Audi to Cut 7,500 Jobs in Germany by 2029 as Part of Restructuring

The automaker aims to save over 1 billion euros annually while investing 8 billion euros in German plants and securing extended employment guarantees.

Audi will eliminate 7,500 positions in Germany, focusing on indirect areas like administration and development, with no forced redundancies until 2033.
The company plans to save over 1 billion euros annually through voluntary workforce reductions, including early retirement and partial retirement programs.
An 8 billion euro investment will be directed toward Audi's plants in Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm to support production of new vehicle models, including the next-generation Q3 and a new electric vehicle.
The Betriebsrat negotiated key protections, including the insourcing of 1,000 previously outsourced jobs and the preservation of employee benefits such as wages and allowances.
Audi's restructuring follows a challenging 2024, marked by a 33% profit drop due to weak demand in China, production delays, and broader industry pressures.