Electric Volkswagen Golf parked until 2029 due to software issues – report

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The battery-electric Volkswagen Golf, renamed as ID.Golf, is facing a 15-month delay in its launch until 2029 due to software development setbacks with the new Scalable Systems Platform (SSP). This delay may also affect other SSP-based models, including the ID.4 and the electric version of the Golf GTI. Volkswagen’s collaboration with Rivian to develop a Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) could help with the delay. The SSP promises advancements like Level 4 autonomous driving capability and faster charging. Despite the delay, Volkswagen plans to unveil a city-sized electric car in 2027. Other car brands mentioned in the article include Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Alfa Romeo, and Ineos.

Brands mentioned: Volkswagen, Rivian, Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Alfa Romeo, Ineos.