Anniversary in Zwickau: 35 years VW Polo - a success story!

Anniversary in Zwickau: 35 years VW Polo - a success story!

Zwickau, Deutschland - Today we look back on an impressive time in the VW plant in Zwickau: 35 years ago, on May 21, 1990, the first polo rolled off the assembly line. In the city of Mosel, where Trabant models were once produced, the employees celebrated this special anniversary. The Polo, equipped with a 1.3-liter engine and 55 hp in Alpinweiß, has developed into a real museum piece, while its successors meet modern requirements.

Jörn Kaiser and Udo Friedrich, both since the early days of the work, tell of the challenges and successes that they have experienced in over three decades. In 1990 the era of Volkswagen construction began as a joint venture between VW and the Vehicle Construction Industry Association (IFA). Since then, not only the polo, but also Golf, Passat and numerous other models have been produced in Zwickau. Since 2020, the focus has been on fully electric vehicles such as ID.3, ID.4 and Audi Q4 e-tron that represent the future of mobility.

from Trabant to Polo

Before the Polo conquered the production hall, Jörn and Udo assembled Trabant models. "The transition was not easy," explains Udo. "But VW was a blessing for Zwickau and the whole region 30 years ago." It makes it clear how important the change towards e-mobility is for the future. The generation change in automotive production is noticeable, he says: "The younger colleagues think the new models are great."

not everything went smoothly. The beginnings were characterized by hard work and challenges. It is not uncommon for the employees to deal with long layers and short breaks. Some left the company due to the hard conditions. "In the past we were laughed at when we had to make night shifts," recalls a long -time worker who has now recognized the positive turn in the mood of the workforce. "We have always developed over the years and our heart was tuned."

optimism in difficult times

Despite the current challenges for VW, the workforce remains optimistic. "The orders are there, even if the mood is not the best for some," says Jörn. The work has not only mastered many changes, but also looks optimistically into the future. With a strong community and belief in the continued existence of the location, the employees do everything possible to cope with the challenges of the automotive industry.

The story of VW in Zwickau is more than just a production history. It is a testimony about adaptability and the power of change in a rapidly changing world that will continue to accompany us in the coming years. Here the tradition and future combine, well -known models and innovative electrical solutions that hit the pulse of time.

For more information about the development of VW history, take a look at the [Volkswagen-Chronik] (https://www.volkswagen-group.com/de/volkswagen-chronik-17351/1934-bis-193-der-Deutsche-Volkswerk-Deutschen-Automobile industry) Exciting details about the beginnings and challenges.