VW's Emissions Scandal: A Decade of Fallout and €30 Billion in Damages
2025-05-26
The 2015 Volkswagen emissions scandal, involving software designed to cheat on emissions tests, sent shockwaves through the global automotive industry. The deception resulted in billions in fines and settlements for VW, exceeding €30 billion. While former CEO Martin Winterkorn and other executives faced charges, Winterkorn continues to deny responsibility. The scandal remains a landmark case of corporate malfeasance with long-lasting consequences.