VW, BMW, FCA, others make changes to protect profits in China

Earnings at European automakers such as VW Group and Fiat Chrysler are at risk from a sales slowdown in China caused by the ongoing trade war between the U.S. and Beijing. (Photo: iStock)

April 01, 2019 07:00 AM

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