Reports indicate that Mercedes-Benz is set to reduce labor costs in Germany by a substantial €800 million, though the precise measures to be implemented remain undecided. The management team is currently weighing up various strategies, including the introduction of additional unpaid working hours, modifications to vacation and Christmas bonus structures, and the removal of certain special allowances, all aimed at attaining the targeted cost savings. It's worth noting that Mercedes-Benz has already made strides in cost reduction through a voluntary departure initiative. Furthermore, the company envisions boosting the share of employees utilizing AI in their daily work to 70% by the close of 2026.
