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Ältere Diesel-Pkw müssen nicht in allen Fahrsituationen die Schadstoffgrenzwerte einhalten.

Scientists doubt compensation for millions of older diesel cars

There is scientific opposition to the court's assessment that "thermal windows" in older diesel cars are illegal defeat devices. Thus, the authors of the study by the Scientific Society for Automotive and Engine Technology (WKM) doubt that owners have a claim for compensation from manufacturers.

By Markus Grabitz

EU Commission refuses to help solar industry

Last week, European solar module manufacturers urged the EU to take immediate action to prevent local companies from having to close due to price pressure from Chinese imports. The EU Commission has now rejected this – in the interests of the green transition.

By Amelie Richter

German President sets off on strategic trip to Mongolia

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier will travel to Mongolia on a state visit from Tuesday to Thursday. In addition to celebrating 50 years of diplomatic relations, the trip also carries a strong geopolitical impetus.

By Michael Radunski