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Dieselgate

German carmaker Volkswagen has admitted to rigging millions of diesel vehicles worldwide in a bid to thwart emissions tests in the US and elsewhere.

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Volkswagen's crisis: How can Europe's car industry survive?

Volkswagen's crisis: How can Europe's car industry survive?

While Europe's carmakers mull factory closures their Chinese rivals want to set up shop here. What's going wrong?
BusinessSeptember 23, 2024
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Ex-VW boss on trial over 'Dieselgate' scandal

Ex-VW boss on trial over 'Dieselgate' scandal

Martin Winterkorn is accused of perjury, market manipulation, and fraud.
BusinessSeptember 3, 202401:31 min
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Corporate values: Why do companies bother saying 'sorry'?

Corporate values: Why do companies bother saying 'sorry'?

Saying "sorry" can be hard. For companies admitting mistakes can be a matter of survival. Sometimes customers want more.
BusinessAugust 5, 2024
A sign outside a Toyota dealership in Tokyo, Japan, on January 30, 2024

Is Japan's car-testing scandal the new Dieselgate?

Is Japan's car-testing scandal the new Dieselgate?

Toyota, Mazda, Suzuki and Yamaha were found to have submitted incorrect or manipulated test data when certifying cars.
BusinessJune 9, 2024
Two car exhaust pipes shown in front of a VW logo on the car company's headquarters

Major Dieselgate trial begins in Germany

Major Dieselgate trial begins in Germany

A long investigation and the pandemic held up proceedings against those deemed responsible for the VW emissions scandal.
BusinessSeptember 16, 2021
Former Audi boss Stadler in court

First CEO faces trial over 'dieselgate' scandal

First CEO faces trial over 'dieselgate' scandal

Five years after VW and its subsidiaries were caught using emissions cheat devices, the first CEO is in the dock.
BusinessSeptember 30, 2020
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