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Global MRV introduces first permanently embedded Micro PEMS for continuous onboard emissions analysis

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Firefly collects and allows for the combined analysis of engine, GPS and emissions data; the unit is currently being tested in on-road vehicles and will be available to the market at the end of 2016. The flexibility of Firefly proprietary software allows emissions data to be translated into grams per miles, gallons, kilometers, etc.,

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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

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According to the lawsuit, RAM owners report that efforts to fix the faulty emissions system significantly affect engine performance and mileage, with miles per gallon dropping as much as 25%. The defect leads to lower fuel economy, non EPA-compliant emissions levels, and costly and frequent vehicle repairs, the complaint charges.

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ICCT study concludes no technical barriers to use of higher blends of ethanol

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The consumption scenarios are technically achievable but do not reflect significant barriers such as cost, regulation, legality, and consumer acceptance. Ethanol has about one-third lower energy density than gasoline; accordingly, cars drive fewer miles per gallon when operating on ethanol blends compared with unblended gasoline.

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Volkswagen provides first technical details of Gen 8 Passat, including plug-in hybrid drive; multiple new assistance systems

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A plug-in hybrid model will also be offered, with potential to travel 31 miles (50 km) powered by a 9.9 kWh battery pack alone power alone, and with a potential combined maximum range of around 600 miles (966 km). TDI complies with the Euro 6 exhaust gas standard. Assistance and convenience systems.

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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The Q7 PHEV will arrive in dealerships in Germany in 2016, and will likely come to the US, although perhaps with a gasoline-engine variant. miles) and at least eight years in operation. Because the exhaust system transports only water, it can be made of lightweight polymer. Audi e-tron quattro concept SUV. Second life.

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My journey to and on the Mauritanian Iron Ore Train

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It started in 2016 when I set myself a small challenge: how do you travel without money and in an electric car from the Netherlands to Australia ? To see nothing but desert for miles as a Dutch person? It’s legal to ride this train, it’s also free. ’ Exhausted? Incredible. The border crossing?