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Originally Posted by shertex
Forgive me if this has already been posted here....but no 2107 diesels are being sold in the US. According to my local dealer, they literally have 2017 models sitting at port but they can't be sold because of the current emission regulations.
Wonder how long this state of affairs will continue....
Thanks a lot, VW!
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VW wasn't the first to use the rules to their advantage. In the early / mid 80's, a certain domestic auto maker had a "preconditioning" procedure that needed to be done before a tail pipe emission test.
As for 2017 sales, I came up with this, note the dates.
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS diesel on hold, facing further EPA scrutiny
Hybrid and Electric Car News and Reviews - Green Car Reports › News › Luxury
May 18, 2016 -
Sales of the
2017 Mercedez-Benz GLS350d are on hold in the U.S. while it awaits a certificate of compliance from the
EPA, a Mercedes-Benz spokesman said this week.
... "As you’re aware, emissions certification—especially for diesels—has been a hot topic," Mercedes spokesman ...
Mercedes cleared to sell 2017 E class in U.S. - Automotive News
2017-...
Automotive News
Jun 22, 2016 - The redesigned 2017 E-class sedan is on its way to U.S. ... Most U.S. dealerships are expected to have cars available for sale by ... It was unclear whether the certification holdup was with the EPA, the California Air Resources Board or both. ... Since the Volkswagen diesel emissions scandal broke last fall, ...
EPA approves sales of 2017 BMW diesels after a delay for more testing
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Yahoo!
Aug 4, 2016 - The EPA says BMW can sell its 2017 diesel models in the U.S. The agency delayed ... Protection Agency (EPA) certified 2017 BMW diesel models for sale in the ... How the government plans to make your self-driving car safer.