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We develop automotive software solutions for the Volkswagen Group

Software means strength through scaling – more users, more benefits. With nine car brands and more than nine million deliveries per year worldwide, the Volkswagen Group is a scale player and platform champion. This is exactly where we come in at CARIAD: We develop scalable, cross-brand software platforms that also cater to the specific needs and requirements of each Group brand. This enables us to take advantage of the Volkswagen Group’s economies of scale while customers benefit from greater comfort, unique driving experiences, and increased safety. 

Our core products

We drive and develop automotive core technologies for millions of cars in close collaboration with the Volkswagen Group brands. Our development activities focus on automated driving and infotainment systems, as well as software functions for charging and driving performance, data, backend, and cloud solutions. 

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Driver Stacks: Advancing safety and comfort with automated driving

Technological advances and rising consumer expectations are accelerating the evolution of automated driving. We drive this transformation by developing scalable software stacks for advanced driver assistance systems, automated driving and parking solutions. From Travel Assist to Emergency Assist, our state-of-the-art systems enhance safety, comfort, and innovation for millions of people around the world.

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Experience Stacks: Creating a digital in-vehicle experience space

A car is more than just a means of transport – it’s a digital experience. Our infotainment solutions put users at the center, with AI-powered assistants, cloud-native navigation solutions, and a comprehensive in-car app ecosystem. We provide the technology foundation for personalized, seamless, and intuitive user experiences across the Volkswagen Group brands. 

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Cloud Stacks: Turning the car into the ultimate connected device

With more than 45 million connected vehicles, we operate the world’s largest automotive cloud infrastructure – transforming individual cars into a swarm intelligence that drives smarter, safer mobility. Our connectivity solutions seamlessly connect vehicles with the customer’s digital world, while also enabling the continuous integration of new features and services.

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Motion Stacks: Transforming power into smart adaptive motion 

The driving experience isn’t just about mechanics and horsepower. It’s about optimizing every moment of motion with software. Our scalable vehicle driving platform handles various vehicle functions, including acceleration, braking, steering, damper control, and energy management. This turns raw mechanical power into a smart adaptive motion. 

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Goals of synergetic software development within the Volkswagen Group 

Leverage scale
Engineering efficiency
Platformization
Low complexity & variants
Brand differentiation
Innovation focus