https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/vw-reduce-model-engine-lineup-invest-in-evs/

At the same time, VW plans to simplify production (and make it more profitable) by building fewer cars with fewer types of powertrains. "Complexity is too high, so we need to reduce that to boost productivity at our plants," VW passenger cars chief operating officer Ralf Brandstätter said in a statement.

VW will simplify its portfolio and offer "a customized product range" -- in other words, fewer models overall. And slow-selling engine/transmission combinations will be cut, with the overall goal of reducing the number of powertrain combinations by 25 percent. "Low-demand variants will be discontinued and there will be intelligent equipment packages," Brandstätter said.