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Study comparing crash risk of EU and US vehicles indicates differences in performance

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To compare risks, the researchers analysed a number of US and EU crash data sources using three statistical approaches to “triangulate” evidence regarding differences in crash and injury risk. To answer this question, it was necessary to separate risk from exposure because EU and US drivers drive in different environments.

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Study finds some improved cookstoves may emit more black carbon pollution than traditional mud cookstoves

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The first real-world, head-to-head comparison of improved cookstoves (ICs) and traditional mud stoves has found that some ICs may at times emit more of the black carbon particles that are linked to serious health and environmental concerns than traditional mud stoves or open-cook fires. —Kar et al.

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ICCT analysis finds real-world vehicle fuel consumption gap in Europe at all-time high of 42%

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This update, jointly prepared by the ICCT and the Netherlands’ Organization for Applied Scientific Research (TNO), describes the increasing real-world efficiency gap using statistical analysis. Manufacturers measure vehicle fuel consumption in a controlled laboratory environment. We analyzed data for more than 1.1

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Wolfspeed, BPEI study uses ESOI analysis to show energy efficiency superiority of SiC in EVs

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By quantifying the “lifecycle energy return on energy invested,” ESOI provides an apples-to-apples comparison of alternative energy-saving technologies. ESOI can be maximized either by increasing the numerator (the energy saved via a product’s use) or by decreasing the denominator (the marginal energy required to make the product).

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Sandia releases literature survey of crude oil properties relevant to handling and fire safety in transport

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Much of the US’ new abundant domestic oil and gas supply is being produced from unconventional resources—particularly light sweet crude oil from the Bakken shale in North Dakota, as well as the Eagle Ford and Permian Basins in Texas. This rapid growth has also created challenges in moving crude oil to market. All variables matter.

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NEDC Vs WLTP: How EV Ranges Are Estimated Around The Globe & Why Bother About The Tests

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They are, The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) test The Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) The New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) While the EPA test is for the United States, the NEDC and WLTP are European standards. The WLTP range statistics are roughly 11% higher than the EPA range predictions.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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Appendix B: Car of the Future: A Comparison of Alternative Vehicles. Appendix D: Vehicle Driving Statistics. It is alarming to see comparisons of the Chevrolet Volt PHEV with battery electric cars when the comparison focuses only on the electric range and ignores the other important differences. Conclusions. slow charge.

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