VDMALess damage due to mechanical engineering plagiarism
Smaller companies in particular are hit hard by product piracy, say experts. Especially as they are less likely to take action against it. It is hardly surprising that China is far ahead when it comes to counterfeiting - the following places on the counterfeit list are more striking.
Distinction
Volkswagen wheel trim with "VW" logo
Left original: Volkswagen AG, Wolfsburg, Germany
Counterfeit on the right: Manufacturer: Murama S.r.l., Turin, Italy
Distribution: various online dealers (D / EU), via eBay.de and Amazon.de
"Not an original product, but interchangeable". This is unabashedly engraved on every counterfeit "VW" hubcap. Murama optionally offers other car brands. Price: 25% of the original. This is reflected in cheap materials and a lack of stability. VW protects its intellectual property worldwide and consistently enforces its rights. A German online retailer signed a cease-and-desist declaration and submitted. The Italian manufacturer refused to sign a cease-and-desist declaration. Despite the obvious trademark infringement, (lengthy) legal proceedings are therefore pending against Murama in Italy.