Volkswagen Group announced plans to equip new cars for China with AI “agents” starting in the second half of this year. This strategy aims to help Volkswagen compete with fast-growing Chinese automakers in areas like electrification and digital features.
At an event in Beijing, the company revealed that its vehicles will utilize a China-specific electronic architecture to offer “onboard AI agents,” allowing for intuitive, human-like interaction while ensuring personal data protection. These AI agents can perform complex tasks, such as finding top-rated restaurants, making reservations, driving to the location, and organizing parking.
Volkswagen is shifting its image in China, aiming to be seen as a leader in electric and intelligent vehicles rather than just a traditional manufacturer. The company plans to introduce over 20 new electrified vehicles, totaling 50 new models by 2030, as part of its “largest ever electric mobility offensive. “
CEO Oliver Blume emphasized that their initiatives signal Volkswagen’s return to the market. The collaboration with Horizon Robotics aims to make this AI technology accessible across the mass market.
With information from Reuters
