The initiative follows the reveal of the ID.AURA, the first CMP-based concept car, showcased by Volkswagen at AUTO SHANGHAI 2025 in April. Developed for Chinese consumers, the ID.AURA reflects FAW-Volkswagen’s focus on local innovation and electrification. The CMP platform, engineered in China, reduces development-to-market time by over 30% and supports battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. It integrates the China Electrical Architecture (CEA), cutting control units by 30% and enabling AI-powered cockpits, advanced driver-assistance systems, and over-the-air updates, with implementation starting in 2026 for MEB and CMP platforms.
FAW-Volkswagen noted: “The CMP platform represents a new generation of architecture independently developed in China at ‘China speed’ for tech-savvy local consumers.” This emphasizes the company’s commitment to innovative, market-specific NEVs.
In May 2025, FAW-Volkswagen restructured its Volkswagen and Jetta brands, with notable changes to the Volkswagen brand. It created the Product Operations Department to manage the product lifecycle, from consumer insights to production and quality assurance, and the Customer Experience Department to enhance service quality through retail channels. The Marketing Department will collaborate with regional teams and dealers to deliver clear, timely information about Volkswagen’s products.
The Tianjin plant’s role in producing CMP-based NEVs strengthens FAW-Volkswagen’s position in China’s sustainable automotive market, driving innovation and consumer-focused solutions.
