European Carmakers Face £6 Billion Dieselgate Lawsuits in UK
Legal claims from 1.5 million vehicle owners allege emissions test cheating by major manufacturers
- Shares of Porsche, VW, BMW, and other carmakers fell following the lawsuit reports.
- The lawsuits could cost the automakers at least £6 billion, according to claimants' lawyers.
- The legal action involves 13 car manufacturers, including Mercedes-Benz, Ford, and Renault.
- Manufacturers are accused of using 'defeat devices' to cheat emissions tests on diesel vehicles.
- Volkswagen's dieselgate scandal has already cost the company over €32 billion in fines and settlements.