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Auto News For Monday, October 5, 2015 – Could Volkswagen’s Existence Truly Be Threatened?

2015 Ariel Nomad

Here are the six must-read, must-watch auto news stories, reviews and videos for Monday, October 5, 2015.

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As analysts learn more and more about Volkswagen’s forthcoming difficulties and dig deeper into Volkswagen’s current financial situation, some wonder whether Volkswagen will have enough money to cover the costs. Is it any wonder, with Volkswagen’s new chairman acknowledging that the diesel scandal threatens the company’s survival?

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