Used Car of the Day: 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8
The Truth About Cars
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
We're sending you into the weekend with this 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee -- a bunch of muscle and mods.
Used Car of the Day: 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser TRD
The Truth About Cars
APRIL 17, 2023
So today we're featuring a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser TRD. liter engine with 133,000 miles on it, CARB-legal JBA headers, a stainless-steel cat-back exhaust system, a TRD front-brake kit, a TRD cold-air intake, OEM rear locker, and new coils and plugs. This feature was Toyota FJ-heavy for a bit, but we haven't had one for a while.
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Cummins and Cummins Westport recalling 25,013 natural gas engines over exhaust fire risk
Green Car Congress
MARCH 7, 2014
are recalling a total of 25,013 Cummins Westport Model ISL G and ISX12 G natural gas engines manufactured between 2007 and 2014 due to a risk of elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust under certain conditions. Cummins Inc. and Cummins Westport Inc.
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EPA says methane emissions from natural gas production have dropped 36% from 2007-2011
Green Car Congress
APRIL 29, 2013
In its recently released Inventory of US Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks: 1990 – 2011 ( earlier post ), the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reported that methane (CH 4 ) emissions from the field production of natural gas have declined by 36% from 2007 to 2011 (from 83.1
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HEI ACES study of lifetime animal exposure to New Technology Diesel Engine exhaust finds no lung cancer
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 27, 2015
The first study to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of lifetime exposure to new technology diesel exhaust (NTDE)—i.e., exhaust from heavy-duty diesel engines meeting EPA 2007 and later emissions requirements—has found no evidence of carcinogenic lung tumors. Earlier post.) This phase was conducted at SwRI in 2012.
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Study finds high exhaust temperatures within NTE operation for heavy-duty diesels with aftertreatment systems contribute to high nanoparticle concentrations
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 15, 2012
The transient results illustrate the gradual formation of the nucleation mode particles with continuous increase in exhaust temperatures. Diesel particulate filters (DPF) and urea-based selective catalytic reduction (SCR) exhaust after-treatment systems thus have emerged as feasible strategies to meet the 2010 USEPA regulations.
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Toyota introduces new XSE Hybrid Grade Camry
Green Car Congress
JULY 16, 2020
for XSE grade, which uses a dual-outlet exhaust). Most AWD grades have 202 hp, while the Camry XSE AWD grade has 205 hp with dual exhaust. A variable cooling system, variable oil pump and a cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system all contribute to the engine’s high thermal efficiency and outstanding fuel economy.
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Health Effects Institute to release Executive Summary of ACES new-technology diesel results this fall
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 21, 2015
The Summary will be the synopsis and final publication from the program to characterize the emissions and assess the health effects of new-technology diesel exhaust (NTDE) from heavy-duty diesel engines that meet the 2007 and 2010 regulations enacted by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Earlier post.) Earlier post.).
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DUH says testing indicates use of defeat device in BMW 320d diesel
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 7, 2017
The main cause for the higher on-road values is that the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) is in some cases practically switched off under certain conditions, DUH said. This full-bodied promise is in clear contradiction to the results of the exhaust and software investigations of the BMW 320d, DUH charged.
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CRC ACES Phase 2 report finds emissions from modern heavy-duty diesels well below required levels
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 4, 2013
2010 engines emissions reduction relative to 2010, 2007, and 2004 US emission standards. g/hp-hr between 2007 and 2009 to a level less than or equal to 0.20 Source: CRC. Click to enlarge. For a number of the most important pollutants, levels were substantially lower than required by regulations. g/hp-hr in 2010.
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FCA sued over emissions of 2007-2012 Dodge Ram diesel pickups with Cummins engines
Green Car Reports
NOVEMBER 17, 2016
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and engine supplier Cummins are the latest companies to be accused of hiding excess diesel-exhaust emissions.
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CARB approves updated “At-Berth” regulation, expanding efforts to cut pollution from ships in California ports
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 28, 2020
The rule builds on progress achieved by the At-Berth Regulation adopted in 2007. One example of an alternative to shore power is what is known as capture-and-control technology that employs a “bonnet” to cover a ship’s exhaust stacks, both containing and treating harmful emissions.
