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The Latest Breaking News from Volkswagen

US jobs report smashes forecasts; shares in Falklands oil explorers plunge as Argentina threatens sanctions – as it happened

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as US economy adds 162,000 new jobs in August

The Guardian - UK · Sep 4

Volkswagen to cut 100,000 jobs in biggest ever industry shake-up

German car giant Volkswagen said that management and unions had agreed to cut a further 50,000 jobs by the end of the decade, bringing total job losses to 100,000.

Euronews · Sep 4

Volkswagen Will Cut 50,000 Jobs And Slash Half Its Models By 2035

Future Plan 2030 slashes 50,000 additional jobs and half the lineup by 2035, reshaping Volkswagen Group plants and model choices for drivers.

Motor1 · Sep 4

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Schools in Middlesbrough to close early as funeral held for man killed in A66 police crash

Four schools in the South Bank area of Middlesbrough will close early on Friday due to anticipated transport disruption during a local funeral . The service is for 23-year-old Jakub Matusiak, one of seven people killed in an A66 crash on 22 August involving a police-pursued Volkswagen and an armed…

The Independent UK · Sep 4

Volkswagen to cut 100,000 jobs by end of decade in biggest restructuring in global auto industry

Volkswagen has approved plans to cut 100,000 jobs by the end of the decade, marking the biggest restructuring in the global auto industry. The automaker, hit by US tariffs, weak EV demand and Chinese competition, will also review the future of four German plants, though no closures have been approved.

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Volkswagen to cut 50,000 more jobs to counter tariffs and Chinese competition

Volkswagen announced Thursday that it will cut another 50,000 jobs worldwide, marking the biggest restructuring in the company's 89-year history, as the German carmaker faces pressure from US tariffs, overcapacity and fierce competition from Chinese rivals.

France 24 · Sep 4

Schools across Middlesbrough to shut early over pupils’ safety ahead of A66 crash victim’s funeral

Large crowds, motorbikes and quad bikes are expected to gather in the South Bank area for Mr Matusiak’s funeral

The Independent UK · Sep 3

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Schools in Middlesbrough to close early for A66 crash funeral

Evening Standard · Sep 3

Volkswagen to cut further 50,000 jobs as it ends row with union over revival plan

Under-pressure carmaker will shed 15% of workforce and halve its product line in sector’s biggest ever restructure

The Guardian - UK · Sep 3

Volkswagen board approves cutting 50,000 more jobs and closing 4 plants

Volkswagen’s board has approved a major cost-cutting plan to address competition and tariffs

The Independent UK · Sep 3

Moment Good Samaritans lift a car to free e-bike rider trapped underneath

Pennsylvania police chief credited the group's quick response with helping save the e-biker’s life

The Independent UK · Sep 3

Volkswagen's Seat Brand Might Be On The Chopping Block: Report

Volkswagen Group wants to pour its resources into Cupra, which is selling quite well.

Motor1 · Sep 3

Volkswagen Rumored To Close Four German Plants, 140,000 Jobs At Risk

EVs like the Volkswagen ID.4, ID.7 and Audi Q4 E-Tron could shift to lower-cost plants abroad, reshaping availability and pricing.

Motor1 · Sep 3

Why a longer working week may not fix Volkswagen's woes

German automakers face high labor costs and foreign competition. Calls are rising to extend the standard 35-hour work week to 40 hours. This change could potentially reduce costs for German auto plants. However, experts doubt it will solve structural issues or demand problems. Unions advocate for cooperation, citing past successful…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

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InsideEVs · Sep 2

Think Chinese Cars Aren't Safe? These New Crash Tests Say Otherwise

The Cupra Raval gets four stars, while its recently tested Chinese competition from Geely, Leapmotor, and Aion, earns five.

The Independent UK · Sep 2

German companies under pressure to adapt as China challenges them at their own game

China is challenging Germany at its own game of making advanced, highly engineered machinery

Motor1 · Sep 2

Tesla Driver Gets BMW After Swearing Off Gas Cars. Then She Fills Up At Shell And Sees Her Fuel Economy

"Got me side eyeing my Volkswagen."

InsideEVs · Sep 1

EVs Hit A Record 98.7% Market Share In Norway. These Are The Top Sellers

The overwhelming majority of Norwegian car buyers want EVs—and almost none want gas cars or hybrids.

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InsideEVs · Aug 31

Here's Our Best Look Yet At The Volkswagen ID.4 Successor

A boxier face, normal door handles, updated underpinnings and a new (but familiar) name are all coming to VW’s electric SUV that we currently know as the ID.4.

Motor1 · Aug 31

Volkswagen Design Boss Says Cars Should Look Friendlier, Not Aggressive

Andreas Mindt doesn't want to live in a world where cars "look like they were designed to kill zombies."

Motor1 · Aug 29

Woman’s Mechanic Replaces Volkswagen Battery. Then A Second Mechanic Discovers His Costly Mistake

“Who replaced the battery the 1st time!!!"

InsideEVs · Aug 29

VW Turned The ID. Buzz Into An Electric Camper Van. The U.S. Is Next.

The Volkswagen ID. California Cruise is a simple camper van based on the retro-styled ID. Buzz. A U.S. version is coming too.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 29

Four taken to hospital after major crash leaves two men in critical condition

POLICE are appealing for information after a crash on the A935 left four people in hospital, with two men in critical condition

International Business Times · Aug 28

Billionaires Who Turned Their Passion for Cars into Strategic Investments

Billionaires are turning their passion for collectible cars into strategic investments as the market attracts growing investor interest.

Motor1 · Aug 28

Meet Volkswagen's First-Ever Electric California Camper

Starting price around 60,800 euros, based on the ID. Buzz Pro and with vehicle-to-load functionality to power accessories and camping setups

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