Volkswagen is facing significant internal pressure following the announcement of 140,000 potential job cuts. The company’s works council has scheduled extraordinary meetings with employees in August, demanding answers regarding the future of various plants. CEO Oliver Blume will attend these meetings to address worker anxieties and clarify the implications of the restructuring plan. The decision to implement these cuts was reportedly made without prior consultation, leading to a lack of transparency that has fueled employee unrest. Reuters reports this move forces Blume to directly engage with the workforce. The meetings aim to provide clarity and potentially mitigate further tensions within the automotive giant. The scale of the potential job losses has created a climate of uncertainty for Volkswagen employees.