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UK car industry impact?
Although Volkswagen is a German company, its decisions ripple through the global automotive supply chain, including the UK. Many British companies supply parts or services to VW, so job cuts and factory closures could indirectly affect UK businesses and their employees. It also highlights the intense competition faced by all car manufacturers.
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