric sedans in the US to address the risk of a short circuit in the battery modules. The recall affects model year 2020 through 2024 Taycans, produced between Oct. 21, 2019, and Feb. 1, 2024. According to the documents filed by the German sports-car maker with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the affected vehicles may experience a short circuit within the battery modules, which could lead to a fire. The battery packs were suppl...
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    Hesai Technology partners with SAIC Volkswagen to advance automotive Lidar ecosystem
    Lidar specialist Hesai Technology has announced a strategic cooperation framework with SAIC Volkswagen. This partnership will establish a new ecosystem for the automotive industry, leveraging Hesai's cutting-edge Lidar products and technology at its core. SAIC Volkswagen, a joint venture between SAIC Group and Volkswagen Group, has been a key vehicle manufacturer in mainland China for more than 40 years since its inception in 1984. The JV sold 1.2 million cars in 2023. Hesai is a key suppl...
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    Volkswagen partners with Google Cloud to integrate GenAI into myVW app
    Volkswagen of America has announced a strategic partnership with Google Cloud to incorporate generative AI into the myVW mobile app, the company said in a press release on Sept. 24. The German automaker is leveraging Google Cloud’s AI and machine learning capabilities as well as expertise of Google Cloud Consulting to power its new myVW Virtual Assistant and offer vehicle owners intuitive access to critical vehicle information and services. Volkswagen is currently offering AI-powered Virtual A...
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    Hyundai and Škoda partner for hydrogen mobility ecosystem
    Hyundai Motor Co. and Škoda Group have embarked on a collaborative journey articulated through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed during the Korea-Czech Republic Business Summit in Prague, targeting the development of a hydrogen mobility ecosystem. The collaboration aims to expedite the adoption of hydrogen, thereby propelling advancements in hydrogen technology and bolstering carbon neutrality globally, notably in the Czech Republic. Both parties have expressed a commitment to ...
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    Bridgestone develops Potenza Sport A ultra-high-performance tires for new Audi e-tron GT family
    Audi has selected Bridgestone to develop bespoke ultra-high-performance (UHP) tires for the new Audi e-tron GT family, the Japanese tiremaker said in a press release on Sept. 17. Bridgestone has finalized its Potenza Sport A tire as an original equipment tire for the new Audi e-tron GT.  Designed to offer optimal handling, performance and ride comfort for the Audi e-tron GT, the Potenza Sport A tire features a unique tread design and reinforcement technology. It has been rigorously teste...
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    Volkswagen pauses sales and production of ID.4 electric SUVs in US amid recall for defective door handles
    Volkswagen (VW) has halted sales and temporarily ceased production of the ID.4 electric SUV at its Chattanooga plant in Tennessee, US, following a recall due to potentially defective door handles. The recall, prompted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), was issued after discovering that water could infiltrate the electronic door handles, causing a short-circuit that might lead to the doors opening while the vehicle is in motion. With no immediate solution for the door ...
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    Volkswagen to operationalize Salzgitter, Germany, battery plant with 50% capacity amid cost pressures
    German carmaker Volkswagen’s (VW's) battery unit PowerCo will build just one of the two planned production lines at its Salzgitter, Germany, plant amid mounting cost pressure and a global slowdown in the demand for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), according to a news report published by Reuters on Sept. 6. The report cited an unnamed member of VW’s works council. According to the source, Group Technology Chief Thomas Schmall gave a presentation to the staff members last week, divulg...
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