"Volkswagen Eyes New Opportunities in Europe Amid Excess Capacity. In a move that could reshape the automotive landscape, German automaker Volkswagen is reportedly considering ways to utilize excess capacity at its European plants. With a significant stake in Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng, VW has hinted at exploring opportunities for its Chinese partners to expand into the European market. The potential partnership could not only address the excess production capacity but also bring cutting-edge electric vehicle technology to European consumers, setting the stage for a thrilling competition in the region's rapidly evolving automotive sector."


VW, which owns a stake in Xpeng, has previously said it would explore opportunities for its Chinese partners in Europe to address excess capacity at its plants.