The Ukrainian invasion caused significant problems for VW. In addition to building VW and Skoda models, the Kaluga plant also produces 1.6-liter four-cylinder engines and wiring looms. The latter created a big problem for VW, as every car in existence, EV or not, requires a wiring loom. This problem has now been sorted.
As for battery packs, VW finds itself in a good position. According to Automotive News Europe, Diess said he is confident it can secure enough batteries to supply its EV production up to 2025.
“Are there enough batteries? Probably not. Are there as many batteries as we ordered? Yes, for sure,” Diess said.
