WCBS Up To The Minute September 23, 2015
But it is facing up to 18 billion in possible fines. The software senses when a vehicle is undergoing emission tests and reduces pollutants released. But when driven the epa found emissions 10 to 40 times above acceptable levels. The damage to volkswagen is going to last for years. Reporter clarence ditlo runs the center for auto safety. This was clearly a deliberate act by executives at volkswagen that there needs to be criminal penalties. Reporter volkswagen ceo apologized in germany. He could learn his fate tomorrow at a board meeting. Chris, thank you very much. This is not a safety issue....