Tesco contends that this elaborate scheme led to materially higher costs for leasing or purchasing vehicles, thus seeking reparations for the financial damages endured. This case gains further complexity as the European Court of Justice recently rejected Scania’s appeal against the fine in February, solidifying the commission’s findings and penalties.
Broader Impact of the Emissions Cartel
The Scania fine is part of a broader €2.9 billion penalty issued by the commission in 2016 against several truck makers, including Volvo, Renault, Daimler, Iveco, and DAF, for similar collusive behaviors. Notably, MAN, another VW subsidiary, disclosed the cartel’s activities to the commission, thereby gaining immunity from fines.
Despite initial willingness to settle, Scania distinctively withdrew and decided to contest the fines, a move that led to its current legal challenges.
Tesco Sues Truckmaker Over Emissions Price Fixing Cartel : Current Legal Representations
The legal battle sees Tesco represented by Edward Coulson of Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP, while Scania’s defense is managed by Allen & Overy LLP. The outcome of this case could have significant implications for corporate accountability and competitive practices in the European truck manufacturing sector.
