Volkswagen Faces Law Suit In Israel Over Emissions Cheating: Report

  • Volkswagen AG VWAGY is facing a class action suit in Israel over diesel emissions cheating.
  • An Israeli district court ruled in favor of petitioners seeking compensation from the automaker, Reuters reported.
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  • The class action suit will represent the public as well as the car owners who were exposed to higher pollution levels.
  • In 2015, Volkswagen was found to have hidden excessive levels of toxic diesel emissions from its cars, a scandal that shook the automotive industry.
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  • The company had already spent billions on vehicle refits, fines, and legal costs.
  • Price Action: VWAGY shares are trading lower by 11.72% at $16.88 on the last check Thursday.
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