Volkswagen (VOW) investor relations material

Strategic transformation and localization

• Accelerated transformation into a tech-driven leader, focusing on innovation and local integration in China.

• Fully localized strategy with new regional electric electronic architecture and development hub in Hefei.

• Reduced development time by 30% and platform costs by up to 50%, delivering intelligent functions tailored for China.

• Deep integration into China's innovation ecosystem, scaling high-tech solutions and launching over 20 new energy vehicles this year.

• Ambition to expand to around 50 electrified models by 2030, marking the largest product offensive in company history.

Product and technology offensive

• Audi E7X and A6L e-tron launched as locally developed, all-electric models with advanced driver assistance and digital integration.

• Audi E7X features up to 500 kW power, 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, and will debut Level 3 autonomous driving.

• Audi expanding local R&D with SAIC and planning four new models, emphasizing innovation at market speed.

• Volkswagen brand launches ID. AURA T6, ID. UNYX 08, and ID. UNYX 09, each targeting different segments and customer needs.

• Electrification of Jetta brand to address the 100,000 RMB segment, with four NEV models planned by 2028.

Intelligent driving and AI integration

• Self-developed ADAS solution launched in 18 months, with Level 2++ capabilities rolling out to six models this year.

• CARIZON, a joint venture with Horizon Robotics, employs 700 ADAS experts and leverages AI-driven development for rapid iteration.

• System built on Horizon Journey 6 SoC chips, using end-to-end architecture and reinforcement learning for continuous improvement.

• Testing cycles simulate up to 300,000 km daily, with 100 million km tested in 12 months, and AI validation 20 times faster.

• Next step is integrating smart driving and intelligent cockpit via AI agents, redefining the car as an intelligence-centric companion.