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Now VW Set For Independent Probe Of Scandal

May, 23 2016, 14:49

German investors' association DSW called has called for an independent audit of Volkswagen's emissions test-rigging scandal in addition to the carmaker's internal probe.

Best Of The Web: VW Scandal Clouds Prospects for Other Diesel Makers at Geneva Motor Show

Mar, 09 2016, 11:14

The New York Times reports that the scandal surrounding VW and its emissions cheating has tainted the latest Geneva International Motor Show for other diesel car makers.

VW: CO2 issue mostly concluded

Dec, 09 2015, 16:25

Just weeks after questions relating to the CO2 figures measured on some of the group's models arose, Volkswagen says it has largely concluded the clarification of the matter.

Volkswagen Emissions & The Impact On South Africa

Oct, 26 2015, 13:56

The AA has released a briefing document provided by the International Automobile Federation (FIA) outlining the various issues in the emissions scandal and its effect on SA drivers.

VW: A288 EU5 & EU6-Engines Are Clean

Oct, 26 2015, 11:28

Volkswagen has confirmed that no software constituting an improper defeat device as defined in law is installed in vehicles with EA288 EU5 as well as EU6-engines in the European Union.

Best Of The Web: VW brand to change diesel technology, cut investments

Oct, 14 2015, 09:00

An article in the Detroit News reports that: "Volkswagen’s flagship brand will switch to new diesel emissions control technology in Europe and North America as well as cut a billion euros ($1.1 billion) in annual investment spending."

VW Facing Massive Fines In Australia

Oct, 13 2015, 11:13

BodyShop News reports that: "The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission said that it is investigating the Volkswagen Group (VW) for possible use of ‘defeat devices’ in Australia."

Best Of The Web: VW - Most diesel cars will need ‘major fix’

Oct, 12 2015, 13:36

The Detroit News reports: "Volkswagen of America says most of the 482,000 diesel cars that used software to evade emissions standards will need a “major fix,” including a hardware upgrade that won’t start for at least another year.