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VW plant Baunatal: key role for SSP platform from 2027

from Constantin Hoffmann to May 19, 2025

VW-Werk Baunatal: Schlüsselrolle für SSP-Plattform ab 2027

Are you curious about what the future of electromobility at Volkswagen looks like? The VW plant Baunatal plays a central role in the introduction of the new Scalable Systems Platform (SSP), which should form the basis for all electric cars of the group from 2027. In this article you will learn how the work in North Hesse sets the course for the future of electricity and which plans VW has for affordable electric cars.

Why is the Baunatal VW plant so important?

The VW plant in Baunatal is that CEO for electric drives in Europe. All electric motors for the European market are already manufactured here, for example for the popular ID series. Now the location is preparing for the Drive lines for the SSP platform to produce. This scalable platform is intended to form the basis for all new e-models of the Volkswagen Group-from compact small cars to powerful electric vehicles.

What is the Scalable Systems Platform (SSP)?

The SSP is Volkswagen's future -oriented platform for electric cars. It was developed to be flexible, powerful and cost -effective. According to the VW CEO Oliver Blume, the development of the SSP has reached an important milestone: the technical requirements are set and the implementation is in full swing. Away 2027 the first vehicles are to be presented on this platform, with a planned annual production of a million SSP vehicles. The platform enables different vehicle types to build on a uniform architecture, which lowers costs and makes production more efficient.

Preparations in the VW plant Baunatal

In the Baunatal plant, preparations for the SSP platform are in full swing. A spokesman for the location confirmed: "The component locations will play an important role in the introduction of the SSP platform." This includes a comprehensive package of measures to optimally equip the work. Specifically, this means:

  • Modernization of the production facilities: To produce the new drive lines efficiently.
  • Training of employees: So that you can master the technologies of the SSP platform.
  • Optimization of the processes: For a smooth integration into production.

These investments not only ensure the future of the location, but also strengthen the position of Baunatal as the heart of electromobility at Volkswagen.

New e-small car for 25,000 euros

A highlight of the VW strategy is the introduction of affordable electric cars. On the upcoming IAA Volkswagen wants to present small cars from the brands VW, Skoda and Cupra, which are for round 25,000 euros should be available. Especially the ID.2all The focus is on a compact electric car that should address wide target groups. Components are also manufactured in the Baunatal plant for this model, which further underlines the importance of the location.

Employment guarantee and tariff result

In addition to the technical innovations, there is also positive news for the workforce. VW CEO Oliver Blume spoke of a “future-oriented tariff conclusion” that creates competitive structures. Carsten Büchling, head of the company in Baunatal, emphasized the advantages: the conclusion secured six years of employment guarantee and brings New product commitments. This gives the approximately 15,000 employees in Baunatal planning security and perspectives.

Why the SSP platform shapes the future

The SSP platform is more than just a technical innovation. It stands for Volkswagen's ambition, which Market leadership in Europe to further expand in electric vehicles. Blume emphasized at the Annual General Meeting: "In the home market of Europe, we are at the market leader at the fully electric vehicles at a growing distance." The SSP enables electric cars to produce faster, cheaper and to a larger scale - a crucial step to make electromobility accessible to everyone.

Conclusion: Baunatal as the motor of electrical future

The VW plant Baunatal is ready to raise electromobility to the next level. With the production of drive lines for the SSP platform And components for new e-small cars such as the ID. Investments in technology and employment show: Baunatal is not just a production location, but a symbol of the future of electromobility in Europe. Look forward to exciting innovations from 2027!