VW bets big on Rivian to accelerate its electric car takeover
The German automaker will integrate the startup’s operating system into its €20,000 vehicles.
In this edition of The Mobility Week in Review, we explore Volkswagen’s plans to upgrade its future mass-market car, Tier’s expansion into Greece, the potential slowdown of the EU’s gasoline car ban, IAG’s bold investment in tech startups, and Waymo’s growing footprint in the Bay Area.
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🤖 Volkswagen turns to Rivian for the brains behind its budget EV
When the ID.1 electric city car hits showrooms in 2027, it will mark a major milestone for Volkswagen as the brand’s first model to feature an all-new software architecture, developed in collaboration with American EV maker Rivian through their joint venture.