Tags: Clean Air Act

The California Air Resources Board received proposals from Volkswagen regarding diesel-engine cars that will pass the state’s air quality standards. The plan involves Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche vehicles with 3.0-liter diesel engines.

The US Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Volkswagen for installing illegal software to cheat emissions tests. The Volkswagen civil lawsuit is seen by officials as the first step to protect public health from air pollution.

Volkswagen sued by the U.S. Justice Department over the allegations that the automaker installed illegal software in its vehicles to cheat emissions tests. The company could face $90bn for the allegations.