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Mayor of London expanding Ultra Low Emission Zone London-wide; new £110M scrappage scheme
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 26, 2022
Euro 3 for motorcycles and mopeds (widely available since 2007). car exhaust emissions in outer London by nearly 16%, benefitting five million outer London residents. Vehicles must meet strict emission standards to drive in the ULEZ area: Euro 4 for gasoline cars and vans (widely available since 2006). daily charge. Source TfL.
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US transit agencies adopting lower-emissions diesel at faster rate than HD truck fleet
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 19, 2014
Nationally, 44% of the diesel transit buses meet or exceed the first EPA clean diesel standard—Model Year 2007 or newer—while 33% of the US truck fleet meet or exceed the standard. New clean diesel buses have reduced both NO x and particulate matter emissions by 98% compared to 1988 buses.
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247 Cummins Westport introducing new ISB6.7 G mid-range natural gas engine
Green Car Congress
MAY 6, 2015
G will operate exclusively on natural gas (CNG or LNG) utilizing Cummins Westport’s proprietary spark-ignited, stoichiometric combustion with cooled exhaust gas recirculation (SEGR) technology, first introduced with the 8.9-liter The ISB6.7 liter ISL G. The ISB6.7 G TWC is packaged as a muffler and is maintenance-free.
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Cummins Westport begins development on new mid-range natural gas engine; production by 2015
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 4, 2012
diesel engine and will use Cummins Westport’s proven spark-ignited, stoichiometric cooled exhaust gas recirculation (SEGR) technology. Exhaust aftertreatment will be provided by a simple, maintenance-free three-way catalyst (TWC). Cummins Westport Inc. has begun development on the ISB 6.7G, a mid-range 6.7-liter The ISB6.7
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Report: VW suspends head of powertrain electronics over emissions scandal
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 25, 2015
Bild reports that, “ according to the VW internal investigation, Jelden is suspected to have reprogrammed the software in 2007.”. According to Bild , Winterkorn told the investigators that he knew there was a massive problem with US authorities with respect to diesel exhaust, but had no knowledge of the software defeat device.
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Cummins Westport ISB6.7 G midrange natural gas engine now in full production
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 9, 2016
G utilizes CWI proprietary spark-ignited, stoichiometric combustion with cooled exhaust gas recirculation (SEGR) technology. The SEGR technology was introduced with the ISL G in 2007, and was developed to meet 2010 EPA emission requirements. All CWI natural gas engines are lower than the 2010 EPA standard for particulate matter (0.01
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150 Study finds truck fleet clean-up significantly decreases engine emissions near Port of Oakland
Green Car Congress
JUNE 17, 2015
Pollutant concentrations were measured at high time resolution in the exhaust plumes of more than a thousand drayage trucks as they drove toward the Port on a major access road. Currently, pre-2007 model year (MY) trucks cannot serve the ports. Currently, pre-2007 model year (MY) trucks cannot serve the ports. Robert Harley.
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Former Audi CEO Stadler to construct diesel scandal confession
Baua Electric
MAY 3, 2023
In line with prosecutors, engineers manipulated engines in any such manner that they complied with felony exhaust emission values at the take a look at bench however no longer at the street. Stadler was once Audi CEO from 2007 to 2018. government exposed the engine-rigging. government exposed the engine-rigging.
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US charges Audi manager with conspiracy to cheat US emissions tests; sacrificing NOx control for a sound system
Green Car Congress
JULY 10, 2017
According to CW1 and the documentation, Pamio and his co-conspirators realized they could not calibrate a diesel engine that would meet the stricter NO x emissions standards that would become effective in 2007 while staying within the design constraints imposed by other departments at the company.
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150 Capstone Turbine Successfully Demonstrates EPA and CARB 2010 Diesel Engine Emissions
Green Car Congress
MARCH 31, 2009
a more than 80% NO x reduction from the current EPA and CARB 2007 standards. Capstone microturbines incorporate lean premix combustion technology which offers clean burning exhaust emissions operating on gaseous and liquid fuels. Testing demonstrated compliant NO x and CO emissions from part load to full load operation.
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Santa Monica signs 5-year deal with Clean Energy for renewable LNG for bus fleet; deploying CWI Near-Zero NOx engine
Green Car Congress
JUNE 2, 2016
The ISL G NZ features the same stoichiometric cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (SEGR) combustion technology and spark ignition as the ISL G natural gas engine. The Cummins Westport ISL G and ISX12 G spark ignited natural gas engines use Stoichiometric combustion with cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) and a Three-Way Catalyst (TWC).
