On June 23, CARIAD announced that it has opened a new Automotive Software Campus in Berlin, Germany.
Around 1,000 experts will work there on AI technologies for SDVs, including systems for automated driving and AI-based voice assistants used across VW Group models. The campus aims to strengthen VW’s in-house software

On June 5, CARIAD announced that it has developed scalable software for a pulse inverter, which VW Group is using for the first time in its Electric Urban Car Family models.
The inverter changes DC power into AC in real time, depending on how much power is required and what the system can safely provide. The process

On May 29, CARIAD announced that it has developed ID.Software 6, a new Android-based infotainment system (Android Automotive OS) that runs faster and supports many apps directly in the car. It includes an in-car Application Store where users can download apps without needing a smartphone.
CARIAD worked with HARMAN to

On May 20, CARIAD announced that it has developed the Integrated Driver Assistance Display (IFA) for Audi vehicles. It turns sensor and map data into a clear, real-time view of the surroundings in the driver’s display. IFA starts automatically when the car moves and cannot be turned off, ensuring constant support whi

On April 14, CARIAD developed a new feature in collaboration with Audi that automatically selects the best driving mode using an intelligent algorithm. It analyzes road type and driving conditions in real time.
The system controls many vehicle functions such as steering, suspension, transmission, and acceleration. In

On March 17, CARIAD announced that eCall feature has improved emergency response times and helped save lives since it was introduced. However, mobile networks are changing. Older 2G and 3G networks are being shut down as operators move to 4G and 5G. If a car only supports 2G/3G, it may lose connection in areas withou

On March 10, VW Group announced its plans to cut about 50,000 jobs in Germany by 2030 to reduce costs during its presentation of its 2025 annual results. The job cuts will affect brands including VW, Audi, Porsche, and CARIAD. As part of this plan, the Group will also reduce annual production capacity of 700,000 unit

On March 4, CARIAD announced that it has developed Evasive Steering Assist to improve road safety and help prevent accidents. The system activates when a collision is about to happen, and the driver does not react in time. It supports the driver by helping the vehicle avoid a crash.
The system only activates when it

On February 24, CARIAD announced that its Cloud Foundation which is the base of the company’s cloud system and supports connected vehicle and customer services. The Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) runs on Microsoft Azure. It allows applications to be deployed automatically, securely, and worldwide.
It helps product team

On February 20, CARIAD and NIRA Dynamics developed the system, which uses friction data from vehicles to measure how well tires grip the road. Every day, they analyze millions of data points from connected cars in real time. The system can detect slippery roads even before weather apps show warnings. Drivers receive

On February 18, German media reported that the Volkswagen Group will delay the launch of Scout Motors vehicles in the U.S. from 2027 to at least 2028, due to a combination of technical issues and existing financial obligations, citing people familiar with the matter.
In response, a Scout spokesperson, on a forum esta

On February 12, CARIAD announced that it is developing Level 2, Level 2++, and Level 3/4 driver assistance systems for China with its Chinese partner Horizon Robotics JV CARIZON. VW Group will also use its first self-designed system-on-chip (SoC), built with Horizon Robotics, to power future ADAS technologies.
In 202

On February 5, CARIAD developed a new Soft Stop function designed to deliver extremely smooth braking, with no jerks, no noise, and high efficiency. The function replaces the traditional braking approach with intelligent software. Instead of directly applying the driver’s brake input, the system recalculates how the

On January 28, VW Group China announced that it has started production of ID. UNYX 07, which is the first vehicle built on the new China Electronic Architecture (CEA), its first zonal electronic system. The model marks Volkswagen’s move into full SDV production in China, developed specifically for Chinese customers.

On January 22, CARIAD developed a new feature that can turn a car’s interior into a relaxing space, a work area, or a sporty cockpit, depending on the driver’s needs. These “experience worlds” are built on Android Automotive OS, making them easy to use across different vehicle types and equipment levels.
The system i

On January 14, CARIAD announced that its US and Germany teams has built their own MQTT (Message Queuing Telemetry Transport) broker tailored to VW Group needs. It handles millions of cars sending messages at the same time without performance issues. The system is designed for scale and reliability, ensuring data such

On January 8, Volkswagen Group and Qualcomm Technologies announced the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) for a long-term supply agreement to deliver advanced infotainment and connectivity capabilities powered by Snapdragon Digital Chassis solutions. 
Qualcomm Technologies will serve as Volkswagen Group’s primary te

On January 5, CARIAD announced that it will use TomTom Orbis Maps as a key part of its automated driving systems. The map provides accurate, up-to-date location data, helping vehicles better understand their surroundings and make safer driving decisions.
These maps act as an extra software layer that works alongside

On December 22, CARIAD announced that it has filed more than 1,000 patents in 2025. The company recorded a 17% increase in new patent applications, with over 250 patents filed worldwide, marking its highest annual total so far.
Most of the patents focus on automated driving, digital user experience, cloud and connect

On December 17, CARIAD unveiled a research project that focuses on creating models that better imitate human driving behavior in various complex traffic scenarios. These models run in the vehicle to test how different driving decisions affect the behavior of nearby road users.
The models are based on reinforcement le