New system of testing car emissions being considered after Volkswagen ‘dieselgate’ scandal

A new system for testing the emissions of cars following the Volkswagen ‘dieselgate’ scandal is being considered.

The proposed system would no longer allow car manufacturers to be directly involved with the technical service companies that test their vehicles.

Manufacturers would instead make financial contributions to a member state who would then pay the independent testing service. All member states would have access to review the results.