# Volkswagen’s Seat on the brink as Chinese rivals gain ground

https://mins.news/en/item/62092

- Reuters, 2026-09-17 05:10 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/volkswagens-seat-brink-chinese-rivals-gain-ground-2026-09-17/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6aab7631a4391a0001267c61

> Volkswagen’s sweeping restructuring appears likely to bring an end to its struggling Spanish marque Seat. Experts foresee broad consolidation across the auto industry, potentially making Seat the first major car brand to fall victim to the rise of Chinese automakers.

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