# Volkswagen to cut another 50,000 jobs to counter tariffs and Chinese competition

https://mins.news/en/item/44585

- France 24, 2026-09-04 00:34 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/technology/20260904-volkswagen-to-cut-another-50-000-jobs-to-counter-tariffs-and-chinese-competition

> Volkswagen said Thursday it will eliminate another 50,000 jobs worldwide in the biggest restructuring in its 89-year history. The German automaker is under pressure from US tariffs, excess capacity and fierce Chinese competition, while the plan outlines the future of four German plants.

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