UK court refuses permission to appeal in diesel emissions lawsuits against carmakers
That ruling came after a trial, which began in October 2025, which was the most significant hearing to date in 13 groups of lawsuits brought by around 1.6 million claimants.
On Thursday, London's High Court ruled against claimants seeking permission to appeal its July decision in favor of major carmakers regarding diesel emissions. The High Court dismissed most allegations that 20 sample vehicles from Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Nissan, Renault, and Peugeot-Citroen had unlawful defeat devices, resulting in higher emissions.
This ruling came after a significant trial that began in October 2025, marking the most substantial hearing in 13 groups of lawsuits filed by approximately 1.6 million claimants. Judge Sara Cockerill denied permission to appeal her ruling, stating that the claimants must apply directly to the Court of Appeal.
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