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Modern Volkswagen vehicle interior featuring a digital cockpit, multifunction steering wheel, compact driver display and a large central touchscreen with AI-powered infotainment functions. The minimalist cabin design highlights advanced software-defined vehicle technology and intelligent user experience.

13/08/2026

From China's city streets to series production

CARIZON’s new Level 2++ system brings locally developed, AI-powered driver assistance to seven new energy vehicle models in China.

A futuristic electric Volkswagen ID. Buzz connected to a bidirectional charging station in front of a modern solar-powered home. Animated energy flows visualize Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology, illustrating how electric vehicles can store, exchange, and intelligently manage renewable energy between the home and the power grid. The scene represents smart charging, renewable energy integration, AI-driven energy management, and the future of sustainable mobility.

05/08/2026

How EVs Could Benefit Drivers and the Energy System

Bidirectional charging could turn electric vehicles into grid-balancing power banks. Research at CARIAD explores how drivers might benefit from it.

Volkswagen Group China, CARIZON and Horizon Robotics deepen their collaboration on AI foundation model technology — enabling advanced automated driving that safely detects pedestrians, scooters and surrounding traffic in complex urban environments.

22/07/2026

Volkswagen Group China Accelerates L3 and L4 Development

Deepened AI collaboration with Horizon Robotics gives CARIZON access to advanced foundation model technology

Technology

13/07/2026
Before the final whistle: The software that drives us on matchday
As the World Cup heads into its final week, connected vehicle software can help fans plan routes, charging, updates and the ride to kick-off.
PressRelease

01/07/2026
Bosch and CARIAD Deliver Level 2 Driving System for the Mass Market
The partners successfully conclude their Automated Driving Alliance after reaching the series production milestone.
PressRelease

23/06/2026
CARIAD Opens Automotive Software Campus
AI Power for the Volkswagen Group
Technology

05/06/2026
This pulse inverter makes small EVs feel big
The Electric Urban Car Family launches with the Volkswagen Group’s first in-house pulse inverter, powered by CARIAD software. It brings high-end technology to entry-level mobility.
Technology

29/05/2026
Inside the ID.S 6 Entertainment Hub
ID.Software 6 features the new in-car Application Store. Developed by CARIAD, with direct access to 50+ applications it is available in the new Electric Urban Car Family.
Technology

20/05/2026
See what the car sees: Inside CARIAD's next-gen environmental UI
Modern driver assistance systems are rapidly evolving. They are no longer just reactive tools but intelligent companions that help drivers understand complex traffic situations in real time. Audi’s implementation of the Integrated Driver Assistance Display (IFA) is a prime example of this evolution.
Technology

14/04/2026
How CARIAD's adaptive algorithm makes driving modes smarter
Driving modes – next level: In close collaboration, teams from CARIAD and Audi have developed a new feature which leverages an intelligent algorithm to analyze road types and driving situations in real time – and selects the optimal driving mode based on this.