Former Audi boss Rupert Stadler released from jail

Stadler is accused of playing a major role in VW's Dieselgate scandal.

Former Audi boss Rupert Stadler has been released from custody. Stadler was arrested by German authorities in June for his alleged role in Volkswagen's Dieselgate scandal.

Although Stadler has been freed from jail, the former executive is far from out of the woods. Stadler is facing charges of fraud and false advertising related to VW's diesel emissions coverup. Authorities arrested Stadler in June over fears that he could tamper with evidence critical to their case.

Although Stadler was arrested in June, he remained on as Audi CEO and VW board member until earlier this month. On October 2, VW cut all ties with Stadler. "Mr. Stadler is leaving the companies with immediate effect and will no longer work for the Volkswagen Group," VW said in a statement.

Stadler started with Audi in 1990 and was named company CEO in 2010.