Volkswagen group announces that nearly 1.2 million vehicles in the UK are affected by the diesel emissions scandal

Volkswagen is planning a significant refit for affected cars, which involves developing a technical fix that must be approved by EU regulators by the end of October. The company will inform customers to bring their cars in for updates, where a master system will be used to remove the defeat device and update the car's software. The refit aims to address emissions issues without compromising performance, but details on whether it will be compulsory remain unclear. Volkswagen assures that all cars are safe and roadworthy.

What is the first step Volkswagen needs to take before the car refit can happen?

• Inform customers about the issue

• Develop a technical fix

• Plug the master system into the car

• Clean the car's brain

By when does Volkswagen expect to have the technical fix approved by EU regulators?

• End of September

• End of October

• End of November

• End of December

What will Volkswagen do to the car's system during the refit?

• Replace the tires

• Remove the defeat device

• Change the car's color

• Install a new engine

What is uncertain about the refit process?

• The color of the car

• If it will be compulsory

• Whether it will improve car mileage

• The cost of the refit

What assurance does Volkswagen give about the cars?

• They will be cheaper

• They will be faster

• They are safe and roadworthy

• They will have better mileage