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All Press Releases

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Volkswagen Group: Andreas Mindt appointed new Head of Group Design
Andreas Mindt, Head of Design Volkswagen Brand, will additionally lead Group Design for the Volkswagen Group starting March 1, 2026. He succeeds Michael Mauer, who is leaving the company on amicable terms as part of a generational transition. Mauer had previously transferred his responsibilities at Porsche to his successor.
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Volkswagen Group achieves global milestone with 5 million electric drives produced; APP550 sets the benchmark
The Volkswagen Group has reached a milestone in producing five million electric drive units worldwide. This collective achievement by the Győr, Kassel, Tianjin and Zuffenhausen plants underscores the performance capabilities of the Group-wide technology and production alliance as well as the systematic scale-up of e-mobility across the different brands and regions. Volkswagen Group Components’ competence network is a key enabler here – the Kassel plant alone increased production of electric drives in 2025 by around 24 percent year-on-year to over 850,000 units.
APP550 is among the most efficient electric drive systems in its class
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Volkswagen Group China starts production of its first locally developed zonal electronic architecture
Volkswagen Group China delivered the China Electronic Architecture (CEA) on schedule. This paves the way for the successful roll-off of its first CEA-based model, the VW ID. UNYX 07. The tech trailblazer marks Volkswagen Group’s entry into full cycle Software-Defined Vehicle production in China for China. Already this year the Group will present four further vehicles from all Volkswagen brand joint ventures with the new architecture. With the delivery of the CEA Volkswagen confirms its full end-to-end capabilities in Software-Defined Vehicle development, from concept and engineering through validation and mass production. The architecture was developed by Volkswagen Group China Technology Company (VCTC), CARIAD China and XPENG. The vehicle is produced at the Volkswagen Anhui plant.
Backbone for Intelligent Connected Vehicles - Volkswagen Group’s first self-developed zonal electronic architecture – the CEA – is entering series production
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New cross-brand steering model for Brand Group Core strengthens foundation for more competitive products and greater efficiency
The Brand Group Core (BGC) within the Volkswagen Group – the organizational unit comprising the volume brands Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Škoda, SEAT&CUPRA and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles – is taking the next step in its successful cooperation. From this January, an overarching steering model lays the groundwork for an efficient and more competitive organization. As the top BGC management body, the newly-formed “Brand Group Core Board of Management” will make cross-brand decisions going forward. The overall objective is to streamline processes, structures and decision-making paths. Stronger prioritization of decisions in the interest of the brand group will lead to a higher level of efficiency within the BGC. Going forward, the Production (P), Technical Development (TE) and Procurement (B) functions will be managed at cross-brand level by the Brand Group Core Board of Management.
Graphic titled "BRAND GROUP CORE" featuring an abstract, wavy turquoise line on a dark blue background with logos of Volkswagen, Škoda, SEAT, and Cupra in the top left corner.
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Volkswagen Group deliveries remain stable in 2025
On January 20, the Volkswagen Group published all details regarding delivery figures for 2025.
Infographic on Volkswagen Group deliveries 2025: 8.98 million vehicles total, –0.5% vs. 2024, including 983,000 fully electric (+32%), EV share 10.9%.
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Learning from data: Volkswagen Group launches Europe-wide initiative for greater road safety
The Volkswagen Group is committed to further enhancing safety for all road users across Europe. Building on successful experiences in Germany, the Group aims to expand its program for utilizing sensor and image data from customer vehicles to around 40 European countries. The goal is to continuously optimize driver assistance systems and automated driving functions using data from real traffic situations. Customers can benefit from these improvements through software updates to their vehicles. The ongoing enhancements to driving functions increase comfort and make a positive contribution to overall road safety. Customer consent is required – naturally in full compliance with all national and European data protection regulations. The rollout is scheduled to start in January 2026 with Volkswagen Passenger Cars models, followed by CUPRA, ŠKODA, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Audi and Porsche.
Graphic representation of traffic safety through vehicle data usage in road traffic, presented by Volkswagen Group.
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Volkswagen Group and Qualcomm Sign Letter of Intent to Power Next Generation Driving Experiences
Volkswagen Group and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced a Letter of Intent (LOI) for a long-term supply agreement to deliver advanced infotainment and connectivity capabilities powered by Snapdragon® Digital Chassis™ solutions.
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Start of European battery cell production: PowerCo commissions Salzgitter gigafactory
PowerCo SE today commissioned the Salzgitter gigafactory as planned and produced the first Unified Cells "made in Europe". The commencement of production marks a milestone for the Volkswagen Group and the European battery industry: PowerCo is designing, developing and producing battery cells entirely in Europe for the first time, thus strengthening the company's technological sovereignty. The cells will now be delivered to the Volkswagen Group brands for final road tests. Their debut is planned for next year in the Electric Urban Car Family of Volkswagen, ŠKODA and SEAT/CUPRA.
Start of European battery cell production: PowerCo commissions Salzgitter gigafactory
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Volkswagen Group launches autonomous vehicle testing with its Gen.Urban in Wolfsburg
The Volkswagen Group is starting the next testing phase in Wolfsburg with its self-driving research vehicle Gen.Urban1. After intensive trials, the Gen.Urban can now drive autonomously in real urban traffic. The research projects aims to explore how passengers experience riding in a self-driving vehicle without a traditional steering wheel or pedals – and what requirements this creates for future vehicle concepts.
Volkswagen Group launches autonomous vehicle testing with its Gen.Urban in Wolfsburg
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Volkswagen Group: Ludwig Fazel Appointed New Head of Group Strategy
Ludwig Fazel will assume his new position on December 1, 2025, as Head of Group Strategy, Group Product Strategy, and the General Secretariat of the Volkswagen Group. In this role, he will report directly to CEO Oliver Blume. Until now, he has worked as Chief Operating Officer of Volkswagen Group Components and in parallel as Head of Strategy and Platform Business at Volkswagen Group Technology. He succeeds Stefan Weckbach, who is leaving the company at his own request.
Volkswagen Group: Ludwig Fazel Appointed New Head of Group Strategy
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