Former Audi CEO Stadler to make diesel scandal confession
Stadler is ready to make a confession in exchange for a suspended sentence and a payment of $1.21 million......»»
Ex-VW CEO Winterkorn testifies over role in diesel scandal
The ex-VW head is testifying as part of a $9.7-billion investor suit over the automaker's diesel scandal, in which the company utilized deceptive software to undermine diesel emissions testing......»»
Toyota cleans house at Daihatsu after embarrassing safety scandal
Toyota is making changes at its Daihatsu minicar subsidiary to tighten control amid a rash of embarrassing safety scandals that have dented trust and brand image at the Japanese automakers......»»
Audi dealers aim for modest new sales improvement in 2024
The German luxury brand set a new sales record in 2023. This year could be even better......»»
Consulting firms provide low-quality research on crucial water policies: It shows we have a deeper problem
Management consulting revenue in Australia has grown from less than A$33 billion in 2010 to more than $47 billion in 2023. The increasing use of consultants, as well as the PwC scandal, highlights serious issues with vested interests, integrity and t.....»»
Biogen dumps dubious Alzheimer’s drug after profit-killing FDA scandal
The move ends a long saga that "ended up doing a lot of actual damage." Enlarge / The exterior of the headquarters of biotechnology company Biogen in Cambridge, Massachusetts. (credit: Getty | Boston Globe) Biotechnolog.....»»
Akio Toyoda corrects course at Toyota Group amid widening scandal
Toyota Motor Chairman Akio Toyoda says the Toyota Group of affiliated companies has lost its way and needs to get back to basics amid a series of misconduct scandals in Japan......»»
Toyota halts some diesel shipments after more testing irregularities
Toyota's latest problems, this time involving product certification for diesel engines supplied to passenger vehicles by Toyota Industries, follow earlier testing scandals at minicar maker Daihatsu and truck affiliate Hino Motors......»»
Audi workers in Mexico hold first strike, seek 15.5% wage increase
The carmaker said in a statement it remained open to dialogue, but a 15.5 percent increase was "beyond any comparative parameter.".....»»
Volvo Group unveils VNL high-tech truck platform for electric, diesel, hydrogen powertrains and autonomous driving
Volvo's new truck platform is designed with an electrical system optimized for autonomous driving and safety features......»»
A Scandal Is Tearing the World of Record-Breaking Dogs Apart
After doubts were raised about a 31-year-old dog, Guinness World Records has paused its records for the world’s oldest dogs, leaving one super-old dog in limbo......»»
"We lost everything in Post Office scandal"
"We lost everything in Post Office scandal".....»»
German luxury brands had mixed U.S. sales success in 2023
Five brands — BMW, Tesla, Audi, Porsche and Genesis — had record deliveries last year......»»
German luxury automakers had mixed sales success in 2023
Five brands — BMW, Tesla, Audi, Porsche and Genesis — had record deliveries last year......»»
Diesel enginemaker agrees to nearly $2 billion in fines with feds and California
More than 600,000 Ram trucks have Cummins engines with software defeat devices. Enlarge (credit: Cummins) Cummins, which makes diesel engines for trucks, among other products, will pay a record Clean Air Act civil penalt.....»»
Audi looks to build off record 2023 with more EVs
Audi of America President Daniel Weissland is confident 2024 will be another strong year for the luxury brand......»»
Midjourney caught in AI Ethics Scandal
Midjourney caught in AI Ethics Scandal.....»»
Toyota vows reform after affiliate Daihatsu caught in safety scandal
A safety investigation found issues involving 64 models, including almost two dozen sold under Toyota's brand......»»
Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche and Scout to adopt Tesla EV charging standard
Starting in 2025, Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche electric vehicles will be equipped with the North American Charging Standard port. The three brands have waves of EVs coming......»»
NHTSA opens probe into 447,000 VW, Audi vehicles; agency reviews 2016 recall efficacy
The safety agency said it had 79 complaints alleging leaks or related issues in 2015-2020 model year Audi A3 and Volkswagen Golf vehicles......»»
Here hires new CEO amid battle with Google to supply maps for self-driving cars
Former Honeywell executive Mike Nefkens will lead the Dutch mapping company, whose shareholders include Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Bosch......»»