German FAZ: AfD-close association Center wants to foot at VW subsidiary company

The AfD-related employee organization center wants to gain a foothold at VW and is now demanding access to the company in court. Before the Braunschweig Labor Court, the association, which describes itself as an “alternative union”, complains against the VW subsidiary Volkswagen Group Services. There was no agreement on the chamber date on Thursday. A… Continue reading German FAZ: AfD-close association Center wants to foot at VW subsidiary company

German FAZ: Kater mood in Autoland009754

For months, the German auto industry has been hoping that it will be relieved at least a bit in the global storm. But instead, it seems that the difficulties pile up. The business figures of the two luxury manufacturers Mercedes and Porsche show little bright spots, and the bosses of both companies made it clear… Continue reading German FAZ: Kater mood in Autoland009754

German Manager Magazin: Daimler Truck: Walking market in North America makes Dax Group to create 004353

The uncertain economic situation as a result of the US tariffs does the commercial vehicle manufacturer Daimler Truck to accomplish. The DAX group reduced its annual view again because of the ongoing market weakness in North America. In the industrial business without financial services, boss Karin Radström (46) in 2025 now assumes sales from 44… Continue reading German Manager Magazin: Daimler Truck: Walking market in North America makes Dax Group to create 004353

Trade deal aside, Mercedes and Porsche see more tariff pain on the way

Despite the contours of a preliminary trade deal, German automakers Mercedes (MBG.DE) and Porsche (P911.DE) are still in a world of pain, suffering from the strain of Trump’s tariffs and shifting consumer preferences in markets like the US and China. First up, Mercedes. In the second quarter, the luxe carmaker reported revenue fell 10% to… Continue reading Trade deal aside, Mercedes and Porsche see more tariff pain on the way