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The upcoming Cupra Raval is set to spearhead Volkswagen Group's push into entry-level electric hatchbacks built on the front-wheel-drive MEB+ platform. Designed with a wider track and lower ride height than its VW and Skoda stablemates, the supermini will offer both a 37-kWh LFP entry battery and a larger 52-kWh NMC pack.
As Volkswagen Group faces various challenges, including labor disputes and intensified competition, consumers in the U.S. can currently find significant rebates and incentives on Audi, Porsche, and Volkswagen electric vehicles. These attractive offers might present an opportune moment for potential buyers looking to purchase a new EV from the German automakers.
PowerCo, Volkswagen Group's battery company, has announced a two-year delay for its planned gigafactory in St. Thomas, Ontario, with the facility now expected to begin operations in 2029. Despite the revised timeline, the company reaffirms the plant's critical role in its North American EV strategy, with construction continuing and EllisDon named as the general contractor.
Audi's all-electric A4 successor, initially slated for a 2027 debut, is now reportedly delayed until March 2029. This setback stems from ongoing development challenges with parent company Volkswagen Group's crucial Scalable Systems Platform (SSP), which has faced multiple postponements.
American EV maker Rivian is joining forces with the Volkswagen Group, including brands like Audi and Porsche, to co-develop new electric vehicle platforms. This strategic partnership aims to advance future EV architecture, sharing expertise to accelerate the development of innovative electric models for both companies. The collaboration highlights a growing trend of established automakers leveraging EV-native companies' technology to streamline their transition to electric powertrains.
Volkswagen Group is reportedly planning to discontinue several models across its brands, including the Porsche Taycan, as part of a strategy to streamline its product portfolio. This move aims to reduce complexity and reallocate resources, potentially impacting the availability of certain electric and internal combustion vehicles.
Scout Motors, the revived American brand under Volkswagen Group, revealed its 'Spirit of ‘26' concept, featuring a classic Scout II body on its upcoming electric vehicle platform. This concept foreshadows their production SUV and pickup, which are expected to arrive in 2027 and emphasize robust, go-anywhere capability.
