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Chevrolet introduces second-generation Duramax 4-cylinder diesels; global engine

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The new Duramax engine was engineered in Europe and the US, with global application as one of its developmental objectives. —Nicola Menarini, Global Chief Engineer, GM Powertrain. The new EGR system decreases NO x emissions by reducing charge temperature and reducing excess levels of O 2 in the combustion chamber.

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Second-life EV batteries market expected to reach $34.7B by 2027

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The global second-life EV battery market is projected to reach a total of $34,758.46 Global Second-Life EV Batteries Markets. The report gave an estimation of the global second-life EV batteries market size for each global region: The Americas: $6,454.94 Asia-Pacific: $5,802.30 million by 2027, up from $19,717.47

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Rolls-Royce Motor Cars confirms electric Phantom test project

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102EX will serve as a working test bed for a global tour that takes in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and North America. These include the car’s ability to deliver an acceptable range between re-charges and to operate in extreme weather conditions.

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My Tour Operator Is a B Corp. What Does That Mean? Should I Care?

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Globally, there are only 62 certified B Corps in the travel industry and 76 in accommodation and hospitality. Aurora Expeditions , a small ship tour operator focused on polar travel, became certified in 2024, joining other travel companies like the lodging company Sawday’s , and tour companies Selective Asia and Byway.

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Honda reveals radical new electric Saloon concept at CES 2024 | Autocar Professional

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Representing a ground-up overhaul of the Japanese brand’s approach to electric car development and majoring on efficiency, engagement, spaciousness and autonomy, the new models will be sold in global markets including Europe, following a launch in the US. “Right now, there are two heights for batteries. The Space Hub.

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World Bank/ICCT report provides guidance to reducing black carbon emissions from diesels in developing countries

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The transportation sector accounted for approximately 19% of global black carbon emissions in the year 2000, according to the report. Road transportation accounted for 9% of global black carbon, with diesel engines responsible for nearly 99% of those emissions. Source: Minjares et al., data from Facanha et al. Click to enlarge.

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SAE technical experts: fuel cell technology has advanced significantly, FC vehicle production has begun, further cost reductions & infrastructure development required

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Takashi Moriya, Senior Chief Engineer at Honda R&D, re-iterated Honda’s strategic focus on electrification as the main pathway toward reducing greenhouse gases, and shift to renewable sources of energy. The main difference he stated is charging time and storage of electrical energy on the vehicle.

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