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Beatrix Keim: 'Volkswagen must reduce its massive complexity'

Beatrix Keim: Beim Aufstieg von Volkswagen in China dabei

Volkswagen faces plant closures and layoffs in Germany, yet is investing heavily in China. Expert Beatrix Keim from the Center Automotive Research (CAR) sees this as part of a strategy to remain successful both in China and globally despite overcapacity and weak sales.

Von Julia Fiedler

Feature

Volkswagen aims to reclaim its position in China

Germany's largest car manufacturer missed the start into the era of electric vehicles in China and is under pressure. At the start of the Beijing Motor Show, however, the group's executives remain optimistic.

Von Jörn Petring

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VW's slow transformation in China

In purely economic terms, Volkswagen performs well in China. But as far as electromobility is concerned, the giant company is lagging behind. To become more fit for the future, it needs to transform itself. And that is what the company is currently working on.

Von Christian Domke Seidel

Opinion

Volkswagen’s audit washing in Xinjiang

In light of new evidence of forced labor at a subsidiary of VW's joint venture in Xinjiang, a critical examination reveals that the audit report should never have claimed to provide an honest assessment of the situation.

Von Redaktion

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Volkswagen considers withdrawing from Xinjiang for the first time: Fund company sees new dimension reached

For the first time, there is a direct connection between a subsidiary of the VW joint venture in Xinjiang and the state's forced labor system. The corporation is no longer ruling out a withdrawal. An investment company has already taken action.

Von Marcel Grzanna

Interview

'A new era is dawning'

Car manufacturer Chery plans to enter the European market in 2024. First in Spain, later also in Germany. Julia Fiedler spoke with Charlie Zhang, Executive Vice President of Chery International, about the conditions in Germany.

Von Julia Fiedler

News

VW starts production of debut EV in Anhui

Manufacturers VW and JAC have started production of their first EV at their joint venture in Anhui's provincial capital. According to the city government, it is intended for export to Europe.

Von Redaktion

Feature

VW remains a sustainable investment for Union

With the successful special audit of its plant in Xinjiang, VW has gained more breathing room and investor confidence is bolstered. However, the location still has the potential to cause difficulties for the company.

Von Finn Mayer-Kuckuk

News

Volkswagen presents long-awaited Xinjiang audit

The Volkswagen Group denies knowledge of any collaboration between its Chinese joint ventures and vocational colleges integrated into the state's forced labor system in Xinjiang.

Von Marcel Grzanna

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New insights bring Volkswagen closer to forced labor

New findings from the Xinjiang Police Files put pressure on Volkswagen. According to the reports, the company has close connections to universities recruiting students from the state's reeducation program. VW cites a hiring freeze in response.

Von Marcel Grzanna

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Volkswagen audit in Xinjiang puts pressure on all parties involved

The countdown is on for the release of an audit report on human rights standards at the Volkswagen factory in Xinjiang. Much is at stake for the corporation, the auditing firm and investors, particularly their credibility.

Von Marcel Grzanna

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