Volkswagen searches for new path at Europe’s largest EV factory

Volkswagen searches for new path at Europe’s largest EV factory

Volkswagen's largest electric car factory in Europe, located in the German city of Zwickau, is entering a new era in its operations. After years of high expectations and ambitious plans, the plant is now looking for a different path in order to maintain its important role within the group. The reason for the changes lies in weaker production, rising costs and increasingly strict environmental regulations. The German manufacturer has confirmed th…

VW investing millions in auto recycling in Germany

Editor’s Note: Opportunities in automotive recycling will be featured in sessions at the 2026 Plastics Recycling Conference, Feb. 23-25 in San Diego, California. Register now! German vehicle manufacturer Volkswagen plans to invest up to €90 million ($108 million) in its Zwickau plant over the next few years, with the state of Saxony providing up to €10.7 million ($13 million).  The money will go toward plant conversion work, technical equipment …