Daimler AG, Mercedes To Pay $2.2B In Emission Cheating Claim

Automakers, including Daimler, Volkswagen, and Fiat Chrysler, faced lawsuits for using software to cheat on emission tests. Settlements reached billions, with Daimler agreeing to fix affected vehicles and California receiving funds for environmental enforcement. The California Attorney General emphasized penalties for regulatory deception.

What was the primary reason for the $2.2 billion settlement by automakers?

• To compensate for faulty vehicle designs

• To cover costs of vehicle recalls

• To settle claims of cheating on emission tests

• To invest in new emission technologies

Which automaker admitted to breaking emission rules and settled for $2.8 billion?

• General Motors

• Fiat Chrysler

• Daimler

• Volkswagen

What is the current status of Fiat Chrysler regarding emission rule violations?

• They have been cleared of all charges

• They are still under investigation

• They have admitted to all charges

• They have not been investigated yet

What is Daimler required to do as part of their settlement?

• Fix all affected vehicles

• Recall all diesel vehicles

• Develop new emission software

• Pay a fine without any further actions

How much will California receive for future environmental enforcement?

• $10 million

• $17.5 million

• $30 million

• $25 million