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Researchers Could Have Uncovered Volkswagen’s Emissions Cheat If Not for DMCA

Automakers argue that it’s unlawful for independent researchers to look at the code that controls vehicles without the manufacturer’s permission. We’ve explained before how this allows manufacturers to prevent competition in the markets for add-on technologies and repair tools. It also makes it harder for watchdogs to…
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Sep 22, 2015Researchers Could Have Uncovered Volkswagen’s Emissions Cheat If Not for DMCA by panarky641158

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