Don’t let the VW emissions scandal destroy your faith in the car industry

The Volkswagen emissions scandal has shattered trust in the automotive industry the world over. After news broke that VW had knowingly circumvented US emissions regulations, shares in a number of car companies took a hit, while other regulators launched investigations of their own, finding similar breaches.

It has been hugely damaging to consumer confidence. In fact, it seems that a majority of consumers are now sceptical about the environmental claims made by any car manufacturer – whether they cheated the tests or not.

But as VW continues to suffer the consequences of its deception, there’s no reason to tar the whole industry with the same brush. In fact, doing so could lead to the introduction of regulations that are too tough, too soon – and this would risk stalling progress on emissions altogether.

ESO: Background information: MEPs ask EU Commission to monitor investigations into car emission test fraud http://www.europeansources.info/record/press-release-meps-ask-eu-commission-to-monitor-investigations-into-car-emission-test-fraud/

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