Volkswagen EV-Only Full Development Center Launches in China - CleanTechnica

Volkswagen has inaugurated its first full vehicle development center outside Germany, located in Hefei, Anhui province, China. This new facility, known as the Volkswagen Group China Technology Company (VCTC), is dedicated exclusively to electric, intelligent, and connected vehicles, marking a strategic milestone in the company’s “In China for China” approach. Spanning around 100,000 m² with over 100 advanced laboratories, the center integrates software, hardware, battery and powertrain validation, and full-platform verification under one roof. This consolidation aims to accelerate decision-making, enhance customer alignment, and speed up the rollout of next-generation technologies, including a new China Electronic Architecture (CEA). Volkswagen intends for the VCTC to significantly reduce vehicle development time by 30% and cut costs of key projects by up to 50%. The center will focus on developing tailored digital cockpit features, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and over-the-air (OTA) upgrades specifically for the Chinese market. Battery