The Vehicle Emissions In-Use Verification Program, or IUVP, is part of our ongoing commitment to the environment, as well as our continuing efforts to improve the quality and performance of our vehicles. Through this vehicle testing program, we, and other automotive manufacturers, collect the emissions data required to comply with U.S. EPA and California Air Resources Board-mandated regulations.
That’s where you come in — we engage real-world Ford vehicle owners in this voluntary In-Use Verification Program to meet these regulatory requirements. Continue on for more information about IUVP or contact us at iuvp@ford.com with questions.
If your vehicle is randomly selected for our testing program, you will receive an information package by mail. This package contains detailed information about the program and includes forms that need to be completed and returned. Participation in this program is completely voluntary.
You’ll receive monetary compensation after your vehicle’s testing is complete.
Complimentary use of a comparable fully-fueled loaner vehicle, including insurance while you are without your vehicle.
Your vehicle will receive a car wash and will be fully fueled when we return it.
There are two distinct mileage groups we test:
Vehicles are connected to a dynamometer, a device that simulates real-world driving conditions. Think of it as a treadmill for automobiles. Sensors are then attached to the exhaust pipes to monitor emission gases. This process allows for the analysis of emissions generated during both highway and city driving scenarios.
Some vehicles may also be selected for evaporative testing. During Sealed Housing Evaporative Determination (SHED) testing, the vehicle will be place in a sealed chamber that will measure the vapors emitted while parked and/or during refueling.
Participation in the program is voluntary.
There are many incentives for participating in the program, including monetary compensation, a complimentary loaner vehicle, even a car wash and a fully-fueled vehicle once the testing is complete. Plus you’re helping Ford support our ongoing commitment to the environment.
Complimentary use of a comparable loaner will be provided while participating in the program. The vehicle will be fully fueled when delivered.
Only vehicles meeting the proper specifications will be tested at this time; however, lower mileage can be approved in special circumstances.
On average, 150–200 miles will be put on your vehicle for the testing, combined with the mileage needed to go from the pickup location (you determine this) to the lab and back.
Please note: If a leased vehicle participates, any mileage accumulated during testing counts toward your mileage lease terms.
Both your vehicle and the loaner are fully insured. You will receive a copy of insurance and other documentation when your vehicle is picked up and the loaner is left with you.
The testing takes between four to six weeks on average but can go longer.
Please note: If a leased vehicle participates, the lessee is still responsible for adhering to lease terms including lease end date. If your leased vehicle is participating and your lease end date is approaching, you may request your vehicle be returned. It will be returned within one or two business days. Reach out to iuvp@ford.com or your procurement contractor with additional questions.
Roush procures vehicles and provides them to Ford for testing in Michigan. Automotive Testing and Development Services (ATDS) procures and tests vehicles in California, while TRP Laboratories procures and tests vehicles in Colorado.
Please reach out to us at iuvp@ford.com if you have any additional questions.
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