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    From ‘eyes-off’ hype to ‘hands-free’ reality: Premium OEMs bet big on L2+
    While automakers from China to North America have publicly confirmed their intentions to pursue Level 3, others most notably the early adopter German premiums are subtly easing off their Level 3 ambitions as their latest Level 2+ systems come to market. BMW, Mercedes‑Benz and Stellantis all went to market with highly publicized Level 3 plans, and both German automakers have Level 3 systems in market today in very limited availability. But each has discovered that the combination of high cos...
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    BEV-native leadership and established OEM transition in SDV readiness
    The recent adoption by many original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of an electrical/electronic (E/E) architecture based on zone controllers supporting a software-defined vehicle (SDV) is slowly replacing distributed electronic control architectures that rely on small pieces of control code housed and distributed widely inside isolated electronic control units (ECUs). This new approach centralizes the hardware processing and memory in fewer, more powerful control units that will house functional...
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    Volkswagen presents prototype of an autonomous charging robot in Dresden
    Volkswagen presented a prototype autonomous charging robot in Dresden, Germany, marking the public debut of a system designed to support electric vehicle charging infrastructure in urban areas. The robot is being developed with the Mobility Data Space of Dresden-based research institute Fraunhofer IVI as part of the MOBILITIES for EU project, funded under the EU’s Horizon Europe program. The initiative is tied to Smart City Dresden’s plans to create a sustainable mobility concept for the ...
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    VW Group and TU Braunschweig, Germany, agree to establish AI methods in product development professorship to strengthen mobility research
    Volkswagen Group (VW) and Technische Universität (TU) Braunschweig will establish a professorship in AI Methods for Product Development to strengthen mobility research and speed up the transfer of academic work into industry. Based at TU Braunschweig’s Institute of Engineering Design, the chair will focus on AI applications, including virtual product development, mechatronic systems, autonomous driving functions and analysis of real-world vehicle data. The professorship will work closely w...
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    Samsung SDI signs large-scale battery supply contract with Volkswagen
    Samsung SDI is preparing to supply Volkswagen Group with its standardized electric vehicle batteries, expanding its presence in Europe’s fast-evolving EV supply chain. The South Korean battery-maker is modifying production lines at its Göd plant in Hungary to manufacture Volkswagen’s Unified Cell, a prismatic battery format designed for use across multiple brands and models. Equipment installation is already underway, with mass production expected to begin in 2027, according to industry ...
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    Scania showcases early V2G through megawatt charging for heavy electric trucks
    Scania has demonstrated one of the world's first vehicle-to-grid (V2G) implementations for heavy commercial vehicles using Megawatt Charging System (MCS), marking an important step toward integrating heavy electric transport into the wider energy system. The demonstration showed how battery-electric trucks can provide more than transport services by using bidirectional charging to support the power grid with flexibility services such as peak shaving, grid balancing and energy storage. As the ...
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    Gotion High-Tech receives €92 million from Spain to set up battery manufacturing facilities
    Leading mainland Chinese battery manufacturer Gotion High-Tech has received €92 million from Spain's PERTE VEC program to support two battery-related projects in Valladolid, consolidating Spain's position as one of Europe's hubs for the electric vehicle value chain and reinforcing mainland China's industrial advance on the continent. Gotion High-Tech has provisionally obtained this amount from PERTE VEC to develop two major industrial projects in Valladolid, with a combined investment excee...
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    Workers protest at German supplier IAV’s headquarters over plans to cut up to 1,400 jobs
    On May 12, hundreds of workers gathered outside the Berlin headquarters of Volkswagen-backed automotive supplier IAV GmbH to protest plans to cut up to 1,400 jobs, marking the latest flashpoint in Germany's strained auto sector. The protest, organized by the IG Metall union, was directed against job cuts in Germany by mid-2027, including the effective closure of IAV's Berlin site, which would affect about 1,250 employees. Volkswagen holds a 50% stake in IAV, which employs about 5,500 people a...
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    Ohme integrates with Volkswagen to offer home charging across six VW brands in the UK
    Ohme has announced a new integration with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG that aims to make home charging easier, smarter and more affordable for electric vehicle drivers across six Volkswagen (VW) Group brands. This collaboration builds on Ohme's existing partnership with the VW Group in the UK and Ireland and introduces a dedicated official application programming interface for all Ohme users. Through this development, EV owners can now pair their EVs directly with Ohme home chargers a...
