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Study links ambient PM2.5 and ozone specifically caused by vehicle exhaust emissions to ~361,000 premature deaths worldwide in 2010 and ~385,000 in 2015

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A new study provides the most detailed picture available to date of the global, regional, and local health impacts attributable to emissions from four transportation subsectors: on-road diesel vehicles; other on-road vehicles; shipping; and non-road mobile engines such as agricultural and construction equipment.

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Researchers look to fire ants for sources of biodiesel feedstock

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Black (Solenopsis richteri) and red (Solenopsis invicta, Buren) imported fire ants (IFA) were introduced to the United States form South America by the early 1930s and now represent a considerable nuisance to humans in both rural and urban settings. Thus, the unusual amount of oil extracted from the imported fire ant (Solenopsis sp.)

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IARC: Outdoor air pollution carcinogenic to humans

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After thoroughly reviewing the latest available scientific literature, the experts convened by the IARC Monographs Programme concluded that there is sufficient evidence that exposure to outdoor air pollution causes lung cancer (Group 1). These included diesel engine exhaust, solvents, metals, and dusts. 161, Air Pollution and Cancer.

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Honeywell Transportation Systems Forecast: turbocharged vehicles to account for 48% of annual global sales by 2021; electric boosting emerges

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By rightsizing engines with available technologies, automakers are able to continue applying the benefits of smaller turbocharged engines while fine-tuning powertrain systems to further optimize fuel economy, emissions and performance. liters and 1.7 Turbocharged diesel engines will continue to be in demand on light-duty trucks.

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Scania unveils new heavy-duty global engine platform

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Scania’s V8 engine range is available worldwide and for all current emission levels. The changeover to the new engines is taking place at Scania’s production units in South America during the second half of 2011. The exhaust brake has been revamped with more precise control and better low-speed performance.

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Ford unveils 2015 Edge; new EcoBoosts for N. America, diesels for Europe

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The newest version of its crossover sport utility vehicle will go on sale in North America early next year with an expanded range of smart technology. Sales in South America, Europe—to include Western Europe—and Asia Pacific will follow. Ford has revealed the all-new 2015 Edge. Two new EcoBoost engines.

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Climate Expert: Don't Call It Geoengineering

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Everyone solemnly agreed, again, to follow the science, which has shown in exhaustive detail that humanity will suffer from heat, fire, floods, and droughts if the world warms beyond 1.5° C above pre-industrial levels. Yet if countries continue on their present course, the world will likely have warmed by 2.7°

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