Volkswagen suffers €6bn loss as sales crisis deepens

What happened: Volkswagen reported a third-quarter 2026 loss of €5.8bn as worldwide vehicle deliveries fell 14pc, including a 40pc drop in China. Bosses warned they were running out of time for a turnaround. Key numbers: Q3 2026 loss €5.8bn, up from €1.1bn a year earlier. Deliveries down 14pc worldwide, 40pc in China. Why it matters: The result was VW's worst since 2015, when Dieselgate charges hit earnings. Investor Union Investment called the loss a warning sign for the entire sector and for policymakers, and pressure is mounting on CEO Oliver Blume to speed up the overhaul.

Volkswagen reported a third-quarter 2026 loss of €5.8bn as worldwide vehicle deliveries fell 14pc, including a 40pc drop in China. Bosses warned they were running out of time for a turnaround.

The result was VW's worst since 2015, when Dieselgate charges hit earnings. Investor Union Investment called the loss a warning sign for the entire sector and for policymakers, and pressure is mounting on CEO Oliver Blume to speed up the overhaul.