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Volkswagen says it is working to identify risks in Nexperia row

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Posted on October 16, 2025

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BERLIN (Reuters) -Volkswagen is working to identify potential risks in its supply chain resulting from a trade and intellectual property row over the Chinese-owned computer chip maker Nexperia, a

Volkswagen Evaluates Supply Chain Risks Amid Nexperia Dispute

BERLIN (Reuters) -Volkswagen is working to identify potential risks in its supply chain resulting from a trade and intellectual property row over the Chinese-owned computer chip maker Nexperia, a spokesperson for the German carmaker said on Thursday.

The spokesperson said Nexperia was not a direct supplier of Volkswagen Group but that some of the company's parts are used in its vehicle components.

"At this time, our production is unaffected. We are in close contact with all relevant stakeholders in light of the current situation to identify potential risks at an early stage and to be able to make decisions regarding any necessary measures," the spokesperson added.

(Reporting by Rachel More, Editing by Friederike Heine)

Key Takeaways

  • Volkswagen is assessing supply chain risks due to Nexperia dispute.
  • Nexperia is not a direct supplier but impacts Volkswagen components.
  • Volkswagen's production is currently unaffected.
  • The company is in contact with stakeholders to manage risks.
  • The dispute involves trade and intellectual property issues.

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What is risk management?
Risk management involves identifying, assessing, and prioritizing risks followed by coordinated efforts to minimize, monitor, and control the probability or impact of unfortunate events.
What is intellectual property?
Intellectual property refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, symbols, names, and images used in commerce.

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