Audi has suspended production of the Audi A3 and Audi Q2 cars at its plant in Ingolstadt due to the storm that hit that part of Germany. Heavy rain and storms caused rivers to overflow, flooding the roads and surrounding areas near the factory.
The Ingolstadt plant is Audi’s largest facility where the A3, Q2, A4 and A5 models are produced, and the company has currently suspended day shift operations while night shift operations are being considered. Access to the plant has been blocked for workers, so for employees who do not live in flooded areas, Audi management has offered the possibility of using its flexible work options.
It should also be noted that the production of the new electric model Q6 e-tron started there, but it was temporarily suspended for technical reasons. Production of the Q6 e-tron will resume next week, according to a statement from the German brand.
Unfortunately, two people lost their lives in the storm, several went missing, while thousands of people had to leave their homes due to high water levels.
Source: Reuters
