Volkswagen has no interest in acquiring Chrysler or expanding cooperation accords, according to a report on Friday.

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“There is no such consideration here,” a Chrysler spokeswoman told Reuters.


The news agency said VW joins a growing list of companies to rule themselves out as a strategic partner for Chrysler – Hyundai Motor, Mitsubishi Motors, Fiat and the Renault-Nissan Motor alliance have all rejected a tie-up.


Reports earlier this week said that General Motors had begun talks with Chrysler on an acquisition or a strategic alliance.

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