Does Germany rule your world?

The Telegraph’s Harry Wallop reveals how Germany influences even our most British of everyday items. Germany has probably built your washing machine, brewed your beer, and crafted your car. But does that really mean they are running the whole European show? Harry Wallop investigates Last year we imported £56 billion of goods and services from Germany and £38 billion from China. From the humble pencil to the ubiquitous Volkswagon, German engineering has meant the country has been able to build a reputati