Materiality Matrix
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Ratings of control or influence reflect Ford's contribution to an issue through its operations and product offerings. Factors that can reduce Ford's control or influence include, among other things, technology limitations, costs and consumer demand.
High Current or Potential Impact on Company
High Concern to Stakeholders
Public Policy: GHG/Fuel Economy Regulation
Definition of issue
Increased regulation of vehicle emissions globally, state-by-state regulation in U.S. and ACEA goal in Europe create risks for Ford; company and stakeholders concerned about CA legislation/litigation.
Comments
Priority reflects changing global regulatory landscape, regional issues and potential impacts on products and markets. Some stakeholders concerned about perceived disconnect between Ford leadership on climate change and policy positions on fuel economy/product CO2 emissions.
Trend from previous analysis
Expectation of greater regulation of GHG emissions becoming more prominent in Ford strategy/planning.
Level of control or influence
Medium