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Why a longer working week may not fix Volkswagen's woes

German automakers face high labor costs and foreign competition. Calls are rising to extend the standard 35-hour work week to 40 hours. This change could potentially reduce costs for German auto plants. However, experts doubt it will solve structural issues or demand problems. Unions advocate for cooperation, citing past successful agreements for flexibility.

3 Sep 2026 10:51 am