Volkswagen Dismisses Over 500 Employees Amid Misconduct Surge
Volkswagen, the German automotive behemoth, has instigated a substantial workforce reduction due to misconduct issues. Over 500 employees across the group have been dismissed in 2025, with more than 300 of these terminations occurring at the core brand VW alone, spread across six German sites.
The dismissals follow a rise in misconduct cases, including unexcused absenteeism and rule violations. Volkswagen has not disclosed specific details about any individual leading efforts to enhance discipline and reduce misconduct within the group. This move comes as a response to the company's previous diesel scandal, which led to the introduction of internal statistics tracking warnings and terminations.
The dismissals, totaling over 500 employees, underscore Volkswagen's commitment to maintaining a disciplined workforce and adhering to company rules. The terminated employees were involved in misconduct, primarily unexcused absenteeism and rule violations.
