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Amtrak test of B20 snags TIME recognition

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The Heartland Flyer operates daily between Oklahoma City and Fort Worth. In previously conducted stationary locomotive engine testing, the B20 blend reduced hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide each by 10%, reduced particulates by 15% and sulfates by 20%. A hat-tip to R.M.! ).

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GE unveils prototype for first Tier 4 heavy-haul locomotive

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The new locomotive will meet this standard with technological advancements versus costly alternatives, which require special exhaust additives and infrastructure investments. GE Transportation plans to build its Tier 4 Evolution Series Locomotives at one or both of its US locomotive manufacturing sites in Erie, PA and Fort Worth, TX.