South Korea to Re-Examine Fuel Efficiency of Volkswagen Cars Amid Emission Scandal

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South Korean authorities have decided to re-investigate the fuel efficiency of diesel cars made by Volkswagen, which has been embroiled in a massive emission fabrication scandal. The move comes after the German automaker was found to have intentionally cheated on U.S. air-pollution tests, affecting an estimated 11 million cars sold worldwide. The South Korean government plans to conduct a thorough investigation into four Volkswagen diesel car models, including Golf, Jetta, Beetle, and Audi A3, which previously passed the local emission test.

Key Takeaways:

  • The South Korean government will re-examine the fuel efficiency of Volkswagen diesel cars due to the emission fabrication scandal.
  • The investigation will focus on four car models: Golf, Jetta, Beetle, and Audi A3, which previously passed the local emission test.
  • If Volkswagen is found to have intentionally deceived regulators and consumers about emissions, the company may face penalties, recalls, or cancellation of certification.
  • The emission scandal affects an estimated 11 million cars sold worldwide, including those in the South Korean market.
  • Volkswagen is the third-largest foreign car seller in South Korea, with a market share of 15.61% in the first eight months of this year.
  • Audi's market share in South Korea is 12.56%, making Volkswagen the largest foreign car seller in the country.
  • The South Korean government is consulting with the environment ministry to conduct a thorough investigation into the Volkswagen emission scandal.

Statistics:

  • 11 million: estimated number of cars sold worldwide affected by the emission scandal.
  • 15.61%: Volkswagen's market share in the South Korean market in the first eight months of this year.
  • 12.56%: Audi's market share in the South Korean market.
  • 3: number of Volkswagen car models (Golf, Jetta, Beetle, and Audi A3) to be subject to investigation.
  • 1: number of ministries involved in the investigation (transportation and environment).

Sources:

  • Yonhap News Agency
  • Xinhua News Agency