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International automotive researchers emphasize the importance of continued development of the internal combustion engine

Green Car Congress

Thirty-seven globally prominent scientists representing the International Journal of Engine Research have published an open-access editorial addressing the future of the Internal Combustion Engine, and stressing the importance for continued development of more efficient and even lower-emitting technologies. —Reitz et al.

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EVs and Fleet Electrification Are Reducing Noise Pollution

Clean Fleet Report

What isn’t often discussed is the potential for EVs to reduce noise pollution. With that in mind, here’s a closer look at EVs and their impact on noise pollution. How Are Automakers Reducing Noise Pollution? Reducing pollution starts with EV production. Reduced noise and air pollution are excellent public health outcomes.

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HEI ACES study of lifetime animal exposure to New Technology Diesel Engine exhaust finds no lung cancer

Green Car Congress

The first study to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of lifetime exposure to new technology diesel exhaust (NTDE)—i.e., exhaust from heavy-duty diesel engines meeting EPA 2007 and later emissions requirements—has found no evidence of carcinogenic lung tumors. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Construction Companies Are Turning to EVs

Clean Fleet Report

Case offers a variety of electric options A Quieter, Smoother Ride Traditional construction equipment has an internal combustion engine (ICE)–usally diesel powered–that makes the vehicle vibrate and produce loud noises. EVs do not contribute to noise pollution.

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Opinion: Cars and Toxic Substances

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This article may contain affiliate links. [Ed. Burning gasoline, wood, charcoal or other fuel produces CO, among other pollutants. Well, we know what internal combustion cars do—they burn fuel, which goes out the exhaust. Opinion: Cars and Toxic Substances. Beware of Health-Related Hazards. Cars emit CO into the air.

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7 Maintenance Tips To Extend the Life of Your Diesel Truck

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This article may contain affiliate links. If you have an internal leak, it will show up almost immediately in the form of smoke coming from under your hood. Look for oil on the exhaust manifold, which is another sign that something’s wrong with your turbocharger. 7 Maintenance Tips To Extend the Life of Your Diesel Truck.

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Electric bicycles classifications, history & development 

Electric Vehicles India

The ICE vehicles are one of the main causes of polluting the environment, the exhaust emissions of internal combustion engines such as hydrocarbons (HC), nitrogen oxides (NOx), carbon monoxide (CO), and particulate matter (PM), the need for alternate energy methods is greater than ever. Nickel-cadmium battery(NiCd).