IEThe Irish Times
Volkswagen chief warns company facing ‘critical’ fight for survival
German car giant plans swingeing cuts across its business amid Chinese competition
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- The Irish Times
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- Ireland
- Source published
- 27 Aug 2026, 05:00 UTC
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- Byline
- Derek Scally
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German car giant plans swingeing cuts across its business amid Chinese competition
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Volkswagen chief warns company facing ‘critical’ fight for survival
German car giant plans swingeing cuts across its business amid Chinese competition
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- #3022
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- 27 Aug 2026, 05:15 UTC
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