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XPeng and Volkswagen Co-Develop Tech; First Model Due in 24 Months

According to the latest statement, the focus of their joint effort will be on enhancing the CMP and MEB platforms of Volkswagen vehicles produced in China.

XPeng Motors: Details of Further Cooperation with Volkswagen Will Be Disclosed Next Week

There are rumors that hundreds of Volkswagen engineers have moved into the XPeng Motors headquarters. XPeng declined to comment on the matter, but stated that detailed information about cooperation with Volkswagen will be disclosed next week.

XPeng Motors and Volkswagen Sign A Strategic Cooperation Agreement on EEA

On April 17th, XPeng Motors and Volkswagen Group officially signed the EEA Strategic Cooperation Framework Agreement. The official referred to it as a new milestone in the strategic cooperation between the two parties.

Xpeng Motors and Volkswagen Sign Strategic Technology Cooperation Agreement for Electric Vehicle Development

On February 29, Xpeng Motors and Volkswagen Group signed a joint development agreement for platform and software strategic technology cooperation, accelerating the joint research and development of two B-segment electric vehicles.

Volkswagen and XPeng Motors to Jointly Develop New Electric Vehicles for Chinese Market

Volkswagen Group and XPeng Motors have officially announced that they will jointly develop two new electric vehicle models targeted at the Chinese market, planning to start production in China's Hefei Province in 2026.

Horizon Robotics and Volkswagen Group’s Software Company CARIAD Announce Establishment of Joint Venture

On December 8th, Horizon Robotics and CARIAD announced the official establishment of the companies' joint venture CARIZON.

XPeng Motors: Volkswagen Completes Over $700 Million Investment

On December 6th, XPeng Motors announced that Volkswagen's investment in XPeng has been completed, with a subscription amount of approximately $705.6 million.

Volkswagen and Vivo Collaborate to Create A Mobile x Mobility Fusion Joint Innovative Lab

On November 3rd, CARIAD China under Volkswagen Group announced the establishment of the "Mobile x Mobility Fusion Joint Innovative Lab" in collaboration with vivo.

XPeng CEO: Accelerated Progress of XPeng and Volkswagen’s Jointly Developed Models

On October 12th, He Xiaopeng, the Chairman of XPeng Motors, posted on Weibo that he visited Volkswagen Group's headquarters in Wolfsburg at the end of September.

Volkswagen Collaborates with XPeng: Volkswagen’s New SUV Exposed

Volkswagen plans to launch a new SUV model named 'ID.8'which will be built on the same platform as the XPeng G9 model and may become the first 'jointly developed' vehicle launched in the domestic market.

XPeng Motors Denies the Acquisition of Maserati

Recently, there were rumors that the emerging automaker Xpeng Motors would acquire the luxury car brand Maserati. However, Xpeng Motors has now denied these rumors.

Xpeng Motors Stock Surges 40% After Reaching Agreement with Volkswagen

On July 26, Volkswagen and Xpeng Motors reached a technological framework agreement. In the early stage of cooperation, the two parties plan to jointly develop two Volkswagen brand electric models for the Chinese midsize car market. These two new cars exclusive to the Chinese market will supplement the product portfolio based on the MEB platform, which is planned to go to market in 2026.

Volkswagen China Responds to Talks with Huawei Over the Use of Its Software

Volkswagen was reported to have held talks with Huawei, hoping to use Huawei software in its car in China. In response to this, a Volkswagen China spokesperson told that there is no official news.

Volkswagen’s Skoda Reportedly Reassessing Future Strategy in China

Czech carmaker Skoda Auto, a subsidiary of Volkswagen, is reportedly considering a withdrawal from China and will make a final decision next year. A spokesperson for Skoda China said that the company has not made any decision on the necessity of adjusting its strategy.

Sunwoda to Supply Battery Pack Systems for Volkswagen AG

Sunwoda, a leading Chinese battery company, announced on November 6 that its subsidiary Sunwoda Electric Vehicle Battery (Sunwoda EVB) will serve as a mass production supplier of battery pack systems for Volkswagen AG's HEV project.

Gotion High-Tech Batteries to Be Installed in Volkswagen Cars Next Year

Chinese battery manufacturer Gotion High-Tech released its latest financial report on October 26, showing operating income of 14.426 billion yuan ($1.99 billion) in the first three quarters of the year. In addition, batteries supplied by the company to Volkswagen will be installed next year.

Former Huawei Executive Joins JV between Volkswagen and Horizon Robotics

Jerry Su, the former head of Huawei's intelligent driving business, will join the joint venture between German motor vehicle manufacturer Volkswagen and Horizon Robotics, a Chinese provider of computing solutions for smart vehicles.

October Retail Sales of New Energy Vehicles in China to Hit 550K Units

The China Passenger Car Association estimated on October 24 that retail sales of passenger cars in China this month would be about 1.91 million units, up 11.4% year-on-year, among which the retail sales of new energy vehicles would be about 550,000 units.

Horizon Robotics to Set Up JV with Volkswagen

German motor vehicle manufacturer Volkswagen Group announced on October 13 a new partnership between its software company CARIAD and Horizon Robotics, a leading provider of computing solutions for smart vehicles in China.

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