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Study finds reduction of low-frequency noise from transition to electric buses improved residents’ health

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The changes that took place between phases one and two were clear and statistically significant. The proportion who felt exhausted once or twice a week declined from 49 to 39 percent—that is, down to the same proportion as in the reference group. There was also a clear reduction of perceived health effects.

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euroFOT study demonstrates how driver assistance systems can increase safety and fuel efficiency

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euroFOT findings concluded that ACC and FCW in passenger cars might have a positive effect on the overall crash statistics, for all road types. Overall, the positive effect on driver behavior is reflected in positive changes in lane keeping behavior, distance to the lead vehicle and harsh braking events. of these accidents.

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Growth Energy and Ethanol Producers Request Waiver Allowing E15 from EPA

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Announcing the submission at an event at the National Press Club in Washington DC, General Wesley Clark, USA (Ret.), No statistically significant change was detected. The waiver does not seek to mandate use of E15, but to remove the barrier to its optional use. billion into the US economy annually. Earlier post.).

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BMW provides initial look at X5 eDrive plug-in hybrid prototype

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Finally, all the engines run cold on the intake side and hot on the exhaust side. In the event of congestion or other hold-ups on the selected route, the system will propose alternative routes. The driver can then decide whether to save time or fuel. The savings achievable on a particular route are shown as a percentage.

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First drive: US spec Audi A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid; 83-86 MPGe with 16-17 mile EV range

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Its heart is the exhaust manifold integrated into the cylinder head. It quickly warms up the engine following a cold start, and at high load the water jacket reduces the temperature of the exhaust gas. The coolant loop for the TFSI also incorporates the oil cooler for the S tronic. US gal) fuel tank are located over the rear axle.

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Volkswagen targeting 5% of Jetta sales in US with new sporty Hybrid model; expected 45 mpg combined

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Volkswagen is holding media drive events this week for the sporty new 2013 Jetta Turbo Hybrid ( earlier post ), which features the second version of a Volkswagen gasoline-electric hybrid drive system: a 1.4L Green Car Congress attended the media drive events held in New Mexico. The 2013 Jetta Hybrid. Click to enlarge.

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Shanghai OnStar launches four new key service packages

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With Vehicle Real-Time Inspection Warning, OnStar carries out a smart vehicle inspection of eight major systems on a monthly basis: the engine and transmission, the anti-lock braking system, the stability control system, the air bags, the exhaust system, OnStar, the electric motor module, and lithium batteries. OnStar Mobile App 7.0

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