Story no.337National· GermanyOngoingPlants, jobs and earningsLowDE Germany31 Oct → 4 Nov3 facts · 9 art.
Audi: controversy and strategy around maintaining diesel and internal combustion
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In brief
Ongoing story bringing together 3 events involving Audi and Volkswagen Group, in Allemagne, followed from 31 October 2026 to 4 November 2026. 9 articles from 2 sources (plants, jobs and earnings); last updated on 4 November 2026 at 22:30.
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- 05h40
Controversy in Germany over Audi boss's positions
Statements by Audi boss Gernot Döllner have sparked outrage in Germany, where some believe the country has other priorities than debates about the automaker.
Augsburger Allgemeine
- 05h01
Audi confirms it will keep diesel in its strategy
Audi explains why diesel remains a pillar of its offering, despite the transition to electric.
Augsburger Allgemeine
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- Audi · 58,574 reg. (EU + EFTA + UK, Sept 26) · 43 recall(s) in 12 months
- Volkswagen Group · 308,474 reg. (EU + EFTA + UK, Sept 26) · 158 recall(s) in 12 months
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| Articles | Outlets | |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | 8 | 1 |
| Peru | 1 | 1 |
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| Articles | Outlets | |
|---|---|---|
| German | 8 | 1 |
| Spanish | 1 | 1 |
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