Future technologies

There’s no one easy answer to climate change. So we are investing and researching a wide range of environmentally-advanced and affordable technological solutions. As part of these initiatives, we already have a range of low-CO₂ technologies for both conventional and alternative engines.

We currently have projects under way to develop new generations of petrol and clean diesel engines, based on advanced fuel-saving direct injection technologies. We are also investigating how to produce new generations of fuel-saving transmissions.

Today’s cleaner petrol and diesel engines

We use advanced technology to deliver reduced CO₂ emissions from our current range of clean petrol and diesel engines. The Mondeo 1.8-litre TDCi, for example, produces 20% less CO₂ than the equivalent 1993 model. This is despite the added weight of more advanced safety features and increased equipment, which can affect fuel economy. The new Fiesta produces 10% less CO₂ than the already impressive emissions level of the mainstream Duratorq TDCi Fiesta engine range.

Tomorrow’s petrol and diesel engines

We’re investing in upcoming direct injection diesel engines, with turbocharged exhaust treatments, which burn fuel even more efficiently and cleanly. This means they help deliver greater fuel economy without compromising performance or style so you always enjoy a great drive with minimal additional expense.

Alternative fuel vehicles

We are developing alternative fuel vehicle (AFV) technologies and hybrid power packs that are accessible for our customers. We’re at the forefront of hydrogen-powered vehicle development, with both hydrogen internal-combustion engines and hydrogen fuel cells. And we’re continuing to research plug-in hybrid technology.