Around 200 workers at Audi's Brussels factory protested against the potential closure of the plant, which could jeopardize 3,000 jobs, amid broader challenges in Europe's electric vehicle (EV) market. Analysts attribute the difficulties to low demand, competition from cheaper Chinese vehicles, and a six percent drop in new EV registrations across Europe. The Brussels facility, referred to as the 'cradle' of Audi's electric drive, shifted to EV production in 2018 but is now facing closure due to decreasing demand for models like the Q8 e-tron and high production costs. Protests have included sleeping outside the factory and demonstrations in solidarity, reflecting the workers' frustrations over the company's direction. The European Union is under pressure to support local manufacturers as it approaches a 2035 deadline to phase out fossil fuel vehicles, but the situation may already be too late for the workers. Belgian unions have announced nationwide strikes in response to the impending layoffs.