DOJ Issues Subpoenas To Automakers In California Emissions Probe

The transcript discusses an emissions deal between automakers and California, which led to a DOJ investigation into potential anticompetitive behavior by BMW, Ford, Honda, and Volkswagen. The DOJ issued subpoenas to explore possible collusion. The Trump administration challenged California's authority to set its own emission standards, leading to a lawsuit. A coalition of automakers supported the federal stance, arguing for unified national standards.

Which automakers were involved in the emissions deal with California?

• Tesla, Chrysler, and Hyundai

• BMW, Ford, Honda, and Volkswagen

• Toyota, Nissan, and General Motors

• Mercedes, Audi, and Subaru

What was the main concern of the DOJ regarding the automakers' agreement?

• Environmental impact

• Safety standards

• Anticompetitive behavior

• Production costs

What action did the Trump administration take in response to California's emissions standards?

• Ignored the issue

• Increased federal emissions standards

• Revoked California's authority to set its own standards

• Supported California's standards

How did California and other states respond to the Trump administration's decision?

• They accepted the decision

• They increased their own standards

• They filed a lawsuit to block the move

• They negotiated a compromise

What stance did a coalition of automakers take regarding the lawsuit against the Trump administration?

• They supported California

• They remained neutral

• They backed the Trump administration

• They withdrew from the agreement