Winterkorn process temporarily stopped: difficult times for VW!

Winterkorn process temporarily stopped: difficult times for VW!

In the case of the former CEO of Volkswagen, Martin Winterkorn, there are new developments that make headlines. As Freepress.de , the procedure was temporarily stopped. The reason for this is his poor state of health, which according to the Braunschweig district court is classified as unable to negotiate. It remains to be seen whether the procedure ever comes to a conclusion.

Winterkorn, which was headed by VW during the sensational diesel scandal, which was uncovered in September 2015, faces serious allegations. These range from commercial fraud to market manipulation and wrongful false statements. A real hammer comes on the table: The manipulative exhaust tests, which led to the deception of the US authority EPA, cost Volkswagen estimated 33 billion euros and triggered a true process marathon, such as Tageschau.de determined.

are we in the end?

Martin Winterkorn's resignation came shortly after the scandal became known. Even if the process was originally supposed to begin in September 2021, it was repeatedly postponed due to its health problems. The latest attempt did not start until 2024. But even fate was not on his side; An accident at home interrupted the negotiations after a few days, which further complicates the situation.

Another section closed in May 2025 in this story brought about the day: Four former leaders from Volkswagen were guilty. Two of them received several years of prison, while others got away with suspended sentences. Winterkorn sees his career significantly damaged by the diesel affair and has vehemently rejected the allegations that are attributed to him.

an uncertain look into the future

While the Chamber of Commerce will continue to check whether Winterkorn remains negotiable again, the question is raised how the situation could develop further. If his state of health improves, the procedure could continue. But in the end nobody knows what will come next. Until then, the procedure against the most powerful man remains at VW in the suspension, while the automotive industry and the public see the further steps.

it seems that the diesel scandal has not only heavily burdened VW's finances; The legal aftermath are still noticeable. The theme stays on everyone's lips and shows how quickly it can be about the hot porridge in business.