Former Volkswagen Chief Executive Faces Trial in Emissions Case

Published On Sep 3, 2024, 11:07 AM

Martin Winterkorn, the former CEO of Volkswagen, is on trial in Germany for his role in the company's emissions scandal, which involved the manipulation of emission tests for millions of cars. He faces charges of fraud, market manipulation, and making false statements as prosecutors claim he failed to act when he learned about the illegal software. This trial is crucial for holding corporate executives accountable for their actions that led to significant financial and environmental damage.