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.
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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.
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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

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