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European truck manufacturers call for action to prevent aftermarket manipulation of NOx emissions controls

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In the wake of a report by the German television station ZDF identifying widespread aftermarket manipulation of NO x emissions control technologies on trucks, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) is calling for government action to preclude such manipulation.

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Global Commercial Vehicle meeting continues calls for global regulatory harmonization on fuel efficiency and emissions reduction

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The meeting has also focused on longer-term issues with the objective to increase flexibility in connection with vehicle design, which can contribute to important emission reductions from the road freight sector.

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Opinion: Cars and Toxic Substances

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This is not an anti-ICE or anti-car story, it’s designed to make sure you are aware of some of the health issues that can arise from car use.]. The automobile is one of the inventions that makes human life convenient. Well, we know what internal combustion cars do—they burn fuel, which goes out the exhaust. Asbestos Exposure.

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Ford introducing four new SUV models in China; EcoSport with 1.0L EcoBoost engine

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China’s SUV sector is developing quickly, Ford notes—the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers reported that 1.59 liter EcoBoost engine features a new compact, high performance turbocharger design. Careful attention has also been paid to mitigating the natural vibrations of the three-cylinder design.

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Japan automakers going slow with biodiesel; JAMA maintains stance on B5 as maximum for now

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The Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) is maintaining its stance on B5 (5% biodiesel, i.e., fatty acid methyl ester, blends) as the maximum until further findings and market observations on the use of B7 are reported. Impact on exhaust aftertreatment systems. Source: JATOP.Click to enlarge. Impact on stability.

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Mercedes-Benz unveils new Sprinter; focus on connectivity; electric drive in 2019; realizing adVANce

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The new Sprinter comes in more than 1,700 variants depending on body type, drive system, cab design, body length, payload, cargo-space height and equipment versions. The electric models are primarily designed for operations in city centers. And we are doing it precisely tailored to each particular industry.

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Audi unveils redesigned R18 diesel hybrid Le Mans racer for 2016 season

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The FIA WEC regulations have been providing automobile manufacturers with incentives to build increasingly efficient race cars since 2014. Audi has designed its MGU for an output of more than 350 kW (476 hp) in order to recover as much energy as possible. The transmission is a new design as well. liters (13.18

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