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Volkswagen cuts ICE shifts as EV demand outpaces gas models in Germany

Volkswagen's new entry-level EVs are drawing more orders than its combustion models in Germany, prompting the automaker to cancel planned ICE shifts at Wolfsburg while adding capacity at EV plants. The ID. Polo has already amassed over 40,000 European orders, with some trims sold out and waitlists stretching past 10 months.