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Volkswagen Scandal Brings Uncertainty to Diesel’s Future

diesel's future in light-duty vehicles called into questionLong marketed as a more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly alternative to unleaded fuel, diesel’s history in the automotive industry is as long as it is complicated. Recent events however, particularly the scandal surrounding Volkswagen’s alleged intentional tampering with the emissions control systems in vehicles across its product line, have cast a dark cloud over diesel fuel and its place in today’s light automobile market.

Diesel’s use in many of ...

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