Uncharted with Hannah Fry cover image

12. Scandal in the Air

Uncharted with Hannah Fry

CHAPTER

Revelations of Deceit: The Volkswagen Emissions Scandal

This chapter reveals a senior Volkswagen executive's confession about using a defeat device in clean diesel cars, exposing the company's deceit in emissions testing. It also discusses the immediate fallout from this admission, including the reactions of the Environmental Protection Agency and public outrage.

00:00
Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner