Ford’s Emissions DilemmaFord is in a strong spot in Australia, but things are getting complicated. The Ranger still tops the sales charts, but most buyers pick diesel or gasoline versions – exactly the ones that push past Australia’s tightening emissions limits. With the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard now in play in the Land Down Under, brands that depend on high-CO2 models are feeling the squeeze.Right now, only the plug-in hybrid Ranger stays under the emissions cap. Every other version just adds to Ford’s emissions total, which could mean penalties or extra costs down the line. So Ford faces a familiar dilemma: spend big on a new electrified platform, or find a quicker, cheaper solution.
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Author: Jacob Oliva
