Former GM Exec Bob Lutz: Years Ago, VW Emissions Left Automaker Baffled

2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI Six-Month Road Test

Before its use of illegal “defeat device” software was discovered, many auto industry executives were baffled by Volkswagen’s ability to make diesel cars meet U.S. emissions standards. One of them was former General Motors car czar and outspoken industry figure Bob Lutz. During his tenure at GM, Lutz was puzzled by the ability of Volkswagen diesel… …read more