Volkswagen cere sprijin pentru industria auto europeană

The European auto industry faces increasing pressure from Chinese competitors and the costs of transitioning to electric vehicles. Volkswagen's CEO, Oliver Blume, calls for more flexible regulations and support measures from European authorities to maintain competitiveness and production bases. He emphasizes the need for affordable electric cars while controlling costs, especially for mass-market producers. Concurrently, Volkswagen is undergoing significant restructuring, including job cuts and potential factory closures, facing union opposition. The Paris Auto Show highlights new electric models amid a record presence of Chinese brands seeking market share in Europe. Stellantis' CEO also urges stronger incentives for local vehicle production.