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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
HEFEI, November 27 (Xinhua) — Volkswagen Group China Technology Company (VCTC) officially opened new test facilities in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province, on Tuesday. VCTC has completed the expansion of its Hefei research and development center, turning it into Volkswagen's first and largest integrated R&D base outside Germany, encompassing the full cycle of vehicle development and validation.
Volkswagen Group China said the move means the German auto giant will establish a comprehensive R&D system in China, ensuring efficient integration across the entire value chain, covering software development, hardware testing and vehicle validation.
According to Volkswagen Group China, the test facilities, covering a total area of approximately 100,000 square meters, are equipped with more than 100 advanced laboratories that provide key capabilities such as hardware and software integration, battery and powertrain testing.
According to company representatives, the new testing capacity will help reduce overall R&D time by 30 percent.
"China is the most competitive automotive market in the world, and our customers here expect rapid innovation and impeccable quality. That's why we're taking our development capabilities in China to the next level. By expanding our presence in Hefei, we're strengthening our ability to quickly respond to local needs and shape technologies directly where they'll be used," said Ralf Brandstätter, Chairman and CEO of Volkswagen Group China.
VCTC commenced operations in January 2024. Since then, Volkswagen has built a base in Hefei covering the entire value chain from NEV vehicle R&D and production to sales and service. -0-
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