12 Automakers idle production after Ukraine invasion; VW, Renault, Nokian, John Deere. Volkswagen and Renault, tire maker Nokian Tyres, and farm equipment giant John Deere, on Friday outlined plans to shut or shift manufacturing operations following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. (www.autoblog.com) posted 2 years ago by moodyblue 2 years ago by moodyblue +12 / -0 0 comments share 0 comments share save hide report block hide replies