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Volkswagen Plans to Cut Up to 100,000 Jobs and Close Four German Plants

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Volkswagen Plans to Cut Up to 100,000 Jobs and Close Four German Plants

Volkswagen AG is planning to eliminate up to 100,000 jobs and shut down four factories in Germany as CEO Oliver Blume pushes to make the company more competitive. The scale of cuts is massive for one of the world's largest automakers. The move reflects the deep pressure traditional carmakers face as the industry shifts toward EVs.

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Volkswagen's crisis is a warning sign for the entire global auto industry โ€” including Indian suppliers and auto companies that depend on global demand.

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