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Mayor of London expanding Ultra Low Emission Zone London-wide; new £110M scrappage scheme

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The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, will expand the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) ( earlier post ) London-wide. The expansion will come into effect on 29 August 2023 and will operate across all London boroughs up to the existing Low Emission Zone boundary for large and heavy vehicles. Source: Transport for London. Source TfL.

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Volvo Trucks to begin selling all-electric trucks in North America in 2020

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Volvo LIGHTS is part of California Climate Investments, a statewide initiative that puts billions of Cap-and-Trade dollars to work reducing greenhouse gas emissions, strengthening the economy and improving public health and the environment – particularly in disadvantaged communities.

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Intangles Lab launches Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) technology – ET Auto

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It will boostg fuel efficiency , and improve engine performance, while contributing to environmental sustainability, the company stated in a media release. Feedback from our customers highlighted the prevalence of DPF soot overloading and exhaust back pressure failures,” added Bhushan Patil, Chief AI Scientist at Intangles.

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Hydrogen Opposed Piston Engine Working Group formed

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If so, it is a valuable potential option for long haul transit in our quest for sustainable transportation. The direct injection two-stroke engine could be a very promising and interesting option for hydrogen combustion to achieve zero NO x because of its advantages of high-power density and inherent much lower NO x emissions.

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Jülich evaluation of power-to-fuels recommends DME, OME3-5 and n-alkanes as diesel substitutes

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The last blend—a suitable n-alkane cut mixed with OME 3-5 —has the greatest potential for increasing engine efficiency and reducing pollutant emissions. Power-to-fuel, interlinking the energy and transport sectors. Exhaust gas values were also greatly improved by the use of electrofuels. Schemme et al.

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Volvo Trucks presents heavy-duty electric concept trucks for construction operations and regional transport

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Heavy-duty electric trucks can help improve the work environment for drivers and construction workers thanks to low noise level and zero exhaust emissions during operation. Transport buyers can also contribute by offering longer contracts and being more willing to pay for sustainable transports.

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Volvo Trucks’ D13 Turbo Compound engine now standard on all VNL models; 6% better fuel economy over 2020 engine

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Excess heat and pressure from the exhaust gas are recaptured by the turbo-compound unit. The new Turbo Compound engine improves emissions, reducing the overall carbon dioxide footprint while still maintaining high average transport speeds. The turbine directs the recaptured energy to a gear link that pushes the crankshaft.

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