Volkswagen avoids German fines

Volkswagen is set to escape fines from the German government even after cheating on emissions tests for years, reflecting a softer political stance that’s increasingly drawing ire following a generous deal for US drivers.

Germany’s influential Bild newspaper took Volkswagen to task for failing to compensate more than two million affected owners after chief executive Matthias Mueller rejected compensation in Europe as an excessive burden.

Little support is likely from the German government, with the Transport Ministry not planning to seek fines.