Volkswagen CEO: Volkswagen Group Says It Currently Has Sufficient Chip Supplies Despite Disruptions Due to a Chinese Ban on Exports by Chip Maker Nexperia.


Volkswagen CEO: Group Has Sufficient Chip Supply Amid Crisis

Volkswagen has extended its partnership with Amazon Web Services for five years to boost efficiency with AI and cloud computing. The Digital Production Platform, already in 43 sites, will help cut costs, improve reliability, and speed up innovation across global factories.

Volkswagen extends Amazon Web Services deal for 5 years to cut costs using AI

The sharp reduction in Volkswagen's earnings was primarily attributed to the 25 per cent US tariff on European car imports, implemented in April, which continues to impact profitability, especially for Audi and Porsche, which rely heavily on US sales.

Volkswagen slashes outlook as US tariffs add $1.5 billion in costs

Autonews | Volkswagen's cost-cutting program is reportedly progressing well, with factory costs at the VW brand decreasing and headcount reduced by 7,000 employees.

Volkswagen lowers profit margin expectations amid tariff uncertainty

Autonews | The European Commission presented a plan to ease restrictions concerning EU carbon emissions after receiving backing from the car industry.

VW quarterly profits plummet on US tariffs, EU carbon rules, and restructuring costs

Autonews | Volkswagen Group saw a substantial uptick in Western Europe during the first quarter of 2025 as total vehicle orders increased from all product categories.

Volkswagen's Europe EV sales surge, more than double in first quarter

Autonews | The stock prices of General Motors underwent a nearly 7% reduction on Thursday and Ford and Stellantis also experienced share value declines.

Trump's auto tariffs trigger global industry turmoil, threatening higher prices and job losses

Autonews | Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line demonstrates superior dimensions through its length of 4539 mm and width of 1859 mm and height of 1656 mm and wheelbase of 2680 mm.

Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line to launch in India in April; pre-bookings commence

Autonews | The stock divestment price settled at 32.75 euros stands slightly below market value to secure institutional investors and smooth the transaction.

Volkswagen sells Traton stake for 360 million euros to boost trading liquidity

Autonews | The Volkswagen and FAW joint venture shows its electric vehicle commitment through its announcement of six electric models among its total eleven new vehicle releases.

Volkswagen and FAW joint venture to launch 11 China-specific models from 2026

You might not relate Volkswagen with sausages—however, according to the company’s balance sheets, their specialty currywurst is more famous than its cars.

In 2024, Volkswagen sold 8.5 million currywursts, breaking its previous record, while car sales lagged behind at 5.2 million units.

The German automaker has been producing this sausage since 1973, initially for factory workers, but it has now expanded to supermarkets across 12 countries.

Volkswagen sells more sausages than cars

Volkswagen set a surprising record in 2024 – it sold more sausages than cars.

Volkswagen sold more sausages than cars last year

Volkswagen is considering a return to military vehicle production as Europe ramps up its defense capabilities. With growing geopolitical tensions and increased defense spending, European car manufacturers, including VW, are exploring military contracts.

Volkswagen explores military vehicle production amid European rearmament

Autonews | Volkswagen projects continued expenses will include both EV production costs and expenses for combustion engine vehicles and battery cell plant construction.

Volkswagen predicts flat margins amid cost-cutting and trade uncertainty

A major tax dispute is brewing between Volkswagen and Indian authorities. The German automaker is accused of wrongly classifying its car imports for 12 years, evading $1.4 billion in taxes. If found guilty, Volkswagen could owe a staggering $2.8 billion, including penalties and interest, according to a report by Reuters. Watch in for more details!

Volkswagen accused of misclassifying car imports for 12 years

Autonews | The strategic collaboration extends far beyond battery development since the entities plan to unite efforts for essential aspects spanning throughout the eV ecosystem.

Volkswagen and CATL forge partnership for lithium battery development in China

India is demanding a record $1.4 billion in back taxes from Volkswagen, triggering a legal battle. Volkswagen has sued Indian authorities to challenge the claim, raising concerns among foreign investors. With automakers facing $6 billion in tax demands, experts warn that lengthy disputes could hurt India’s business-friendly image.

India demands $1.4 bn in back taxes from Volkswagen

Autonews | Volkswagen is presently evaluating how their operations and the automotive sector could be affected by the recently announced tariffs.


Volkswagen urges dialogue to prevent trade dispute amid Trump tariffs

Volkswagen’s Indian unit, Skoda auto Volkswagen India, has filed a legal challenge against the Indian government’s $1.4 billion tax demand, calling it "Impossibly enormous" and contradictory to India's import taxation rules. This is according to an exclusive Reuters report citing company filings.

Report: Volkswagen challenges $1.4 Bn tax demand in India

Autonews | Volkswagen confronts multiple challenges including mounting operational expenses and a Chinese automaker rival while transitioning to EVs facing new regulations. 


Volkswagen warns against economic fallout of proposed Trump tariffs

Autonews | The Dresden factory, with 340 employees and production of the ID.3 EV, is due to die down in 2025, while the Osnabrück factory with 2,300 employees will close by 2027.


Chinese automakers eye Volkswagen factories in Germany

These cuts are part of a broader strategy at VW to focus on reducing fixed costs and adapting to the industry's accelerating transition toward electric vehicles and digitalisation. 

 



Volkswagen managers face 10% pay cut as part of bonus reduction plan: report

Marathon talks between Volkswagen and IG Metall union over cost-cutting measures and job security enter critical phase amidst growing tensions.

 



Volkswagen-Union negotiations deadlocked over German plant restructuring

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