Volkswagen Faces Restructuring Challenges
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Volkswagen's cost-saving plan has been rejected by unions and the German state of Lower Saxony, stalling crucial reforms amidst a growing crisis. Meanwhile, Skoda Auto stated it remains unaffected by the parent company's restructuring. In Argentina, Volkswagen raised prices on its Taos SUV, which is imported from Mexico.
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