Volkswagen emissions scandal

Volkswagen was among several automotive manufacturers who deliberately programmed their emission control systems to only work with full effectiveness when the car detected that a regulatory emissions test is being performed. The cars only fulfilled emissions standards in a lab environment.

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Volkswagen adding software to their vehicles to emit less when being tested for emissions

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Volkswagen's response

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