Volkswagen May Walk Away from US Factories as Tariffs Bite

Volkswagen is reconsidering its future in America. Faced with soaring car tariffs, the world's second-largest automaker is now questioning whether to build new factories in the United States at all. What was once a flagship investment plan is suddenly in doubt.

In this video, we break down why Volkswagen says tariffs have become a deal breaker, how billions have already been wiped from its balance sheet, and why even expanding existing US plants may no longer make financial sense. We also explore what other outlets are revealing behind the scenes, including stalled talks with Washington and growing fears inside the company over policy instability.

This is not just about one carmaker. If Volkswagen walks away, it could signal a wider retreat by global manufacturers, reshaping where future factories, jobs and supply chains are built. Trade policy is no longer an abstract debate. It is changing real-world investment decisions in real time.

Is this the beginning of a broader corporate pullback from the US? And what does it mean for workers, consumers and the global economy?