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The new “ID.2.1” software will be automatically provided for all cars manufactured from the eighth calendar week. For customers who have already received an “ID.” car, the new software will now be available gradually and for this reason you will need to visit the dealership once. Then, with the new software, for the first time in the series-produced car segment, it will be possible to update the controls installed in the car without the need for customers to go to service, as well as provide many other benefits.
“VW is rapidly continuing to digitize its products. The introduction of over-the-air updates is the next step in our transformation into a technology company, as well as the development of new business models,” said Ralph Brandsteter, CEO of VW.
Starting this summer, “VW ID.” will provide car owners with updates every three months. In addition to optimizing software performance, these updates may include new features and customization options.
“This will ensure that all suppliers’ ID. Models have the same level of software with new cars throughout their life cycle. Over-the-air updates will continue to be a new norm in cars. In the future, this approach will ensure that all ID “The latest software updates are available for models already on the road,” says Thomas Ulbrich, VW ‘s technical development board member.
The recently created ID.Digital project unit will continuously promote “ID.” further development of the family cars and will coordinate the introduction of online remote or “over-the-air” updates “ID.” models. The project team’s agile approach will set new standards in software maintenance with short update cycles and flexible customer requirements assessment. This will allow decisions on new digital services and improved customer interaction to be implemented quickly and easily.
The first over-the-air updates are currently being successfully tested on more than 3,000 company cars, so first customers will soon be able to take advantage of continuous performance improvements and new features. As a result, VW has reached a significant milestone in the further development of its electronics architecture.
Software is becoming an increasingly important factor in competitiveness, thus also contributing to a crucial purchasing decision in the 21st century car market.
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