Board of Volkswagen voices frustration - "It's likely we'll never comprehensively uncover the truth"
Volkswagen, the German automotive giant, is currently in the midst of a significant transformation following the diesel emissions scandal that rocked the industry in 2015.
Olaf Lies, Lower Saxony's Minister President and a member of the VW Supervisory Board, has been closely observing the developments from Wolfsburg. He notes that politicians on the VW Supervisory Board are now more critical, reflecting a shift in the company's direction.
However, the improvements in structures do not completely remove the unsatisfactory aspect of not knowing exactly who knew what and when. This uncertainty remains, as the names of individuals within the VW Group who might have been involved earlier in the diesel engine manipulations but remain unknown today have not been publicly disclosed or identified in available sources.
The change at VW is not a completed act. Size and self-confidence still pose a risk of reacting too late to external warning signals. The diesel scandal may have left a part of the affair in the dark for VW and the public, and there are still open questions from the diesel scandal that may never be answered.
Despite these challenges, Volkswagen has undergone a cultural change following the diesel scandal. The company is handling responsibility and trust more sensitively, striving to be more aware of its responsibility for humans and the environment. This shift has potentially accelerated the path to electromobility for Volkswagen.
However, Volkswagen still carries a burden from the diesel scandal. The affair remains a burden for the company, according to Lies. The relationship between politics and Volkswagen has changed, and the diesel scandal did not pass Volkswagen, politics, and Lower Saxony without a trace.
In a bid to reassure and regain trust, Volkswagen is offering a free test drive for the new electric crossover Kia EV6 GT-line. This initiative is a testament to the company's commitment to cleaner, more sustainable mobility solutions.
As Volkswagen continues on its journey of change, it faces both challenges and opportunities. The company's efforts to address the diesel scandal and embrace electromobility are a testament to its resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity.
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