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    Auto China 2026: ThunderSoft debuts AquaDrive AIOS 2.1 for AI-defined vehicles
    At Auto China 2026 in Beijing, ThunderSoft officially unveiled AquaDrive AIOS 2.1, described as the industry's first unified experience architecture that consolidates cockpit, autonomous driving (advanced driver assistance system), navigation and AI Agents. The solution is presented as marking a pivotal paradigm shift from software-defined vehicles (SDVs) to AI-defined vehicles (AIDV). AquaDrive AIOS 2.1 is built on a full-stack AI-native four-layer architecture (Data-Model-System-Applic...
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    Continental supplies original equipment tires for new Volkswagen T-Roc compact SUV
    Continental is supplying tires for the new Volkswagen T-Roc compact sport-utility vehicle (SUV). The Germany-based tire manufacturer has received original equipment approval for the EcoContact 7 S and the EcoContact 7 in sizes ranging from 16 to 19 inches. For the T-Roc SUV, Volkswagen also recommends the WinterContact TS 870 P for colder seasons and the AllSeasonContact 2 as an all-season option. The EcoContact 7 summer tire features a special rubber compound and the smart energy c...
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    MOIA America and Beep partner to deploy autonomous public transit fleets in US markets
    MOIA America, an autonomous mobility technology company within the Volkswagen Group, and Beep, a deployer of shared autonomous mobility services in the US, announced a strategic partnership to introduce autonomous mobility for public transit operators in multiple US markets over the next decade, beginning in Orlando, Florida. Through this partnership, MOIA America will provide the MOIA brand's turnkey autonomous mobility solution, which includes a purpose-built, autonomous-ready ID. Buzz vehicle...
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    Volkswagen Group unveils smart mobility expansion and agentic AI road map for mainland China
    At the Auto China 2026 in Beijing, the Volkswagen Group presented a major expansion into smart mobility, unveiling a refreshed model portfolio with four global premieres. The new lineup is based on the "in China, for China" strategy, with design, digital cockpit services and advanced driver assistance systems tailored specifically for mainland Chinese customers. The group also launched its Agentic AI for All road map, built on the new, scalable China Electronic Architecture (CEA), which will int...
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    Hankook Tire’s Laufenn secures orders to supply S FIT2 tire to new ŠKODA Octavia in Europe
    Hankook Tire announced that its associate brand Laufenn will supply its second-generation summer performance tire S FIT2 as original equipment (OE) for the ŠKODA Octavia in Europe. The Octavia is a key model of ŠKODA, the Czech car brand of the Volkswagen Group, developed on the Group's Modular Transverse Toolkit (MQB) platform. The agreement marks Laufenn's first OE partnership with a European automaker, signaling its entry into the OE market. Hankook Tire developed the S FIT2 in close tec...
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    Volkswagen, Elli to launch V2G services in Q4 2026 for EV customers in Germany
    Volkswagen, together with Elli, the energy and mobility brand of Europe's largest carmaker, is preparing the market launch of a fully integrated vehicle-to-grid (V2G) offer for private customers in Germany. Starting from the fourth quarter of 2026, Volkswagen customers will be able to do more than charge their electric vehicles: they will also be able to integrate them into the energy system and generate additional revenue. Pre-registration for the offer will be available from June, with furt...
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    Volkswagen unveils ID.3 Neo electric compact car with extended range and upgraded design
    Volkswagen has unveiled the ID.3 Neo as the successor to the ID.3, presented with a new name and extensive enhancements. The exterior features a new vehicle front design based on Volkswagen's Pure Positive design language and a new light design. The new efficient drive system, combined with the largest of three available batteries, enables a range of up to 630 kilometers, as per Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP). Presales of the electric compact model will begin in German...
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    How the hatchback got heavy
    In 1974, when the first Volkswagen Golf rolled off the line, it was meant to be a sensible car for sensible Europeans. Now, after half a century, it has become a rolling ledger of Brussels’ ambition. The model has accumulated weight, complexity and cost with each wave of regulation, from the earliest crash standards and pedestrian-protection measures to mandated airbags and antilock braking systems (ABS) in 2004 and electronic stability control in 2011. To trace its bill of materials is to rea...
