XPENG and Volkswagen prepares for EV architecture development

XPENG and Volkswagen have announced new progress in preparations for the development of new electric vehicle (EV) architecture.

In April, both companies signed a framework agreement to collaborate on Electrical/Electronic Architecture (E/E Architecture) for EVs. Based on this partnership, Xpeng and Volkswagen Group have set up a “Project House” facility in Guangzhou, China.

This facility will house engineers from these companies working together to develop the E/E Architecture. The end product will be used in a new vehicle within 24 months of the launch.

Volkswagen and Xpeng China officials (Image Source – Xpeng)

This new architecture will be based on the Volkswagen China Main Platform (CMP) and Modular Electric Drive Matrix (MEB) platform. Furthermore, both firms are seeking new ways to expand their collaboration for this jointly developed E/E architecture.

Details about the initial agreement show that both automakers are aligned to develop software, supply chain, and new BEV models.

This agreement includes the joint development of two B-class BEVs and may lead to new vehicles based on demand. The first model is expected to launch by 2026. However, there are no design details available at the moment.

(source  – Xpeng)