Volkswagen Group
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- subsidiary of Qatar Investment Authority 100%
- parent of FAW-Volkswagen 100%
- parent of Lamborghini 100%
- parent of Bugatti 100%
- parent of Porsche Holding 100%
- parent of Porsche 100%
- parent of SAIC Volkswagen 100%
- subsidiary of Audi 90%
- employs Oliver Blume 90%
- competes with AlixPartners 90%
- parent of CARIAD 90%
- parent of Skoda 90%
- 2026-09-14 product_launch Volkswagen unveiled its Mission Efficiency prototype electric vehicle. source
- 2026-09-04 product_launch Volkswagen Group's shares surged over 6% following a surprise restructuring agreement. source
- 2026-09-04 product_launch Volkswagen Group announced a major restructuring plan including workforce reduction and factory phase-outs to address market challenges. source
- 2026-09-04 product_launch Volkswagen Group announced its "Future Plan 2030" restructuring program, which includes significant job cuts and model range reductions. source
- 2026-07-13 hiring Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume's memo suggests potential job cuts of up to 50,000 positions. source
- 2026-07-11 product_launch Volkswagen Group reported a 26% year-on-year drop in China deliveries, reaching the lowest point since 2010. source
- 2026-07-10 product_launch Volkswagen Group announced plans to significantly reduce its model lineup and factory footprint as part of a major efficiency overhaul. source
- 2026-07-09 regulatory Volkswagen Group is considering significant job cuts and factory closures as part of a cost-reduction plan, facing opposition from unions and regional government. source
- 2026-07-04 product_launch Volkswagen is planning to offer Apple Wallet car keys in future vehicles, allowing users to unlock and start their cars with an iPhone. source
- 2026-07-04 product_launch Volkswagen Group is planning to offer Apple Wallet car key functionality in future vehicles. source
- 2026-06-29 partnership Volkswagen Group is reportedly planning to end its autonomous driving collaboration with Bosch. source
- 2026-06-29 partnership Volkswagen is reportedly planning to end its autonomous driving collaboration with Bosch. source
- 2026-06-26 hiring Volkswagen is reportedly planning to cut up to 100,000 jobs globally and close four German factories as part of a major restructuring effort. source
- 2026-06-17 funding Volkswagen Group is seeking final bids for its $10 billion engine business unit. source
- 2026-05-19 funding Volkswagen International Finance is issuing up to 3 billion yuan in Panda bonds. source
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Volkswagen tops Fortune 500 Europe; finance sector leads revenue
The latest Fortune 500 Europe list reveals that Volkswagen Group has maintained its top position for the third consecutive year, despite industry pressures. The combined revenue of companies on the list reached a record…
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Europe's Fortune 500 companies hit record revenue, but margins narrow
The 2026 Fortune 500 Europe list reveals record combined revenues of $15.5 trillion, representing half of Europe's GDP, with profits seeing a modest 3% increase after a prior decline. Volkswagen Group maintained its top…
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Horizon ships 15M chips, powering new VW ID. AURA T6 with advanced AI driving
Horizon Robotics celebrated a significant milestone, announcing that its 15 millionth Journey series chip has been integrated into the FAW-Volkswagen ID. AURA T6 vehicle. The company, which has become the market leader …
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Volkswagen unveils Mission Efficiency EV prototype
Volkswagen has unveiled its Mission Efficiency prototype, a sleek electric coupe designed to set new benchmarks in EV efficiency. Built on the MEB+ platform, this vehicle showcases advanced aerodynamics and innovative d…
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Foreign carmakers slash prices on gasoline cars in China amid EV surge
Foreign automakers in China are offering significant discounts on gasoline-powered vehicles due to increased competition from electric cars. Companies like Volkswagen Group and Toyota have provided average discounts of …
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Volkswagen Group faces critical transformation as unions weigh radical plan
Volkswagen Group is facing a critical juncture as investors shift from disbelief to euphoria regarding its transformation plans. The company's future hinges on whether unions, under significant pressure, will agree to a…
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Volkswagen to convert German plant for Israeli defense equipment production
Volkswagen Group is reportedly planning to repurpose a car manufacturing plant in Germany to produce defense equipment for Israel. The specifics of the defense equipment and the timeline for this conversion remain uncle…
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Tech news roundup: VW e-bike test ride and MacBook diagnostics guide
Two separate tech news items cover distinct topics: one details a test ride of a Volkswagen-licensed e-bike in Berlin, highlighting its cost and enjoyable ride quality. The other provides instructions on how to access t…
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Volkswagen Group shares surge on surprise restructuring deal
Volkswagen Group's shares saw a significant increase of over 6% following a surprise restructuring agreement. Investors were taken aback by the deal, as they had anticipated a less decisive outcome from the supervisory board.
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Volkswagen to cut 50,000 jobs, phase out factories in major restructuring
Volkswagen Group announced a significant restructuring plan to cut costs and improve efficiency, including a reduction of 50,000 jobs and the phasing out of four German factories. This strategic move aims to address cha…
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Volkswagen to cut 50,000 jobs in major restructuring plan
Volkswagen Group has announced its "Future Plan 2030," a significant restructuring initiative aimed at improving its operating margin to nine percent by 2030. This plan involves cutting approximately 50,000 jobs across …
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Fortune to reveal Europe's 500 largest companies and host CEO forum
Fortune is preparing to release its annual Fortune 500 Europe list on September 16, highlighting the continent's largest companies by revenue. The publication will also host a CEO Forum in London on the same day, bringi…
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Horizon Robotics chips hit 15M mass production milestone
Horizon Robotics has announced that its Journey series intelligent driving chips have surpassed 15 million units in mass production. The company has secured over 500 mass production design wins, with nearly 130 in the m…
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China challenges German machinery dominance, impacting Europe's economy
China is increasingly challenging Germany's long-standing dominance in the production and export of highly engineered machinery, a sector crucial to the German economy. This intensified competition, driven by Chinese co…
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GE Vernova hires Rivian CFO Claire McDonough, impacting EV maker's stock
GE Vernova has hired Claire McDonough as its new CFO, bringing her experience from taking Rivian public and negotiating its joint venture with Volkswagen. McDonough will transition to GE Vernova in November, officially …
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XPeng expands revenue beyond car sales with tech licensing and carbon credits
XPeng is diversifying its revenue streams beyond vehicle sales, focusing on technology licensing and carbon credit collaborations to improve profitability. The company reported a significant increase in service and othe…
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Volkswagen faces pressure to prioritize investors over unions
Volkswagen Group's long-standing governance structure, which has historically prioritized labor interests over shareholder value, is facing increasing pressure. Both domestic and international factors, particularly from…
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AI Spreading Misinformation About Car Parts, Warns Mechanic
An automotive mechanic in North Carolina has issued a warning about the proliferation of misinformation regarding car parts, specifically citing Artificial Intelligence as a source of FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt).…
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Argo AI: The $7B self-driving startup that crashed
Argo AI, a self-driving technology startup once valued at $7 billion, ceased operations in October 2022 after its primary investors, Ford Motor Company and Volkswagen Group, withdrew their funding. Founded by former Goo…
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Crunchyroll anime streaming service coming to car infotainment systems
Crunchyroll is expanding its reach by becoming available on the Appning app store, which is integrated into the infotainment systems of vehicles from numerous automotive brands. This partnership will allow users to stre…