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Four VW execs found guilty in trial that transformed Europe’s auto market

Last updated: May 26, 2025 1:14 pm
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Four Volkswagen Executives Sentenced for Emissions-Cheating Scandal

Four former Volkswagen executives have been handed prison sentences for their involvement in the emissions-cheating scandal that rocked Europe’s car market. The verdict, announced after a lengthy three-year trial in Braunschweig, Germany, represents a significant moment in a decade-long saga that had a profound impact on the continent’s diesel technology landscape.

Among the executives, Jens Hadler, who was responsible for overseeing diesel engine development, received the most severe punishment of four and a half years. He was found guilty of orchestrating what judges described as “particularly serious” fraud. Hadler’s team had devised software that enabled vehicles to detect emissions testing, temporarily ramping up pollution controls during inspections while emitting higher levels of pollutants during regular operation.

The repercussions of the scandal were not limited to the corporate realm. Prior to 2015, diesel vehicles held a dominant position in Europe’s car market, touted as eco-friendly alternatives to gasoline cars. However, in the aftermath of the scandal, the market share of diesel cars plummeted to just 10% of new car sales.

Furthermore, the incident served as a catalyst for Europe’s shift towards electrification. Electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids now constitute a quarter of new car sales, with Volkswagen emerging as a key player in the electric vehicle sector. According to The New York Times, Volkswagen has surpassed Tesla in April, selling three times as many battery-powered cars.

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