Volkswagen ID. Buzz and ID. Buzz Cargo, which was originally going to be a supporter of global mobility, doesn’t seem to want to be separated from the true DNA of the Volkswagen T1, which was introduced globally since 1950.
These two cars, each of which has the task of carrying people and carrying goods, still do not rule out the design and function of a vehicle. Now, to be clear, Kabaroto received information directly from his important person, Jozef Kaban, Head of Volkswagen Design.
“T1 became an icon for the 1950s,” said Jozef. “Through ID. Buzz, we are transferring DNA in the era of electric vehicles. Conveying the continuation of the gene into the digital age. As for ID. Buzz is not outdated, sustainable and very functional at the same time. This quality makes it unique. It attracts a lot of sympathy and a feeling of togetherness in way,” he explained.
Via ID. Buzz, Volkswagen is first in its segment and at the forefront of the electrification campaign as part of the ACCELERATE strategy. By 2030, around 70% of vehicles sold by Volkswagen in Europe are expected to be purely electric. Means more than one million units. Meanwhile, in North America and China, sales of electric cars can reach 50 percent.
“T1 became an icon for the 1950s,” said Jozef. “Through ID. Buzz, we are transferring DNA in the era of electric vehicles. Conveying the continuation of the gene into the digital age. As for ID. Buzz is not outdated, sustainable and very functional at the same time. This quality makes it unique. It attracts a lot of sympathy and a feeling of togetherness in way,” he explained.
Via ID. Buzz, Volkswagen is first in its segment and at the forefront of the electrification campaign as part of the ACCELERATE strategy. By 2030, around 70% of vehicles sold by Volkswagen in Europe are expected to be purely electric. Means more than one million units. Meanwhile, in North America and China, sales of electric cars can reach 50 percent.
“ID. Buzz Cargo is not just as practical as the Transporter. But it also brings innovation, with expressive designs and the highest level of functionality,” explained Roland.
It is very easy indeed to characterize the ID. Buzz is a Volkswagen alert. This is found in the V-shape and the large VW logo, giving everyone a smile. The line pull is also still carried to the back, thus providing a zone marker for the top and bottom. This is what makes ID. Buzz was double-coloured, again marking T1’s history.
Aerodynamics ID. Buzz is also presented as the best in its class, especially compared to the T1 version. The presented air resistance is very efficient for electric vehicles, reaching 0.285, while for T1 alone it is 0.44. Rim design is also considered with a two-piece model. “Rims are very important for electric vehicles,” said Ranbir Kalha, who is specifically responsible for rims and tires.
“The rims have to adapt to technical needs. Especially in terms of aerodynamics, of course the other side is the weight of the vehicle. Especially for the ID. This buzz looks like a one-piece, but is in fact a hybrid. Both are still two pieces of light weight, the type of rim for the first time used in ID. Buzz,” said Kalha. He further confirmed his own rim as an individual ID marker. Buzz, ranging from functional to sporty to elegant, depending on one’s taste.
The wheelbase is also not forgotten, as a supporter of relief in the cabin, both for passengers and goods. Oh yes, for Type 2 T1 there is a choice of 4.28 meters and 2.4 meters. As for ID. Buzz and ID. Buzz Cargo is believed to be 40 cm longer. Using the base Volkswagen Modular Electric Drive Matrix (MEB). The length reaches 2.99 meters for the longest wheelbase in MEB.
Exterior designer for ID. Buzz Einar Castillo Aranda stated that using the platform allows placing the front wheels further forward and placing the driver more forward and have better visibility when in the car. “The result is a monolithic silhouette with a harmoniously integrated hood,” believes Einar.
Since there is no combustion engine, create an ID. Buzz has more space. At the front it has a lot of technology, starting from the heating and cabin conditioning system taken from the electric brake booster. “The installation space where the headlights are placed is very tight. We discussed that many partners from the developer could provide free space close to the tires.
Headlights rely on LED matrix with IQ.Light technology. “It is very important for us to use lighting animations that show human characters in vehicles. As a result ID. Buzz can intelligently interact with the environment,” said Rahmel, Head of Lamp and Rim Design.
The stacked form of the dashboard is undeniable like the classic T1 model. However, it has been equipped with smart controls with a multi-function steering wheel and digital screen. The battery is placed on the car deck allowing for more space for the driver and passengers.
“We developed ID. Buzz as a vehicle that is very logical and intuitive and can be used for various things,” said Jozef. The seat design reportedly received attention from the Healthy Back Campaign (AGR), ensuring the seat provides the best comfort during the trip.
The use of materials is claimed to use recycled materials. So that it can reduce air and soil pollution better. It was also explained that the material that wrapped it was far from animal skin elements. Some of the fabric materials that turned out to be from recycling used bottles and plastic from marine waste.
“We create fantastic combinations of quality materials. We prefer chrome paint over chrome and cut wood materials,” explains Marion Dürr, Color & Trim Designer.
