Volkswagen wants to close the Seat brand in 2029, according to the German press.
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Reports from German media indicate that the Volkswagen Group is considering the closure of the Seat brand by 2029. This potential measure is reportedly part of a broader strategic restructuring package that includes the elimination of 100,000 jobs globally and the closure of four manufacturing facilities in Germany, all of which are expected to be discussed by the company's supervisory board.
In response to these reports, Seat has officially stated that no decisions regarding the future of the brand have been finalized. The company maintains that it will provide updates on any strategic developments as they occur.
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Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina)Focuses on the company's official denial of the reports.
El Mundo (Madrid, Spain)Highlights the broader context of global job cuts and factory closures.
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