Volkswagen sets China roadmap for AI agents and automated driving

Volkswagen outlined plans to expand its CEA vehicle architecture in 2027 and support broader AI agents and Level 4 driving development in 2029, according to IT Home's on-site report.

China AI WirePublished October 28, 2026 · 1 min readSource report: October 28, 2026 · AI-assisted reporting

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The 2027 upgrade would combine cockpit and driving computing; the 2029 roadmap targets broader AI integration.

China technology roadmap

Volkswagen Group China unveiled its VEGA technology matrix at a technology day on October 28, IT Home reported from the event. The matrix covers vehicle platforms, electronic and electrical architecture, and advanced driver assistance systems.

The company plans to extend CEA beyond locally produced battery electric vehicles to plug-in hybrid and combustion models made in China in 2027. Its first major upgrade would integrate cockpit and driving functions through central computing, laying groundwork for Level 3 readiness and deeper AI agent integration.

Development targets

For 2029, Volkswagen says CEA 3.0 would support AI agents across the vehicle, enable Level 4 automated driving development and connect with users' everyday digital ecosystems. The report presents these as future development plans.