16.6.2020. The quantum of the Volkswagen Group, has invested US $ 200 million for the participation of experts increases, and the battery Cape.
The aim is the joint development of advanced fuel cell technology. Solid batteries are expected to increase in the future, the intervals continue to shorten the charging time significantly. “Our partner, quantum of technological progress we’re doing with a cape. Additional investment, and accelerating sustainable development will strengthen our joint efforts,“ components of the Volkswagen Group Thomas Schmall, CEO holding the responsibility of the battery End, he said. 2018 the Volkswagen Group since working together in a community on the Cape and Quantum, has been to prepare for large-scale production of batteries.
“Volkswagen electric mobility is leading to the width. Battery cell, the Volkswagen Group components business area Frank Blome, the head is one of the determining factors when it comes to battery a strong statement,“ he said. “Worldwide, we supply with competitive suppliers back, gradually build future production capacity with the development of fuel cell technology and we’re pushing. Here, long-term strategic partnerships, we’re focusing on.“
A new generation of fuel cells electro-mobility is considered to be the most promising approach. Conventional solid drives which can be compared with battery electric the same size as the current battery pack with a wide empire. At the same time, the charging time can be shortened significantly.
The quantum of the Volkswagen Group since 2012 and working with Cape US $ 100 million, the largest automobile has been with the investment of the shareholders. Additional new investment of 200 million dollars as the percentage increase still is subject to various conditions precedent associated with the implementation. Both 2018, the joint venture, was established to prepare for large-scale production of fuel cells for Volkswagen solid. The building partners we aim to pilot production. Plans will be meaty this year.
The entire company mobility CO2-neutrality, which is a major building block in the path E of the balance sheet Expansion. This goal will be achieved by 2050. The Paris Volkswagen Group is committed to the climate goals completely.