Volkswagen's Cheapest EV Ever Is the First to Use Rivian Software
The Volkswagen ID EVERY1 will be the first mass-produced electric vehicle from the German automaker to ship with Rivian's vehicle architecture and software, as part of a $5.8 billion joint venture struck last year between the two companies. The ID EVERY1 will have a starting price of 20,000 euros ($21,500) and is expected to go into production in 2027, with a range of at least 250 kilometers (150 miles). The vehicle's software architecture will be based on Rivian's E3 1.1 platform.
- This partnership highlights the growing trend of automotive manufacturers collaborating with technology companies to stay competitive in the electric vehicle market.
- Will Volkswagen's strategy of using existing EV platforms from other companies, such as Rivian, give it an edge over traditional rivals like Tesla and BMW?