Where does diesel powertrain technology go from here?

Where does diesel powertrain technology go from here? Volkswagen is currently undertaking a major executive reshuffle and corporate response in the wake of the diesel crisis. As the situation continues to unfold, and the prospect of vehicle recalls commences, governments in France and Italy have announced plans to further examine the OEM’s diesel models.

The impact of the scandal has sent ripples through the industry. How many companies will be affected? Analysts have voiced their scepticism, but most are convinced that the future of diesel technology has been drastically altered.