Volkswagen is going through a phase of deep crisis, with the CEO of the German group warning of a situation "more than critical" affecting the company. This difficult moment has led to strong cost-cutting measures in various operations of the automotive giant.
The Autoeuropa factory, located in Palmela, Portugal, however, is protected from the austerity measures planned by the group. The Portuguese unit will not be affected by the cost cuts being implemented in other Volkswagen operations.
Autoeuropa took advantage of the shutdown period during the summer to accelerate preparations for the production of its first electric model. This investment in the transition to electric vehicles positions the Portuguese factory as strategic within the group.
The contrasting situation between the global group's crisis and the positive dynamics of the Portuguese factory, which moves forward with plans for the production of electric vehicles, securing its future within the Volkswagen structure.
