On the Dash: Volkswagen is putting greater focus on U.S. sales and profitability as weakness in China and Europe adds pressure. Dealers face a shifting product strategy, including the upcoming Atlas redesign, delayed hybrids and a potential U.S.-built pickup. Leadership turnover and Scout’s direct-sales plans add uncertainty for VW and Audi dealers as the automaker reshapes its U.S. operations. Volkswagen has appointed Marco Schubert as the new North American leader for VW Group, replacing Kjell Gruner on Oct. 1. In this role, Schubert will oversee the group’s North American operations and report directly to CEO Oliver Blume. The appointment is part of VW’s strategy to regain momentum in a key…
