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California ARB releases concept paper for public review on reducing short-lived climate pollutants

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Short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs) include methane, tropospheric ozone, black carbon, and fluorinated gases. They are powerful climate forcers that remain in the atmosphere for a much shorter period of time than carbon dioxide.

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Amtrak test of B20 snags TIME recognition

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A 12-month test of a B20 (20% biodiesel and 80% diesel) biodiesel fuel blend to power the daily Amtrak Heartland Flyer train has made TIME magazine’s list of “The 50 Best Inventions of 2010.” The Heartland Flyer operates daily between Oklahoma City and Fort Worth.

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SAIC introduces large electric panel van in Europe: Maxus EV80

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The Maxus EV80 is being made available to over 200 major fleet operators in Europe that are interested in reducing their carbon footprint and vehicle operating costs by running zero emissions vehicles. In 2015, the company ranked 46 th on the annual Fortune Global 500 list, with $106.68 SAIC Motor sold 6.49 billion in revenues.

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Canada aligns with US on light-duty vehicle GHGs, Tier 3 regulations and heavy-duty vehicle fuel efficiency

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Once fully phased-in, the Tier 3 exhaust emission standards would be as much as 80% lower than current Tier 2 emission standards. The proposed Tier 3 emission standards would apply to new passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and certain heavy-duty vehicles (such as delivery vans). Heavy-duty vehicles.

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Mercedes-Benz powering ahead with €3B strategic engine initiative; increasing electrification, 48V; diesel and gasoline; cylinder deactivation

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The new six-cylinder in-line engine comes with an intelligent form of turbocharging: assisted by the ISG at start-off, the electric auxiliary compressor (eZV) guarantees immediate high torque when driving off and accelerating, bridging the time before the large exhaust turbocharger cuts in. Almost imperceptible restart of the engine.

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Road Test: 2023 Maserati Grecale Modena Mild Hybrid

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of torque produces an aggressive exhaust note with spirited acceleration. The accelerator pedal isn’t as touchy nor the crackling and popping of the exhaust note isn’t as dramatic as in Sport. The transmission holds each gear at higher revs and the suspension stiffens.

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Road Test: 2022 Maserati Ghibli Trofeo

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When at the dealer, make sure to lift the hood and get a look at the beautiful Trofeo carbon fiber red and black engine cover, which by far is the most attractive we have seen. One of the most annoying thing about cars that pretend to be a sports sedan, but really aren’t, is their faux or overpowering exhaust note. Pretty and powerful.