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Get the latest updates on Volkswagen’s electric journey. From ID. series EVs and concept reveals to software updates and global strategy, this category covers everything VW is doing in the world of electric vehicles. Stay informed on how one of the world’s biggest automakers is shaping the future of mobility.

With Wassym at the Helm, Rivian and VW Gear Up for Next-Gen EVs

Rivian and Volkswagen Group are teaming up in a big way, launching a joint venture called “Rivian and VW Group Technology, LLC.” Together, they’re putting up to $5.8 billion on the table to speed up EV development, cut costs, and create some impressive new electric vehicle technology. This partnership combines Rivian’s software expertise with Volkswagen’s massive manufacturing power and vehicle platform know-how—pretty much a match made in EV heaven. Leading this effort are Rivian’s Wassym Bensaid and Volkswagen’s Carsten Helbing.…

How Rivian’s Software Architecture Will Power VW’s New Scout EV Lineup

Volkswagen’s new EV brand, Scout Motors, confirmed it will use the software and zonal architecture developed through the Rivian and VW Group joint venture for its first vehicles, set for production in 2027. This joint tech platform, initially intended to power most VW vehicles, will also be integral to Scout’s models, marking a big milestone in the $5 billion Rivian-VW partnership expected to be finalized by year’s end. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, Rivian’s Chief Software Officer, Wassym Bensaid, shared that…

Volkswagen’s $5 billion Rivian Partnership Sparks Tension Within Cariad Software Division

Volkswagen’s recent $5 billion joint venture with Rivian has caused unrest within its software division, Cariad. The partnership, announced in June, came after delays and budget overruns at Cariad pushed back the release of key VW, Audi, and Porsche models by nearly two years. Peter Bosch, tasked with turning around Cariad, and his team were excluded from the negotiations, further intensifying concerns within the division. Cariad employees, unaware of the deal until it became public, now face uncertainty about their…

German Antitrust Body Approves Volkswagen-Rivian Joint Venture

The German antitrust body has approved the joint venture between Volkswagen Group and Rivian, marking a significant milestone for the collaboration to advance electric vehicle technology and software. This strategic partnership involves Volkswagen investing up to $5 billion in Rivian, with an initial investment of $1 billion followed by subsequent investments over the next few years. The joint venture will focus on developing next-generation electrical and electronic architecture and software-defined vehicles. Volkswagen plans to leverage Rivian’s existing technology to accelerate…

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Announce Transformative Joint Venture

In a bold move poised to reshape the electric vehicle (EV) landscape, Rivian and Volkswagen Group have unveiled a groundbreaking joint venture. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the EV market by leveraging Rivian’s cutting-edge software and zonal electronics platform alongside Volkswagen’s expansive global reach and operational expertise. Rivian is set to receive a substantial $5 billion in capital through this partnership. This funding will be instrumental in supporting the production of Rivian’s upcoming R2 vehicle, as well as other next-generation…