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WHO IARC classifies diesel exhaust as carcinogenic to humans (Group 1)

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After a week-long meeting of an expert working group, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), which is part of the World Health Organization (WHO), classified diesel engine exhaust (DEE) as carcinogenic to humans (Group 1), based on sufficient evidence that exposure is associated with an increased risk for lung cancer.

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Schaeffler presents Efficient Future Mobility North America concept vehicle; cost-effective reductions in fuel consumption

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Technologies and contributions to reduced fuel consumption in Efficient Future Mobility North America. Schaeffler presented a new concept vehicle at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The Schaeffler demonstration vehicle was developed in North America. Click to enlarge. —Prof.

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Lexus NX compact utility arrives in North America

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Lexus has introduced the new Lexus NX compact utility, first unveiled in Beijing ( earlier post ) to North America. liter turbocharged gasoline engine has a combination water-cooled cylinder head, integrated exhaust manifold and twin-scroll turbocharger. Standard energy-efficient LED headlights and taillights.

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Corning expands light-duty vehicle exhaust filter capacity in Germany

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Diesel vehicle manufacturers are striving for greater engine performance and fuel economy while meeting Euro 6 emissions standards under a myriad of driving conditions. Corning Incorporated has boosted its light-duty vehicle filter capacity at its manufacturing facility in Kaiserslautern, Germany for both gasoline and diesel engined vehicles.

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Bosch, DEUTZ, and Eberspächer Set Up JV for Diesel Exhaust Aftertreatment

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KG have signed an agreement to set up a joint venture in the area of diesel exhaust aftertreatment. We want to establish Bosch Emission Systems in the global market as a technologically leading supplier of complete diesel exhaust aftertreatment systems. Thomas Wünsche, CEO of Eberspächer Exhaust Technology.

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Daimler Trucks North America Introduces LNG and CNG Models With Cummins Westport Engine

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Daimler Trucks North America will offer the Cummins Westport ISL G Natural Gas (NG) engine in the Freightliner Business Class M2 112 truck in a total of six LNG and CNG tractor/truck configurations. The ISL G was the first heavy-duty engine to meet EPA 2010 emission standards of 0.2 The Cummins Westport ISL G, an 8.9-liter

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Volvo Trucks’ D13 Turbo Compound engine now standard on all VNL models; 6% better fuel economy over 2020 engine

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The enhanced D13 Turbo Compound (D13TC) engine from Volvo Trucks is now standard on all Volvo VNL models, providing enhanced fuel efficiency and reducing overall cost of ownership. Confidence continues to grow among Volvo Trucks North America customers as orders increase following the next-generation release of the D13TC engine in 2020.

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