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

On December 16, Embotech, Switzerland, and CARIAD announced that they have completed a proof of concept showing that Embotech’s Automated Vehicle Marshalling (AVM) system works smoothly with CARIAD’s software. The test was carried out using a Volkswagen ID.3.
The results show that production-ready autonomous driving

On October 22, Audi relaunched the myAudi app, now featuring artificial intelligence for the first time. With a fresh, user-friendly design, the app offers smarter and easier access to Audi’s digital services. It also includes a new chatbot, improved route planning, and a Digital Key.
Co-developed with CARIAD, the ap

On October 14, CARIAD announced that it has developed software with Porsche that uses a 6D inertial measurement unit (IMU) and several other sensors to precisely track the car’s movements and the damper conditions.
The software processes around 300 signals and runs in real time on a microcontroller. CARIAD designed i

On September 11, CARIAD developed a software that leads this change by driving innovation, guiding customer decisions, and giving Volkswagen Group a strong advantage. The key to this transformation is the Group Software Stack, a toolkit of core software technologies and architectures used across brands and regions.
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On September 8, CARIAD announced that it has started using Agentic AI systems for autonomous digital agents within the car’s ecosystem i.e., digital assistants turn the car into a smart companion. 
Using AI and machine learning, they interact with drivers, give suggestions, and make the experience more personal, intu

On September 10, CARIAD and Volkswagen Group Technology developed their first in-house pulse inverter over the last three years, redesigning both hardware and software. The inverter acts as the brain of an electric drivetrain. It is the most complex and expensive part of the E-Drive and key to improving overall perfo

On September 3, CARIAD and DXC Technology, US, created a new testing framework for Volkswagen Group’s automated driving systems. It lets engineers simulate real traffic conditions from bad weather to sudden lane changes.
The system speeds up validation by turning complex scenarios into clear, consistent formats that

On September 1, VW Group announced that it will showcase its latest innovations at IAA Mobility in Munich from September 7-12, 2025. With new model debuts, advanced technologies, and smart mobility ideas, VW and its brands are setting the direction for the future of mobility.
Opening (September 7): As the media previ

On August 11, CARIAD and Bosch strengthened their automated driving alliance with advanced AI for Level 2 and 3 driving software. The goal is to create smarter driver assistance systems that behave more like human drivers.
First versions are already in test fleets, being refined daily with large data sets. A producti

On July 25, CARIAD developed a smart EV routing system that removes range anxiety by automatically adding charging stops and adjusting routes on the go.
The cloud-based software uses data from the vehicle and online sources. It considers past energy use, current driving style, road conditions, and weather. It also us

On July 16, CARIAD announced that it is building a shared digital platform for all Volkswagen Group brands, including Audi, Porsche, and Volkswagen. This platform supports the creation and delivery of connected car features across the entire fleet.
With internet-connected vehicles, new features and updates such as na

On July 11, CARIAD announced that it is working on an AI-based tool, i.e., Predictive Maintenance, that helps detect future vehicle issues before they happen.
Using machine learning, the system analyzes vehicle data to spot signs of wear early. It compares the data to a healthy component using over 200 key indicators

On June 26, CARIAD collaborated with the Fraunhofer Institute for Digital Media Technology (IDMT), for developing advanced acoustic sensing tech under the project "The Hearing Car." This work is part of a broader research project called KI4Boardnet, focused on the future of vehicle electronics and sensors.
To test th

On June 18, CARIAD announced that it has filed over 100 patent applications in the last year with the German Patent Office. When it was founded in 2020, it had just 49 patents and applications. Today, that number has grown to more than 700 — and it’s still rising.
Software ideas can be protected if they solve a techn

On May 30, CARIAD announced that the Audi Assistant will debut in the Q6 e-tron, which can understand over 800 voice commands. It can do things such as open windows, give weather updates, or chat casually.
The assistant learns the user’s habits over time. For example, if the user turns on seat heating every morning,

On May 20, Cariad announced that it has adopted PCI Express (PCIe), a fast data transfer technology commonly used in PCs and servers to meet growing automotive data needs. Its speed and efficiency make it well-suited for modern vehicle networks.
PCIe offers key advantages, such as fast, low-latency data exchange via