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At Johnson Law Group, we are committed to keeping our clients informed as we move closer to a landmark moment in the Diesel Emissions Litigation. Last week, our legal team attended a three-day Case Management Conference (CMC) at the High Court in London—a crucial step in preparing for the October 2025 trial.
The outcome? Significant progress was made, and the Judge confirmed that the claims remain on track, ensuring that vehicle manufacturers cannot delay proceedings.
Key Developments from the High Court Hearing
The CMC, held from 5-7 March 2025, addressed critical legal, evidential, and procedural matters that will shape the upcoming trial. Discussions focused on:
✅ Expert vehicle testing –The scope and timetable for engineers to conduct testing on selected sample vehicles.
✅Manufacturer documents – Access to confidential vehicle data and its availability to third parties.
✅Disclosure obligations – Ensuring manufacturers produce key documents that could hold them accountable.
✅Expert evidence – Determining whether additional expert reports will be needed before trial.
✅Trial preparations – Setting clear directions for witness statements, evidence submissions, and procedural steps ahead of October.
A Victory for Claimants
The hearing was a success, with Claimant barristers pushing back against attempts by manufacturers to delay proceedings. The Judge ruled that the case is progressing as planned and that the trial in October 2025 will move forward as scheduled.
The trial will be a pivotal moment, determining whether the sample vehicles contained unlawful cheat devices—a ruling that could have major implications for all manufacturers and affected Claimants.
What Happens Next?
🔹Your claims remain on track – All client claims have now been added to the Group Registers, marking another major milestone in the case.
🔹Next steps in May 2025 – Another Case Management Conference will take place, reviewing progress and setting directions for the final stages of the litigation.
🔹Holding manufacturers accountable – After the October trial, a further trial in 2026 will determine how Claimants will be compensated.
You may on occasion hear from our team regarding individual issues on your claim where we need your instructions. Please don’t worry about anything we do send to you, but please make sure to carry out the task as requested. If you are unsure about anything, just get in touch and a member of our team will be more than happy to assist!