Volkswagen Group’s new “Future Plan 2030” will cut an additional 50,000 jobs and trim half of its model lineup by 2035, signaling a major shift in how the automaker operates its global plants. The plan focuses on streamlining production, concentrating on high‑margin electric vehicles, and consolidating manufacturing sites to improve efficiency. The restructuring will affect a wide range of brands under the VW umbrella, potentially reshaping the availability of certain models for consumers while aiming to position the group as a leader in sustainable mobility.


Future Plan 2030 slashes 50,000 additional jobs and half the lineup by 2035, reshaping Volkswagen Group plants and model choices for drivers.