Volkswagen has admitted to installing software on millions of diesel vehicles that lets the cars defeat federal emissions tests. Governments around the world, including the US, Germany, and South Korea, have announced investigations into the issue. The emissions scandal is likely to cost the automaker billions of dollars in recalls and/or fines. This page contains all of Autoblog's articles on dieselgate, with the newest on top.
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VW diesel monkey tests 'unethical, repulsive,' CEO says; lobbyist suspended

CEO says "there is still a long way ahead of us to regain lost trust."

VW suspends chief lobbyist over monkey diesel tests. CEO apologizes for misconduct of people involved. Calls exhaust tests "unethical and repulsive." Admits VW still has long way to go to regain trust. BERLIN — Volkswagen said on Tuesday it has suspended chief lobbyist Thomas Steg amid steps to clear up the circumstances of lab tests in which monkeys w

Followup
VW diesel settlement's $2.8 billion: Here's how states will spend it

If it's diesel, from a bus to a ferryboat, in many states the money's meant to get rid of it

"What this [VW settlement] can do is make it easier for more transit agencies to try more electric buses on a greater number of routes, and become familiar with them and see that they really work for them."

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