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As VW Moves to Trim Model Lines, Chances of a Ducati Sale Grow Once Again

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As VW Moves to Trim Model Lines, Chances of a Ducati Sale Grow Once Again — PHOTO — VISORDOWN / © Visordown↗ View original

As Volkswagen proceeds with cuts to its model lineup, the possibility of selling off subsidiary Ducati is once again being raised. VW's latest comments are seen as suggesting a sale may be becoming more realistic, and attention is turning to the future of the storied motorcycle brand.

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Suresh Kawachi

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Suresh KawachiIndian Market · Southeast Asia Commentary

As VW narrows its model lineup, talk of a Ducati sale surfaces - this is a textbook case of a giant conglomerate being forced into selection and concentration. If a sale does happen, names from emerging capital or Asian players could well come up as buyers. I see how the ownership of a premium brand moves as a mirror reflecting the global power map of motorcycling.