California sues 'Big Six' auto makers over global warming

The state of California launched a lawsuit against the "Big Six" auto makers Wednesday that aims to hold manufacturers liable for the damages caused by greenhouse gases that their products emit, the first of its kind ever to be filed.

The lawsuit, launched on behalf of the people of California, alleges that the vehicle emissions from several U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers have contributed significantly to global warming, harmed the resources, infrastructure and environmental health, and cost the state millions of dollars to address current and future effects.

The complaint alleges that under federal and state common law the auto makers have created a public nuisance by producing millions of vehicles that collectively emit massive quantities of carbon dioxide and contributes to global warming, the statement says.

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