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Euro 6 regs in full effect; ACEA launches clean diesel campaign in support of technology-neutral policies

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To mark this occasion the automotive and motor trading industries have launched an online clean diesel campaign to raise awareness among consumers and policy makers about clean diesel—a three-part solution comprising cleaner diesel fuel, advanced engines and effective emissions control technology. Click to enlarge.

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How To Outfit Your Vehicle for Ridesharing

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You can also consider the internals of the vehicle to protect you. This calls for routine interior cleaning , including washing and vacuuming, as well as making sure that all surfaces are clear of clutter and waste. The post How To Outfit Your Vehicle for Ridesharing first appeared on Clean Fleet Report. Vehicle Specifications.

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Opinion: Cars and Toxic Substances

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Well, we know what internal combustion cars do—they burn fuel, which goes out the exhaust. Automobile manufacturers historically have used asbestos in car body parts such as brakes. When they clean the brakes, asbestos will get into their hair, shirts, skin, etc. Now, we all know the dangers of CO.

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Engine products group files legal challenge to EPAs partial waiver for E15

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The newly formed Engine Products Group (EPG)—comprising the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (Alliance), The Association of International Automobile Manufacturers, Inc. Earlier post.).

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China Zhongwang and Brilliance Bus partner to develop all-aluminum new energy public buses

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Ltd, as an automobile manufacturing enterprise. Brilliance Bus is committed to the development and manufacturing of new energy buses, new energy transportation vehicles and high-end private cars. Brilliance Bus (Dalian) Co., was established on July 29, 2010 with investments from Brilliance Automotive Investment (Dalian) Co.,

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SwRI’s HEDGE Technology Eliminates Low-Speed Pre-Ignition in Highly Boosted Engines

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The presence of low-speed pre-ignition is considered a major impediment to automobile manufacturers’ efforts to aggressively downsize engines to reduce carbon dioxide emissions. This is a substantial development because it has the potential to affect every original equipment manufacturer (OEM).

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European automakers and fuel suppliers argue for diesel as they call on policy makers to accelerate fleet renewal

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The very latest generation of diesel technology combines clean diesel fuel, advanced engines and effective emissions control mechanisms. AECC is an international non-profit scientific association of European companies making technologies for engine exhaust emissions control.

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