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Mazda introduces HAZUMI concept along with new 1.5-liter SKYACTIV-D diesel

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Mazda unveiled the HAZUMI next-generation subcompact at the Geneva Motor Show. The result is cleaner combustion with low NO x and soot emissions. Misfiring is avoided by adopting a variable valve lift (VVL) system for the exhaust valves. Click to enlarge. The name Mazda Connect is used in Japan, US, Canada and Mexico.

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U. Mich, Ford team studies effect of ethanol in reducing PM from DISI engines; insights into fueling strategies to reduce soot

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Further understanding and characterization of the underlying physical and chemical mechanisms of PM formation in DI combustion systems is critical to achieving clean emissions. motor octane number = 89.0) The researchers also used a smoke meter to measure particulate emissions in the engine exhaust gas.

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