Volkswagen to halt operations at two factories in Germany - report
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 25 2025
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Source: SeekingAlpha
Production Halt: Volkswagen is temporarily stopping production at its Emden and Zwickau factories in Germany due to low European demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and high import tariffs affecting U.S. sales.
Strategic Adjustments: To counteract the impact of U.S. tariffs, Volkswagen plans to increase investments in its U.S. factories and utilize artificial intelligence to enhance production efficiency, while Stellantis is also idling six European factories to adjust inventory levels.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
