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Volkswagen is replacing its top U.S. executive after steep sales declines

Marco Schubert will take over as head of the North American region in October, reporting directly to CEO Oliver Blume

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Volkswagen is replacing its top North American executive following a prolonged sales slump — roughly 14% across the group in the U.S. last year, with declines continuing into the first half of 2026 at around 7%. Marco Schubert, a veteran executive at the German automaker, will assume responsibility for the North American region on October 1, succeeding Kjell Gruner, who is leaving the company.

Gruner had come to Volkswagen in December 2024 following a tenure at electric-vehicle startup Rivian $RIVN, meaning he held the North American role for under two years.........

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