Weak Demand - Production in Zwickau and Dresden at a Standstill - VW Cuts Production at German Plants Amidst Shifting EV and Gasoline Demand
Volkswagen (VW) has announced production cuts and stoppages at several of its German plants due to varying market demands. The company aims to adjust output to match sales figures for both electric and combustion engine vehicles.
VW will temporarily halt production at its Zwickau and Dresden plants due to weak demand for electric vehicles (EVs). A one-week shutdown began today, with further closures planned in the coming months. The Emden plant will also experience several days of production stoppages due to low demand.
In contrast, the main plant in Wolfsburg will operate almost weekly overtime shifts until Christmas. This is to keep up with the high demand for gasoline-powered models. Meanwhile, the Osnabrück plant will have at least one weekly shutdown day until the end of the year, with an additional week off planned in October. This move is attributed to poor sales of built-in convertibles.
VW's production adjustments aim to balance supply and demand. While some plants face temporary closures due to weak demand for EVs and convertibles, others, like Wolfsburg, will operate overtime to meet the high demand for gasoline cars. The company continues to monitor market trends and adapt its production schedule accordingly.
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