Ministry of Environment official Hong Dong-kon said the government revoked Volkswagen's certifications, effective Tuesday, because submitting forged documents to authorities is against the law. Audi Volkswagen Korea apologized and said resolving the matter as soon as possible is its "top priority." South Korea has fined Volkswagen 17.8 billion won ($16 million) and suspended sales of 80 VW models, alleging the German carmaker fabricated documents on emissions or noise level tests. The move is the latest penalty slapped on the German carmaker in South Korea since the diesel emissions scandals last year. Hong said Volkswagen likely forged documents to expedite imports of its cars.

Source: ABC News August 02, 2016 03:52 UTC