German vacuum cleaner firm set to sue Dyson over energy-test claims

Bosch and Siemens manufacturer threatens legal action after James Dyson claims companies have misled consumers in move 'akin to VW scandal'

A German vacuum cleaner maker is threatening to sue Dyson over allegations that it manipulated energy-efficiency tests.

BSH Hausgerite, which makes household appliances under the Bosch and Siemens brands, said it was taking steps to sue Dyson in the UK over what it said were false allegations made by billionaire founder Sir James Dyson. It did not specify what form the legal action would take.