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FCA Aims to Get Real on Diesel Emissions
Following an internal review, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV is updating its diesel emissions testing procedures and expanding the use of an aftertreatment technology to help make its diesel engines cleaner in the wake of Volkswagen AG’s emissions cheating scandal.
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Following an internal review, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV is updating its diesel emissions testing procedures and expanding the use of an aftertreatment technology to help make its diesel engines cleaner in the wake of Volkswagen AG’s emissions cheating scandal.
The carmaker says it will update its Euro 6 emissions calibrations starting in April to better reflect real-world performance. The system also will be available at no charge to owners of all other Euro 6-compliant FCA vehicles.
In addition, FCA plans to add selective catalytic reduction systems to more of its diesel-powered models starting in the second quarter of 2017. SCR aftertreatment systems, which reduce oxides of nitrogen by injecting a urea-water solution into the exhaust stream, already are widely used by other diesel makers.
FCA reiterates that all of its diesel engines meet current regulations without having to rig testing software. The company says it supports efforts to standardize and improve testing regulations throughout Europe.
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