Ford Motor Company outlined its strategic approach to Australia's new National Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), confirming that the responsibility for compliance will rest with the manufacturer, not the fleet customers. The company plans to navigate the new regulations by offering a diverse range of powertrains, including electric, plug-in hybrid, and traditional diesel options, particularly highlighted by its new E-Transit Custom and Transit Custom PHEV models. This strategy emphasizes providing choice to commercial and fleet buyers rather than forcing a transition to electric vehicles. For fleet managers, the primary impact of the NVES will be the availability of a wider array of vehicle choices with varying emissions profiles. Ford's approach is to ensure the right vehicle is available as businesses and fleets make their own decisions regarding carbon emissions and infrastructure develops.