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    MOIA America and Uber begin testing autonomous ID. Buzz robo-taxis in Los Angeles
    Volkswagen subsidiary MOIA America and Uber have begun testing autonomous microbuses in Los Angeles as they move toward launching a robo-taxi service by late 2026. The commercial service will use autonomous versions of Volkswagen's electric ID. Buzz minivan, and Los Angeles is the first of multiple US cities where they plan to roll out the service over the next decade. Testing in Los Angeles will begin in the next few weeks with about 10 autonomous ID. Buzz vehicles, and the production version o...
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    US battery recycling company Ascend Elements files for bankruptcy
    Ascend Elements said on April 10 that it has started Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in the US, affecting investors who had invested nearly $900 million in the company. Linh Austin, Ascend's CEO, announced the decision in a post on LinkedIn late Thursday (April 9) night, stating that the company faced insurmountable financial challenges. Ascend's filing comes amid a softening market for electric vehicles in the US and was likely compounded by the Trump administration's decision to c...
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    Volkswagen Group subsidiary PowerCo appoints René Reif as new COO
    Volkswagen (VW) Group’s subsidiary PowerCo SE has appointed René Reif as its new COO and member of the executive board with effect from April 1, the company announced March 25. This decision was approved by the supervisory board of PowerCo, VW said in a note, adding that Reif has been working for PowerCo since 2025 and was most recently responsible for the construction of the St. Thomas gigafactory in Canada. Previously, Reif worked for Daimler AG for over 30 years in mul...
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    Volkswagen recalls nearly 100,000 EVs over battery module issues
    Volkswagen is reportedly recalling nearly 100,000 electric vehicles due to issues related to battery modules, with approximately 28,000 of these vehicles located in Germany. This recall affects nearly 75,000 vehicles from Volkswagen's ID. series and about 20,000 Cupra Borns that were manufactured between February 2022 and August 2024. The problem stems from battery modules that do not meet specifications, which can lead to reduced range and pose a fire risk. As part of the recall process, ...
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    Octo partners with Volkswagen Group Info Services for fleet data integration
    Octo and Volkswagen Group Info Services AG have announced a partnership aimed at integrating vehicle data from six Volkswagen Group brands into Octo's platform. This collaboration is designed to enhance fleet data services across the EU by allowing secure integration of data from Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, ŠKODA, Seat, Cupra and Audi. This integration supports usage cases such as utilization, maintenance and geo-location without the need for additional hardware. ...
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    Volkswagen Group commissions its first large-scale battery storage facility in Salzgitter
    Volkswagen Group has expanded its business model to include stationary energy infrastructure with the completion of its first large-scale battery storage system in Salzgitter, Germany. Developed by the Group's energy subsidiary, Elli, the facility has a 20-megawatt output and a 40-megawatt-hour storage capacity, marking Elli's entry into the energy storage and trading markets. Performance tests for trading on the European Power Exchange (EPEX SPOT) are underway. This project is a...
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    Xpeng and Volkswagen partner for VLA 2.0 autonomous driving system debut in China
    Xpeng has announced the global delivery of its second-generation Vision-Language-Action autonomous driving system, VLA 2.0, set for 2027, with Volkswagen as the inaugural launch partner in China. In February, Xpeng will roll out the XOS 5.8.7 over-the-air update to existing vehicle owners in Europe. At a launch event in Amsterdam, Xpeng showcased the VLA 2.0 architecture and discussed its global deployment strategy. VLA 2.0 is marked by an end-to-end vision-to-action architecture that elimina...
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    ŠKODA opens largest BEV battery assembly facility in Volkswagen Group at Mladá Boleslav
    ŠKODA has inaugurated a new battery systems assembly hall in Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic, becoming the largest battery-electric vehicle (BEV) battery system manufacturer within the Volkswagen Group. This €205 million investment highlights the strategic importance of ŠKODA's plant and enhances synergies within the Brand Group Core. The facility strengthens the European battery value chain to ensure a stable supply of battery systems for models across various Group brands. The prod...
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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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