German automaker Volkswagen said Wednesday that it has been charged by French prosecutors over alleged cheating on emissions testing, the latest consequence of the “dieselgate” scandal that has already cost the company billions of euros. In a statement a day after French rival Renault announced it had also been charged in the inquiry, VW denied […]
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Volkswagen to end iconic ‘Beetle’ cars in 2019
Volkswagen announced Thursday it would end production of its iconic “Beetle” cars in 2019 after adding a pair of final editions of the insect-inspired vehicles. The curvy-topped sedans, which shook off Nazi origins to become a global auto phenomenon, are being sidelined as Volkswagen emphasizes electric cars and larger family-oriented vehicles. But company officials, still […]