Rimac gradually increased its collaboration with the Volkswagen Group, particularly through Porsche. This relationship fostered mutual benefits and paved the way for a closer partnership.

Rimac Automobili and Bugatti officially merged to form Bugatti Rimac, a joint venture controlled by Rimac Group. This combined the expertise of Rimac in electric vehicle technology with Bugatti's legacy in hypercar manufacturing.

Mate Rimac assumed the role of CEO of Bugatti Rimac, overseeing the future direction of both brands. This includes integrating electric technologies into Bugatti vehicles while continuing to develop high-performance electric vehicles under the Rimac brand.

Following the merger, Bugatti Rimac has focused on defining the future direction of both brands, including the development of new electric hypercars and the integration of Rimac's technologies into Bugatti vehicles, while safeguarding Bugatti's legacy.