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Mayor of London expanding Ultra Low Emission Zone London-wide; new £110M scrappage scheme

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Euro 6 for diesel cars and vans (widely available since 2016). 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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ICCT-led test of 73 Euro 6 diesels finds large difference in NOx results under NEDC and more realistic WLTC

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The three main NOx control technologies currently on the market are exhaust gas recirculation (EGR); lean-burn NO x traps (LNT); and selective catalytic reduction (SCR). EGR systems recirculate a portion of exhaust gas to the combustion chamber, lowering the combustion temperature and the production of engine-out NO x.

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Tesla drivers are feeling the brunt of anti-EV sentiments: report

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Random rude drivers will swerve in my lane to yell at me or turn on a heavy diesel exhaust that blows black smoke,” he said. . Theresa Ramsdell, who has owned two Teslas since 2016, noted that she’s had some scary experiences on the road as well. Most often, the drivers behind these acts are driving large pickup trucks, Albertson said.

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New diesel Volkswagen Golf GTD heading for the US; first driving impressions

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Volkswagen has introduced a new version of the Golf GTD (“Gran Turismo Diesel”) in Europe, and plans to bring it to the US market, reportedly likely for the 2016 model year. In addition, mixing uncooled exhaust gas (HP-EGR) during low-rev driving prevents cooling of emissions control processes that can even occur with a hot engine.

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UK unveils new plan to cut NO2; sale of new conventional gasoline and diesel cars to end by 2040; focus on local action

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billion which may be invested in cycling and walking from 2016-2021. £1B The Government said thatlocal authorities should exhaust other options before opting to impose charging. . £1.2B – Cycling and walking. In April 2017, the UK Government published its Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy which identifies £1.2

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Stinger GT-Line RWD

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The rear fascia houses quad, chrome exhaust tips. Road Test: 2016 Nissan Maxima. Road Test: 2016 Lexus GS F. The short-as-can-be power trunk lid, which is actually the trailing end of the hatch, has a subtle lip with LED tail, turn signal and brake lights wrapping onto the quarter panels. Driving Experience: Interior.

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Can This DIY Rocket Program Send an Astronaut to Space?

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Its navigation computer used a 3-axis accelerometer and a 3-axis gyroscope to keep track of its location, and its thrust-control system kept the rocket on the correct trajectory by moving four servo-mounted copper jet vanes that were inserted into the exhaust assembly. Luckily, we have good industry contacts who can help out.

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