Volkswagen to Appoint New North America Chief Amid Leadership Shakeup

Volkswagen Group is considering a change in its North American leadership. The current head of North America, Kjell Gruner, is expected to be replaced. Marco Schubert, currently the sales boss for Audi, is being discussed as a possible successor and could assume the role of North America chief for the entire Volkswagen Group. No final decision has been confirmed, but the move would give the new executive greater authority, addressing concerns that the previous position reported up to the board and lacked real power.

The potential appointment reflects ongoing challenges for foreign car makers in the United States and aims to strengthen Volkswagen’s market strategy in the region.