Volkswagen Group is reassessing the future of Seat amid growing momentum for its performance-focused Cupra sub-brand, raising concerns among Spanish unions over potential job losses at the Martorell plant, where thousands work. The review comes as the automaker weighs strategic shifts in its lineup, with labor representatives warning that scaling back Seat could destabilize one of Spain’s largest manufacturing sites. Industry observers are watching closely to see how the company balances brand realignment with workforce stability. The decision could signal broader restructuring in Volkswagen’s European operations.
Volkswagen Group says Seat's future is under review as Cupra gains traction. Spanish unions warn that discontinuing the mass-market brand risks jobs at the Martorell plant, which employs 12,000 people ...
