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Purem by Eberspaecher to start using CO2-reduced stainless steel in commercial vehicle exhaust systems

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Here, the more sustainable stainless steel will be processed into commercial vehicle exhaust systems with a reduced CO 2 footprint. Production of exhaust systems for commercial vehicles at Wilsdruff. This is an important step towards reducing Scope 3 emissions at Purem by Eberspaecher.

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US Tire Manufacturers Association to produce standardized tire tread particles for researchers

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The US Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) will produce cryogenically milled tire tread (CMTT) and provide samples to researchers to advance scientific study on tire and road wear particles (TRWP). Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Octillion Power Systems enters US bus market to supply batteries for motorcoaches, city buses

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With its entry into the motorcoach and bus markets, Octillion’s batteries will be used to repower popular models including Van Hool T2145e highline touring coaches and TD high-capacity double-deck coaches to 100% battery-electric power. Electric buses also offer the passenger less vibration, less noise, and zero exhaust.

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Study links deterioration of concrete and asphalt to trace quantities of organic matter; diesel exhaust, windshield washer fluids

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The scientists showed that there are a number of organic molecules from diverse sources present in modern concrete structures and asphalt pavements: phthalates, diesel exhaust particulates, surfactants, and windshield washer fluids.

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Volvo Trucks leading market in Europe and in N America for electric heavy-duty trucks

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Volvo Trucks leads the market in Europe and in North America for heavy electric trucks after the first quarter of 2023. In total, the manufacturer has sold almost 5,000 electric trucks in about 40 countries. Now, its electric product range is being made available in new markets in Asia, Latin America and Africa.

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DĂĽrr provides CATL with solvent recovery technology for electrode production in Germany

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The Dürr Group is delivering technology for the sustainable manufacture of lithium-ion batteries to be used in CATL’s plant that is currently being built in Arnstadt, Germany. In battery factories, solvents are used in the manufacture of electrodes, more specifically in the coating of electrode foil. Dürr’s Sorpt.X

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WinGD and HSD Engine collaborate to deliver methanol-fueled two-stroke engines

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Under the JDP, WinGD will oversee combustion and injection research, exhaust aftertreatment requirements and engine concept design. HSD Engine will provide support on cost-effective manufacturing and assembly, provide engine testing capabilities and deliver fuel supply and exhaust aftertreatment systems.

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