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Better fuel economy = Less Emissions? Maybe Not
A common belief on “chipped” diesel engines is, if your fuel economy is improved by using an aftermarket “chip”, your emission levels drop also. This is not necessarily true. From the manufacturer, your diesel engine is made to meet certain goals for that particular motor; fuel economy, power, reliability and emissions to name a few. […]
$60 million grant for electric motor development.
A $60 million conditional grant has been awarded to Remy International for the comercialization of its Remy HVH electric motor technology, by the U.S. Department of Energy, as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). Remy Int’l recently announced thier HVH 250, the next evolutionary step of the advanced electric motor for hybrid and electric vehicle […]
F.A.A. grant for Oakland Int’l Airport
The Federal Aviation Admistration has given a $2.5 million dollar grant to the Oakland International Airport for a project that will significantly reduce the amount of diesel emissions produced by planes parked overnight for cargo movement and maintenance. This project will install 18 emission-free electrical parking spots where the planes will plug into at night and […]
Canadian Government to Reduce Greenhouse Emissions by 25%
Canada’s Environment Minister announced recently that Canada will “harmonize” it’s vehicle emission standards with the new tougher standards being enforced in the United States. The goal is to reduce greenhouse emissions by 25% from 2008 levels.
New Innovations in Clean Diesel Technology
The progress of diesel engine manufacturers in improving fuel efficiency over the last two decades has led to new innovations in clean diesel technology and consumer acceptance. Mazda recently confirmed at the New York International Auto Show, that it plans to begin selling vehicles equipped with its ultra efficient SKY gasoline and diesel engines in […]
Terrastar Set New Standard – 4/5 Class Truck Market
Navistar has unveiled the International TerraStar Class 4/5 commercial truck touting a wide range of commercial-duty features, from its commercial-duty MaxxForce 7 V-8 diesel engine to the largest, roomiest cab available. The International TerraStar sets a new standard in the 4/5 class truck market. GM and Ford announce the most environmentally friendly and powerful Heavy […]
Lower Fuel Demand Results In Production Cut Back
Petrolium refiners are cutting back on fuel production because of lower demand by consumers, the result of this? That’s right… higher fuel prices are expected. At the same time, biodiesel prices are expected to continue their upward swing in pricing due in part to the rising costs of soybean, biodiesel’s main ingredient. Looking at this, […]