27-08-2026 02:00 via theguardian.com

VW workers boo boss as he urges them to ‘pull together’ amid job cuts

The Guardian - Oliver Blume faces workforce at German HQ as carmaker struggles against Chinese competition and US tariffsThe chief executive of Volkswagen has faced boos and whistles of protest at the companymp;#146;s headquarters after telling thousands of workers that a comprehensive reorganisation, which could include job losses and factory closures, is vital for its future.As Oliver Blume urged more than 10,000 workers on Tuesday to mp;#147;pull togethermp;#148;, saying drastic restructuring
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