Volkswagen considers move into Iron Dome production at German site

Volkswagen is reportedly exploring a deal to manufacture parts for Israel’s Iron Dome missile defence system at a factory in Germany, marking a significant shift by the struggling carmaker towards military production. According to the Financial Times, the German auto giant has held talks with Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defense Systems about repurposing its plant in Osnabruck to produce key components for the system, including launch platforms, power units and heavy-duty vehicles used to transport missile batteries. The reported move highlights the pressure facing Germany’s car industry as manufacturers struggle to compete with Chinese electric vehicle makers and falling demand in key markets. It also signals a wider turn towards defence production across parts of German industry, backed by increased military […]