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VW Cuts Production In Portugal

January 2009 | Company News Alert

German automotive manufacturer Volkswagen (VW) will temporarily cut production at its Autoeuropa plant in Portugal in Q109. However, the manufacturer has confirmed that it will maintain its long-term investment plans at the plant.

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