The VOLTSWAGEN Journey...

The critical business of building batteries…Volkswagen Group Board Member Thomas Schmall - in conversation with me at IAA MOBILITY. 

We talk about the ID.Buzz and bi-directional charging, progress at Salzgitter, Sagunt, and St Thomas, and then conclude our 10 minute chat - talking about charging. 

For sure Thomas is a man in a hurry - a man on a mission - a man with a critical role in the Group. It would appear he’s doing well - snapping up some top battery talent from around the world - and doing a lot more doing than talking which is what we need to see - especially here in Europe! 

BIG challenges remain of course…especially in securing critical raw material supply, but we are now seeing some impressive innovation in and around recycling, mining and mineral processing so 🤞!