Audi CEO faces criticism over Trump rally appearance as the carmaker plans a new US plant in Georgia to cut tariff pressure.
Gernot Döllner criticised for in-person announcement of major investment in US days before midterm electionsThe head of the luxury carmaker Audi is under fire in Germany for appearing at a rally...
Trump announces Audi's $4 billion Georgia SUV plant, expected to create 4,500 jobs and produce 200,000 vehicles annually as US auto tariffs shape investment.
Audi's CEO defended the company's plans for a $4 billion plant in Georgia, calling it a business decision to grow sales and reduce exposure to U.S. tariffs.
President Donald Trump defended his decision to wield tariffs during a campaign rally in Georgia, saying they have made the US richer, as he announced that Volkswagen agreed to build a new US$4.2...
Audi confirmed the investment in a release, saying the plant would create about 4,500 jobs
The new assembly plant in Georgia is expected to produce 200,000 SUVs annually, a government official told Reuters.
Before the project can move forward, Volkswagen's supervisory board must grant final approval for the investment
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