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Volkswagen is now receiving more orders in Germany for electric cars than for petrol and diesel models. For the brand, this is an important signal – but also an indication of new risks in demand, production and earnings.
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Volkswagen is facing a deep cost-cutting drive: A crisis plan under discussion envisages possible plant closures in Germany and the elimination of thousands of jobs. For buyers, employees, dealers and suppliers, this would be more than an internal cost measure.
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Volkswagen is sharpening its internal tone: The group leadership describes the situation as extremely tense and is pushing for further cost discipline. For customers, dealers and employees, this is about more than rounds of savings – it is about the brand’s competitiveness in a phase of expensive electrification, weak margins and strong competition.
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Audi’s Neckarsulm assembly operations are under review as Volkswagen pushes deeper restructuring, raising questions about jobs, future model allocation, and Germany’s manufacturing footprint.
Read moreVolkswagen is moving to reduce its workforce by 28,000 roles as Germany’s largest automaker confronts higher costs, tougher competition, and the expensive shift toward electric vehicles.
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