VW cuts shifts at Zwickau plant on lackluster EV demand

VW ID3 production Zwickau — VW ID3 production is pictured in Zwickau. (Oliver Killig/Oliver Killig)

November 16, 2023 09:42 AM

Volkswagen has cut the number of shifts at its all-electric plant in Zwickau, Germany to keep the site viable as it reacts to subdued demand for electric cars.

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