Archive for the ‘Environment / Pollution’ Category
Detroit 2008: Diesel On Show
U.S. legislation that requires a 40 percent jump in fuel efficiency by 2020 and less diesel emissions made car manufacturers pay more attention to their future plans. The result was that Detroit 2008 was overcome by next-generation diesel engines. Clean diesel delivers more power than they used to, and they are also better at saving fuel. ...
Diesels Better Than Hybrids?
It's well known that diesel based engines are more efficient than those running on gasoline, and that in terms of price and pollution they are also better. But what if I told you that diesels are even better than hybrids? Yes, PopularMechanics reports that in the late 70s and early 80s diesel engines didn't offer ...
New York Manhattan Congestion Charge Plans
It's already a reality in some parts of the world, and now the strategy of "congestion pricing" looks set to make its debut in New York City. The plan is to charge drivers a fee to enter Manhattan in an attempt to control traffic and reduce pollution. The plan was on New York's radar screen for ...
BMW Hydrogen 7: One Step Forward To A Better Environment
Have you ever thought about what effect pollution from the cars we're driving have on the environment? BMW has not only thought about that, but are already looking into possible solutions. The German car manufacturer wants you to consider hydrogen as the fuel source of the future and have created the BMW Hydrogen 7. Senior Director ...
