Volkswagen Launches Largest Job Cuts in Germany Over Misconduct
Volkswagen Group, the parent company of Volkswagen, has started its largest employee layoffs in the first half of 2025, primarily targeting vehicle manufacturing. By 2030, the company aims to reduce about 35,000 jobs in Germany, with around 20,000 exits already contractually agreed by mid-2025. This move affects all ten German VW sites, particularly in western and Saxon locations, as well as Osnabrück.
The layoffs come as a result of misconduct issues, including unexcused absenteeism and rule violations. Over 300 employees at the core brand VW alone have been terminated across six German sites. In total, Volkswagen Group has dismissed over 500 employees in 2025 due to misconduct.
Following the diesel scandal, the company has introduced internal statistics to track warnings and terminations. This move is part of Volkswagen's ongoing efforts to improve its internal culture and ensure compliance with company rules.
The Volkswagen Group's job cuts are a significant step in its restructuring efforts. The company aims to reduce its workforce by 35,000 by 2030, with a substantial number of exits already planned by mid-2025. Misconduct, such as unexcused absenteeism and rule violations, has led to over 500 dismissals in 2025 alone. Volkswagen Group continues to monitor and address misconduct through internal statistics.
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