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#SalzgitterOn – Europe’s next‑generation gigafactory is coming to life. Today: The site.🏭 The PowerCo Salzgitter Gigafactory spans 69,000 m² - nearly 10 full‑size football fields ⚽ side by side. At its core sits the Cell Production Block, stretching 420 meters in length and 120 meters in width📏. 👏 This scale is not just about size - it reflects our ambition and the foundation for Europe’s battery transformation.

Welcome to our March newsletter! This month has been marked by historic results, major achievements in electrification, strong technological signals and strategic milestones across the Volkswagen Group. From record‑breaking awards and accelerated BEV momentum to one million charging points, the debut of the Audi F1 team, and progress in autonomous mobility. March demonstrates how our Group continues to move forward with determination and innovation. Explore the 8️⃣ highlights that shaped this month!

🔠 In our series “Battery ABC”, we explore everything about batteries. Today we move to C – for Cell‑to‑Pack. 🔋 Did you know that the new MEB+ battery for the Electric Urban Car Family is built using “Cell‑to‑Pack” technology - often called C2P? 🔍 In this episode, we take a closer look at what Cell‑to‑Pack actually means, why this design is becoming so important, and which advantages it brings for future battery systems. 🎬 Watch now and stay tuned for more insights. #EnterElectric

🚚 Transforming mobility: MAN Truck & Bus SE CEO Alexander Vlaskamp shared a clear perspective on the future of commercial transport at the Mobility Innovation Summit 2026 in Berlin. His message highlighted one key factor for progress - strong collaboration across the entire transport sector to drive innovation forward.   The Mobility Innovation Summit, organized by the Verband der Automobilindustrie (VDA) e.V., brings together leaders from industry, politics, research, public authorities, and startups to shape the future of mobility.    👉 Read Alexander Vlaskamp’s quote here. #MAN #VolkswagenGroup

 🤝 The joint venture ‘Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ (RV Tech) has successfully completed the winter tests of its production-intent zonal architecture for the first generation of software‑defined vehicles (SDVs). Over the course of several months of testing in Phoenix (USA) and Arjeplog (Sweden), a joint team from Volkswagen, AUDI AG, Scout Motors Inc., and RV Tech validated the functionality and performance of the electronics and software – an important milestone for the joint venture’s ongoing development work. 👉 You can find the full press release with more details here: https://lnkd.in/dyaYkQFb

✨ AUDI AG expands its electric portfolio: The new A2 e-tron will debut in fall 2026, adding an all‑electric entry-level model family to the compact class. 🏙️ Designed for modern urban mobility: Built for everyday usability, sustainability, high efficiency, and digital connectivity - targeting a broad international audience, especially in Europe’s major cities. Production at Audi’s German home underlines the commitment to electric transformation - securing jobs and delivering “electric mobility made in Germany.” Following more than 20 new models in 2024 and 2025, Audi now has one of the youngest portfolios in the industry. In 2026, the A2 e-tron will play a key role at the entry point of the lineup. Take a look at the design sketch! 👀 #EnterElectric #VolkswagenGroup

🔥 Bentley Motors presents the new Continental GT S and GTC S, expanding the breadth of choice in the Continental line-up with the brand’s most powerful S models to date. The High Performance Hybrid powertrain delivers 680 PS and 930 Nm, complemented Continental GT Speed’s Bentley Performance Active Chassis.   Performance Features ⚡680 PS High Performance Hybrid with up to 80 km electric range ⏱️ 0-60mph in 3.3s (0-100km/h 3.5s) 🚀 Top speed 190mph (306 km/h)  The exterior is defined by Blackline elements, Precision Design headlamps and 22” ten‑spoke wheels, creating a clear visual distinction within the Continental range. Inside, a unique colour split, Dinamica inserts and Piano Black veneer as standard underline the model‑specific design approach.   👀 What’s your favourite detail?

🤝 Art connects people – and we’re proud to continue our cultural engagement: The Volkswagen Group extends its partnerships with the Neue Nationalgalerie and the Hamburger Bahnhof – Nationalgalerie der Gegenwart in Berlin for another two years. 🎨 Since 2012, our collaboration has helped make art more accessible to everyone. With Volkswagen Group Art4All, visitors can enjoy free or reduced admission, guided tours, and special programs. Starting April 2, the Neue Nationalgalerie will offer free entry every first Thursday from 4–8 p.m., now with live art and open exchange formats.   We’re also strengthening education as Lead Partner of Education at the Hamburger Bahnhof and continuing our Volkswagen Group Fellowship program for both museums to support emerging talents through 2026 and 2027.  “In times of necessary cost-cutting measures across all sectors, continuing to support our cultural partners sends an important message,” says Benita von Maltzahn, Head of Global Cultural Engagement Volkswagen Group. How important is art and culture in your everyday life? Share your thoughts in the comments. 👇 #VolkswagenGroup #Art4All

🚐✨ ICONIC – A Timeless Journey of Culture, Society and Mobility is the name of our new exhibition at the DRIVE. Volkswagen Group Forum in Berlin. 🆕 New attractions and an additional thematic focus highlight one of the most influential aspects of mobility: travel. From early road trips in the Volkswagen Beetle to Italy in the 1950s, to modern‑day camper van adventures and iconic festival journeys 🎶, this new section shows how travel has shaped culture, community and personal freedom across generations. A particular highlight is "Irene", the beloved camper van that symbolises a new sense of freedom on four wheels (have a look below). 👉 Come experience the spirit of travel - and the icons that shaped it - at the DRIVE in Berlin, Friedrichstraße 84/Ecke Unter den Linden, until June.

🔋🚗 2 million all-electric Volkswagen brand vehicles have been delivered to customers worldwide. The anniversary vehicle, an ID.3, was produced in Zwickau and handed over at the Transparent Factory in Dresden. Volkswagen has now taken on a leading position in all-electric vehicles in Germany and throughout Europe, and is among the highest-volume providers.   🌍  The Volkswagen brand is one of the largest electric car manufacturers in the world. Since launching the e up! in 2013, the Volkswagen brand has continually expanded its all electric portfolio. The two million battery electric vehicles supplied therefore include models from the current ID. Family as well as electric precursors such as the e-up! and the e-Golf.   Martin Sander, Volkswagen Board Member for Sales, Marketing and After Sales, said: “We laid the foundations for electromobility early on and are driving our transformation to an all-electric future with clear strategic priority. Our strong market position, particularly in Germany and Europe, confirms the attractiveness and competitiveness of our electric portfolio.”   Which all-electric Volkswagen vehicle is your favourite?