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ARB researchers evaluate in-use heavy-duty NOx aftertreatment systems, find elevated levels during certain lower-temperature operations
Green Car Congress
JULY 9, 2013
One of the trucks was equipped with exhaust gas recirculation (EGR); three were equipped with EGR and a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) device. EGR reduces NO x formation by introducing cooled exhaust gases into the combustion chamber. EGR reduces NO x formation by introducing cooled exhaust gases into the combustion chamber.
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Qoros and FreeValve partner on camless technology; new Qoros concept uses FreeValve PHEA
Green Car Congress
APRIL 29, 2016
For any engine load criteria, the timing of intake and exhaust can be independently programmed. Established in December 2007 and headquartered in Changshu, Jiangsu (also its manufacturing base), Qoros Auto has an initial annual capacity of 150,000 autos and maximum annual capacity of 300,000. Qamless engine. Click to enlarge.
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Hagens Berman files class-action fuel economy and emissions lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler and Cummins over SCR defect in RAM 2500 and 3500 diesels
Green Car Congress
JULY 5, 2017
The mechanic replied, “ I will deny this later, but I can tell you that the PCM updates are diverting fuel into the exhaust system to make it burn hotter so that it reduces the amount of emissions leaving the tailpipe. ” Hagens Berman is reaching out to owners or lessees of a 2013-2017 Dodge RAM 2500 or 3500 with a 6.7-L
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Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach to test new seawater scrubber device to cut vessel emissions
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 13, 2011
It provides for silencing of the exhaust noise. features advanced emission control technology in which seawater is used to scrub, or filter, contaminants from a ship’s auxiliary engines and boiler before exiting the exhaust stack of a ship. provided more than $5 million in project funding since the program began in 2007.
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UW-Madison engineer collaborating with entrepreneur on 6-cycle, external combustion engine; could be up to 30% more efficient than standard diesel
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 21, 2011
The K6 engine uses six strokes instead of four to reduce the pressure of exhaust gases, which allows it to harvest more energy rather than expelling it with the gas. Shedd (2007) Continuous Combustion General Purpose Engine System (SAE 2007-32-0010). —Timothy Shedd. Kashmerick and Timothy A.
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ULEMCo delivers first hydrogen-diesel dual-fuel refuse trucks to Fife Council in Scotland
Green Car Congress
MAY 23, 2016
Revolve was originally stablished as Roush Technologies Limited in the UK in 1995; the business was acquired from its US parent, Roush Industries, by an investor group in 2007 and rebranded as Revolve Technologies Limited. Ulugbek Azimov, Eiji Tomita and Nobuyuki Kawahara (2013).
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Toyota, Hino and Showa Shell to Test FT Diesel and Renewable Diesel Blend in Hybrid Transit Bus
Green Car Congress
JUNE 30, 2010
FTD can significantly contribute to cleaner exhaust, with previous results under the NTSEL project demonstrating 50% less particulate matter, 20% less HC and 20% less CO in exhaust gas emissions compared to conventional diesel. Earlier post.)
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California Air Resources Board Unveils $3.7M in Rebates for Plug-in Hybrid and Zero-Emission Vehicles
Green Car Congress
MARCH 18, 2010
million program that Governor Schwarzenegger approved in 2007 to spur technological innovation in the transportation sector. Exhaust from cars and trucks have been known to exacerbate a variety of conditions such as lung and heart disease, and asthma, and even contribute to premature death.
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Study finds biodiesel use in HD trucks in Canada will result in very minimal changes in air quality and health benefits
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 7, 2013
However, the impact of these changes in HDDV exhaust emissions on ambient atmospheric pollutant concentrations and, more importantly, on human health outcomes across Canada have not been evaluated. exhaust emission control devices and vehicle efficiency) outweigh changes in emissions associated with the use of blends lower than B20.
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Cummins and Chrysler Extend 6.7L Turbo Diesel Supply Agreement
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 3, 2010
This 118% increase in horsepower and 86% increase in torque have been achieved while also reducing exhaust emissions by 90 percent. In 2007, Dodge and Cummins produced the cleanest heavy-duty diesel pickup in the market by meeting US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 2010 emissions levels a full three years in advance.
