Volkswagen Is Expected to Cut 50,000 Jobs in Germany Before 2030

Published: Mar 12, 2026 11:58

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[Volkswagen Plans to Cut 50,000 Jobs in Germany by 2030] Volkswagen Group also announced on March 10 that it is expected to cut 50,000 jobs by 2030, mainly affecting employees in Germany and covering all brands under the group, including Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Skoda. The latest layoff figure increased by about 43 compared with the company's previously announced 35,000 job cuts.

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