Automotive
July 7, 2017
Volkswagen engineers can build and collaborate on new car designs in virtual reality. Image credit: Volkswagen
By Danny Parisi
Germany's Volkswagen Group is innovating its office culture by developing virtual reality technologies, including some behind-the-scenes tech built to streamline production meetings.
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