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Volkswagen and Rivian Form Joint Venture, Deepening Alliance

The new agreement builds on an earlier announcement in which the German automaker said it would invest up to $5 billion in Rivian, a maker of electric vehicles. The new venture brings them closer.

By Jack Ewing and Melissa Eddy

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Volkswagen Considers Closing Plants in Germany

For the first time in its 87-year history, the automaker is considering shuttering factories in Germany, citing the need to remain competitive.

By Melissa Eddy

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Volkswagen Replaces Audi Chief Amid Pressure to Electrify

Gernot Döllner, who is considered close to Volkswagen’s chief executive, Oliver Blume, will take over at the luxury brand starting Sept. 1.

By Melissa Eddy

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Volkswagen Will Invest $193 Billion in Electric Cars and Software

The German automaker announced a plan to accelerate its transition to battery-powered vehicles and bolster operations in China and North America.

By Melissa Eddy