Volkswagen could spend $14.7 billion for cheating emissions tests
In two related settlements—one with the United States and the State of California, and one with the Federal Trade Commission—German automaker Volkswagen and related entities have agreed to spend up to $14.7 billion to settle allegations of cheating emissions tests and deceiving customers, the Department of Justice said. Jaclyn Jaeger ...
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