Volkswagen has announced a major restructuring plan that will significantly reduce its vehicle lineup and lower production capacity, but stopped short of confirming large-scale job cuts after negotiations with key stakeholders.
The company said it will gradually reduce its model range by up to 50% over the coming years, focusing on its strongest market segments.
According to Reuters, labor representatives blocked proposals for broader restructuring during supervisory board discussions. Reports have suggested Volkswagen is considering closing four German factories and eliminating up to 100,000 jobs, although the automaker has not confirmed those plans.
The report said Volkswagen continues to face pressure from U.S. tariffs, rising Chinese competition and weaker market performance, with labor unions strongly opposing further workforce reductions.
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