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Researchers show mechanism by which diesel exhaust particles trigger respiratory “flare-ups”

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When the particles in diesel exhaust were processed to separate the insoluble carbon core from the soluble, outer organic fraction, the researchers found that it was chemicals on their surface (the PAHs) which directly stimulated nerves, while the central carbon particles did not. Robinson, Mark A. Birrell, John J. Adcock, Michael A.

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Wanted: Electric MINI test drivers

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Additional funding is provided by the Technology Strategy Board as part of a UK-wide programme involving trials of 340 ultra-low carbon vehicles from several manufacturers. A further 20 MINI E vehicles will be distributed among the MINI E consortium members for testing in a fleet environment.

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Transport Ministers endorse 2009 MPG Marathon in Coventry

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Sadiq Khan, who looks after communities, environment and climate change at the Department for Transport, adds: “Events like this are great in demonstrating how easy it is to reduce fuel consumption, costs and emissions by making a few simple changes to your driving style. Also a first is the use of Lysanda’s Eco Log on every vehicle.

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