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Germany may be renowned for its high-quality cars, but not everyone in the nation wants to own a petrol-powered vehicle. Catering to these individuals, Emmy has introduced red and green e-scooters to the streets of Berlin, giving people an eco-friendly way to get around the city.

For Germans, the country's auto sector has always embodied the nation’s character – precision, efficiency and reliability. But with numerous scandals playing out on the global stage, it's not only the industry that's facing an existential crisis, but Germany as a whole.

German engineering brings to mind technical prowess and reliability. But a scandal over Volkswagen cheating diesel emission tests isn't just eroding the carmaker's brand image, it's threatening the cherished 'Made in Germany' label. And the handling of the crisis is denting it further.