VW Will Do All It Can to Avoid Tariffs, CEO Says

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by Volkswagen in 2019, including market uncertainties like Brexit and US tariffs. It highlights the company's strategic priorities, such as preparing for a potential IPO of the Truck division and improving efficiency and productivity. The impact of Ford's emissions issue on cooperation is addressed, along with Audi's development and expectations. The transcript concludes with Volkswagen's commitment to investing in the US to avoid aggressive import taxes.

What are some of the market uncertainties mentioned in the first section?

• Decreasing demand for electric cars

• Rising oil prices

• Brexit and potential US tariffs

• New competitors entering the market

What is a major strategic focus for Volkswagen mentioned in the second section?

• Reducing the workforce

• Launching a new line of luxury cars

• Preparing for a potential IPO of the Truck division

• Expanding into new markets

What is necessary for the automotive industry to overcome challenges, according to the second section?

• Partnerships with tech companies

• More government subsidies

• Increased advertising

• Higher productivity and more flexibility

How does the issue at Ford affect Volkswagen's cooperation talks?

• It has no influence

• It strengthens the talks

• It causes a delay

• It leads to a cancellation

What is Volkswagen's strategy to avoid import taxes in the US?

• Investing more in the United States

• Partnering with local manufacturers

• Lobbying against tariffs

• Reducing exports to the US