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The importance of considering non-exhaust traffic emissions; the role of EVs

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the criteria pollutants and CO 2 that emerge with the exhaust from the tailpipe. However, there is more than 15 years of research showing that the contribution of non-exhaust primary particles to the total traffic generated primary particles is significant in urban areas. Further, a 2013 review by Denier van der Gon et al. Background.

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Converted hydrogen fuel cell refuse vehicle on trial in Ruhr region as part of HECTOR

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This was carried out by E-Trucks Europe, a specialist manufacturer of hydrogen-electric commercial vehicles based in Belgium, in collaboration with Wietholt, a DAF authorized dealer in Dorsten, Germany. Almost the entire original powertrain—engine, fuel tanks and exhaust system—was removed from the DAF truck.

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Researchers combine plasma-assisted nitrogen oxidation and lean NOx trap technology for ammonia production

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A team from KU Leuven and the University of Antwerp in Belgium has developed a new process that is suitable for the distributed, small-scale production of “green” ammonia. engine exhaust gas aftertreatment technology. . The process, called PNOCRA (Plasma Nitrogen Oxidation and Catalytic Reduction to Ammonia), combines plasma?assisted

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Volvo Buses receives order for 90 electric hybrid buses and fast charging stations from Belgium

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The Volvo 7900 Electric Hybrid operates quietly and exhaust emission-free on electricity for about 70% of its route. Volvo’s electric hybrids and ABB’s fast-charging systems are based on a common interface known as OppCharge, whereby the charging stations can also be used by electrified buses from other vehicle manufacturers.

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Survey finds LNG-fueled ship orders up 26% in six months

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For existing ships, after-exhaust treatment is proving more popular, but for newbuilds, operators are taking advantage of LNG’s properties. Currently projects underway in Belgium, Sweden, Finland, South Korea, Singapore, Japan and elsewhere have made efforts to offer LNG bunkering and incentives to support LNG-fueled marine technology.

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

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With these new additions, Volvo Trucks has six electric truck models in series production, giving it the industry’s most extensive portfolio of zero exhaust emission trucks. In the third quarter of 2023, serial production will also start at Volvo’s largest factory in Ghent, Belgium.

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European Sales of Chevy Spark Begin 1Q 2010 with Two Engines at Launch, LPG Variants

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The two engines use advanced features such as port deactivation technology to improve exhaust gas recirculation, leading to optimal fuel efficiency and idle stability, along with a timing chain to ensure a lifetime of low maintenance and running costs. They feature multi-port fuel injection and are both Euro V emissions compliant.

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