Emissions scandal
10-05-2015, 03:46 PM
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So you are okay if hundreds of thousands of honest workers at VW lose their jobs over the actions of what might have been literally a few people? There is not a major company in the world who doesn't have a few dishonest people. Go after them and don't lump the entire company in with them.
10-05-2015, 05:33 PM
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I think you understand my point. Yes, I tried to put into context what if everyone felt the same way you do. Large corporations are just that. They have lots of innocent employees and lots of innocent investors (stockholders) who have no way of knowing what a few bad people are doing.
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10-06-2015, 04:36 PM
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10-07-2015, 06:22 AM
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My biggest concern is that as a result of VW getting hit with significant fines and costs associated with this mess, they will need to cut costs to survive. Product development is likely to take a hit. Audi has prided itself in the engineering department. My guess is that VW will focus more on survival mode at least in the short/mid term and this will have huge trickle down ramifications.
11-02-2015, 11:51 AM
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Cheaters
VW Hit With Second EPA Violation for V-6 Diesels, Including Porsche and Audi TDIs ? News ? Car and Driver | Car and Driver Blog
Really, Really glad I got a gas A7.
You guys are crazy if you don't think this will effect resale value.
Really, Really glad I got a gas A7.
You guys are crazy if you don't think this will effect resale value.
11-02-2015, 01:16 PM
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I wouldn't rush to decision yet please. My 2014 Audi A6 TDI vin number is not under the scrutinized engines nor is yours. At least Audi is trying to be honest and the CEO wrote the letter to accurately describe the situation the parent company VW did. I know its unfortunate and unacceptable but if I was offered to upgrade my engine computer for lesser emission and get less gas mileage, I would opt to say no. Sorry.
11-04-2015, 03:10 PM
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12-10-2015, 04:29 PM
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Blah blah blah
That conclusion assumes VAG would goe out of business over this. Pretty doubtful that agencies in any of the countries involved would want to see that happen. VAG will likely feel some significant financial and reputation hurt over this mess but putting hundreds of thousands out of work is unlikely.
As to going after the top brass that made the decisions to cheat, don't worry - the various judicial departments around the world are sharpening their knives.
As to going after the top brass that made the decisions to cheat, don't worry - the various judicial departments around the world are sharpening their knives.
My only concern is that the resources that the company could dedicate to R&D might be affected because of the potential liability. Other than that, it's a what-have-you-done-for-me-lately world.
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I bought an '85 Audi 100 after its resale value had been whacked by about 50%. It turned out fine. Call me selfish, and call me amazed that these crazy Germans had he ***** to do this. There is this weirdness that the Deutschlanders can sometimes pop out with. But they make great cars, and will continue to do so. Your Audis will do just fine. Just ask Marlene Dietrich.