Volkswagen questioned by U.S. senator over human rights issues linked to China suppliers Volkswagen questioned by U.S. senator over human rights issues linked to China suppliers April 28, 2022 dzadmin Comments 0 Comment U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., wants VW to explain its decision to seek partnerships with the two Chinese companies to supply nickel, cobalt, lithium and other materials used to make batteries for EVs.