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IARC: Outdoor air pollution carcinogenic to humans

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Air pollution is already known to increase risks for a wide range of diseases, such as respiratory and heart diseases. These included diesel engine exhaust, solvents, metals, and dusts. In the past, the Programme evaluated many individual chemicals and specific mixtures that occur in outdoor air pollution.

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Honeywell Global Turbo Forecast projects 49M turbocharged vehicle sales, $12B revenue per year by 2019

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In addition to improving fuel efficiency, downsized turbocharged engines also reduce harmful exhaust emissions. Continued pressure to improve the driver experience and meet future industry requirements is spurring the positive trend seen in this year’s forecast, which include double-digit growth in both North America and China.

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Honeywell Transportation Systems Forecast: turbocharged vehicles to account for 48% of annual global sales by 2021; electric boosting emerges

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Diesel engines also provide increased torque, range and driving pleasure especially for pickup trucks, SUVs and light commercial vehicles, which remain extremely popular. Honeywell expects light vehicle sales of turbocharged vehicles to grow 11 points to 33% of regional sales or more than 7 million vehicles by 2021.

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Scania unveils new heavy-duty global engine platform

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European markets also have access to an extended range of Euro 5 and EEV engines with SCR technology. Scania’s V8 engine range is available worldwide and for all current emission levels. Scania’s V8 engine range is available worldwide and for all current emission levels. The new engines have the same bore as the 9.3-liter

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Ford Unveils Next-Generation Global Focus at NAIAS; Features New 2.0L DI Engine with Powershift Dual-Clutch Transmission for NA Market

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The global powertrain lineup for the new Focus will include a range of Ford EcoBoost four-cylinder turbocharged direct injection engines—including the 1.6-liter The global powertrain lineup for the new Focus will include a range of Ford EcoBoost four-cylinder turbocharged direct injection (DI) engines—including the 1.6-liter

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Ford unveils 2015 Edge; new EcoBoosts for N. America, diesels for Europe

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The newest version of its crossover sport utility vehicle will go on sale in North America early next year with an expanded range of smart technology. Sales in South America, Europe—to include Western Europe—and Asia Pacific will follow. Ford has revealed the all-new 2015 Edge. Two new EcoBoost engines.

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Perspective: US Needs to Transition to Hydrous Ethanol as the Primary Renewable Transportation Fuel

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Brazil, the largest and most populous country in South America, was importing 80% of its oil and 40% of its foreign exchange was used to pay for that imported oil. Hydrous ethanol (also sometimes known as azeotropic ethanol) typically ranges from 186 proof (93% ethanol, 7% water) to 192 proof (96% ethanol, 4% water). Conclusion.