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186 EPA making $20M available for clean diesel projects
Green Car Congress
APRIL 25, 2012
EPA will provide funding for: Verified Exhaust Control Technologies: up to 100% of the cost of eligible verified. technology if that technology is combined on the same vehicle with a new eligible verified exhaust control. vehicle with a new eligible verified exhaust control technology. 2007 model year or newer heavy-duty engine.
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225 Faurecia takes 21.2% stake in Amminex A/S; focus on ASDS gaseous SCR system for NOx reduction
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 17, 2011
The Amminex ASDS is a gaseous Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system—an alternative to liquid SCR systems—which delivers very precise amounts of ammonia from solid state storage (ammine complexes) to a catalyst in the exhaust line. Ammonia storage and delivery systems for NO x aftertreatment (DEER 2007 poster).
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Nissan Introduces Diesel X-Trail with Automatic Transmission
Green Car Congress
JULY 10, 2010
g/km and PM emissions of 0.005 g/km—reductions by 47% and 64% respectively from the levels required by the New Long-term Regulations (exhaust emission standards) which have been in effect in Japan since 2005 (applicable to vehicles weighing more than 1,265 kg). Post New Long-term Regulations stipulate NO x emissions of 0.08
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Mazda announces SKYACTIV-X: gasoline Spark Controlled Compression Ignition
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 8, 2017
Under the original “Sustainable Zoom-Zoom” vision announced in 2007, Mazda has endeavored to offer both driving pleasure and environmental and safety performance. 2015) “Development of Dynamic Models for an HCCI Engine with Exhaust Gas Rebreathing System,” SAE Technical Paper 2015-01-1803 doi: 10.4271/2015-01-1803. Earlier post.).
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186 Cummins Begins Production of First EPA Tier 4 Interim Engines; Up to 5% Improved Fuel Efficiency
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 22, 2010
liter and the 9-liter engines have received EPA and EU emissions certification as integral systems with Cummins Particulate Filter exhaust aftertreatment, enabling integration and packaging efficiency. engine is certified to a higher power output of 300 hp (224 kW), while the QSL9 engine increases output up to 400 hp (298 kW).
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Volvo Car Corporation Confirms Introduction of PHEV Diesel in 2012; C30 BEV Production in 2011
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 30, 2010
The diesel engine—optimized to run on renewable synthetic diesel and complying with future exhaust emission requirements—can be run separately or in combination with the electric motor for optimal power and energy utilization.
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170 EPA updates rules to ease commercialization of alternative fuel conversion systems
Green Car Congress
MARCH 30, 2011
Exhaust, Evap, and OBD testing. MY 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and < useful life mileage. Exhaust and Evap testing + OBD scan tool test and attestation. MY >= current calendar year - 1. MY 2010, 2011, 2012 and < useful life mileage. Certification application. Intermediate age.
New split-cycle concept to control diesel HCCI combustion
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 25, 2010
The basic idea of the new Diesel combustion illustrated in this paper is to control the heat release rate by a gradual supply of an almost homogeneous charge, without relying on exhaust gas recirculation to moderate the reaction. 2007) A Preliminary Study Towards an Innovative Diesel HCCI Combustion ASME Paper No. ICEF2007-1743 (2007).
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318 Ten DME Buses Enter Service in Shanghai
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 17, 2009
In 2007, the Shanghai Municipal People’s Congress passed a bill banning vehicles that emit black exhaust. Vehicle waste has become a major source of pollution in the city, contributing 80 percent of the air pollution downtown. There are more than 2.5 million vehicles in Shanghai.
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150 Renault Sport F1 introduces revamped 2015 hybrid power unit
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 28, 2015
The ICE will have a new combustion chamber, exhaust system concept and variable trumpets, as permitted by the 2015 regulations. The wastegate is a control device that allows excess exhaust gas to by-pass the turbine and match the power produced by the turbine to that needed by the compressor to supply the air required by the engine.
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EPA Proposes to Streamline Approval Process for Fuel Conversion Systems
Green Car Congress
MAY 7, 2010
Exhaust, Evap, and OBD testing 2. MY 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and < useful life mileage. Exhaust and Evap testing + OBD attestation. current calendar year - 1. MY 2009, 2010, 2011 and < useful life mileage. Certification application. Intermediate age. current calendar year - 2 and < useful life.
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