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Carmakers face key trial in UK lawsuits, decade after 'dieselgate' scandal

Five major car manufacturers, including Mercedes and Ford, are on trial at London's High Court regarding allegations of cheating clean air laws with their diesel vehicles. The trial is a significant part of the ongoing dieselgate emissions scandal.
8 million UK drivers have filed complaints against these manufacturers, potentially leading to billions in compensation claims depending on the trial's outcome.
The High Court previously found Volkswagen used defeat devices in breach of EU rules, which may result in similar financial ramifications for other manufacturers involved in the scandal.
Martyn Day, a lawyer representing claimants, stated that this trial could lead to 'billions of pounds' in compensation for affected drivers.

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