Volkswagen chief quits over emissions scandal as car industry faces crisis
by Graham Ruddick from on (#NBYK)
Martin Winterkorn steps down despite denying wrongdoing, as legal claims and further senior departures loom
The chief executive of Volkswagen has quit the car firm, insisting he was not involved in the emissions tests scandal that has rocked the automotive industry and could lead to one of the biggest ever legal claims.
Martin Winterkorn said the German company needed a fresh start but stressed he was "not aware of any wrongdoing on my part" as he stepped down as boss.
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