Volkswagen Factories Halt Vehicle Production Across Germany Due to Major Internal IT Outage

Volkswagen hit by major IT outage, halting vehicle production in Germany
Outage affected VW brand factories across Germany, as well as Audi and component factories
VW says external cyberattack unlikely to be cause, working to fix internal IT issue
Outage adds to existing production challenges, including lower demand for EVs
Affects major VW sites including headquarters in Wolfsburg and Zwickau EV plant

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