China's Xpeng Motors and Volkswagen have agreed to expand their partnership to cooperate on ultra-fast electric vehicle charging networks in China, the automakers said on Monday.

Volkswagen and Xpeng Motors are opening their fast-charging networks to each other’s customers, announcing Monday that their electric vehicle owners would

Volkswagen Group China said on Monday that it is to build an ultra-fast charging network with Xpeng, which is to feature over 20,000 terminals across 420 cities and regions in China. The move follows the two companies' partnership in developing electric vehicles in the Chinese market, the first of which is expected to hit the market in 2026.

XPeng and Volkswagen join forces to build a super-fast charging network in China, boosting EV adoption and strengthening their presence in the global market.

Volkswagen has ramped up its focus on China via an investment in Xpeng and an aggressive electric vehicle launch schedule.

Under the agreement, XPeng and the Volkswagen will jointly build one of the largest super-fast charging networks in China, granting mutual access to respective proprietary, industry-leading super-fast charging networks.

Chinese EV startup XPeng and Volkswagen are looking to jointly build a super-fast charging network in China, the companies said on Sunday.

Key Takeaways XPeng and Volkswagen will work together to build a network of electric vehicle charging stations in China. The two carmakers expect to produce more than 20,000 charging units to be installed in 420 cities.

Two new EVs using a co-developed architecture will launch in 2026. It’s not yet clear when the first of these new stations will be built. Xpeng and Volkswagen are deepening their ties in China with the construction of a large super-fast charging network across the nation.