[Drew68]

I don't see why the owner would be liable.

He's not. It's legal maneuvering among insurance companies.

From the article:

“So in reality, the owner is going to be held responsible, but the dealership’s insurance company is paying,” Femminineo said, adding that they hope to be awarded a verdict in excess of $15 million.

[Gene Eric]

>> Femminineo said, adding that they hope to be awarded a verdict in excess of $15 million.

Since when do auto-related causalities amount to $15 million?