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Tech: What You Need to Know About Your Exhaust System

Clean Fleet Report

If you’re driving down the road and you notice a quiet car in front of you, you should know that the car’s exhaust system is doing its job. A well-maintained exhaust system is essential in making your ride safe and sound. If your exhaust system is working correctly, it benefits your fuel consumption and the environment.

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Dürr building smart and resource-efficient paint shop at San Luis Potosí in Mexico for BMW Group; Industry 4.0

Green Car Congress

Responsible use of water resources is a particular sustainability goal in San Luis Potosí. The facility will have the lowest water consumption per vehicle produced in the production network. The water needed for the painting process is reconditioned and recycled.

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Niagara Falls Maid of the Mist vessels going battery-electric; ABB power and propulsion

Green Car Congress

Cuomo announced that Maid of the Mist, which has been navigating the waters of the Lower Niagara River since 1846, will launch later this year two new all-electric, zero-emission passenger vessels constructed in the United States. The color scheme is environmentally-friendly green combined with the blue of the water. — Gil C.

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Dürr building smart paint shop for JAC plant for electric vehicles in China

Green Car Congress

The smaller tank capacity means that RoDip reduces the costs per unit by using less energy, water, and chemicals. In order to reduce the solvent emissions as much as possible, the exhaust air flow is purified from the clear coat booths as well as the paint mixing rooms. There is no need for a trunk opener at the rear. Industry 4.0”

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No regrets: A Phoenix mom moves beyond her gas-powered car and doesn’t look back

Plug in America

She asked why their car didn’t have exhaust coming out of a pipe like everyone else’s did. Our car is cleaner and healthier for you.” Now, Jazmin’s daughter covers her face when she walks around gas cars so she doesn’t breathe in the exhaust. The answer was simple for Jazmin, a researcher who works for the City of Phoenix.

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Detroit Diesel Previews its 2010 BlueTec SCR Technology; 5% Improvement in Fuel Economy

Green Car Congress

Detroit Diesel, a Daimler company, previewed its production-intent version of Daimler’s BlueTec technology for emissions control at the Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) Conference. The DEF reacts with smog-forming nitrogen oxides (NO x ) in an SCR catalyst, reducing the NO x released into the air into nitrogen and water.

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Shattering Myths: The Role of Advanced Auto Glass Technologies in Greener, Safer Driving

Clean Fleet Report

For example, certain high-tech windshields come with hydrophobic coatings that repel water, improving drivers’ visibility during heavy rain. Regular maintenance and prompt repair or replacement of damaged auto glass are essential. Advanced auto glass technologies offer improved visibility, even under adverse conditions.

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