# Ex-VW Engineer Accused Of Rivian Insider Trading Allegedly Googled 'Statute Of Limitations' | Carscoops

> - Two former VW engineers face charges over a Rivian stock windfall. - Prosecutors say the pair traded on the secret Rivian joint venture. - Each man could face up to 25 years if found guilty.

- **Source:** [Carscoops](https://www.carscoops.com/2026/07/vw-engineers-rivian-insider-trading/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a67790d7a8b5936435f031b)
- **Published:** 2026-07-27
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #ev
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