German Auto Supplier to Close Five European Plants, Cut Thousands of Jobs

A major German auto supplier announced a restructuring program involving the closure of five plants in Europe and thousands of job losses, driven by weak combustion-engine demand, slower EV growth, and rising competition. The move signals deepening structural strain in the European auto supply chain, with potential ripple effects on regional employment and industrial output.

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