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US study of miners links heavy exposure to diesel exhaust to increased risk of lung cancer death; researchers suggest implications for urban areas with high exhaust concentrations

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In a study of non-metal miners in the US, federal government scientists report that heavy exposure to diesel exhaust increased risk of death from lung cancer. For never-smokers, risk of lung cancer death increased with increasing diesel exhaust exposure. effect of diesel exhaust exposure on lung cancer mortality in.

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5 Ways Owning an EV Can Save You Money

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Over a three-year period, they compared data like purchase price, maintenance costs and fueling/charging costs. Fewer maintenance costs EVs have fewer moving parts than ICE vehicles. On top of that, EVs require a lot less routine maintenance. The electric drivetrains that propel EVs require infrequent maintenance.

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BMW Technology Day 2009: Focus on Aerodynamics, Two New Engines and 8-Speed Transmission

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According to statistics compiled by the German Motor Vehicle Registration Authority cited by BMW, the average fuel consumption of all BMW and MINI vehicles registered in Germany in 2008 is 5.9 The company presented the capabilities of its Aerodynamic Test Center and Aerolab; a new 3.0-liter EfficientDynamics.

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Growth Energy and Ethanol Producers Request Waiver Allowing E15 from EPA

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In his speech, General Clark said that Growth Energy made the request to raise the cap based on multiple sources of scientific data showing that E15 has no adverse effects on a car’s performance, maintenance, or emissions controls. No statistically significant change was detected. Earlier post.).

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Study finds fleet switch from PFI to GDI engines will result in net reduction in global warming

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emission control technologies, and vehicle age and maintenance history. … Among the findings from the study: For vehicles certified to the same emissions standard, there is no statistical difference of regulated gas-phase pollutant emissions between PFIs and GDIs. engine calibration (spark timing, valve timing, etc.), of the data.

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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Audi presented a range of its ongoing work on electromobility and efficiency—from fuels and systems to full vehicles—under the “Future Performance Days 2015” banner. mi) range in electric mode in the NEDC—like the fuel consumption, another record in the segment. With a capacity of 17.3 TDI quattro.

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NREL review of E15 effects on MY2001 and later cars finds no meaningful differences with E10

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The data presented in these studies did not show any evidence of deterioration in engine durability or maintenance issues for E15 (or E20) in comparison to E0 and E10 (when tested). Neither study found increases in fuel-related maintenance in the vehicles tested.

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