"Volkswagen Cracks Down on Suppliers: Tightening Quality Standards" In a move aimed at improving the reliability and performance of its vehicles, Volkswagen is taking a harder stance on its suppliers. The automaker has announced plans to step up enforcement of its cost and quality rules, imposing stricter penalties on parts makers that fail to meet key targets. As a result, some suppliers who consistently miss the mark will be barred from bidding on new business, a significant blow to their bottom line. The crackdown is part of Volkswagen's broader effort to restore its reputation for building high-quality vehicles and comes after a series of high-profile recalls and quality control issues in recent years.
The automaker is stepping up enforcement of its cost and quality rules, including preventing some parts makers from bidding on new business if they fail to hit key targets.
