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WHO says diesel causes cancer

admin — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:04:53 +0000

LONDON—Diesel engine exhaust fumes can cause cancer in humans and belong in the same potentially deadly category as asbestos, arsenic and mustard gas, World Health Organization experts said on Tuesday.

Ottawa unveils plan to reduce heavy duty truck GHG emissions

admin — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 23:57:30 +0000

BOUCHERVILLE, Que. – Canada's Environment Minister, Peter Kent, announced proposed regulations Friday to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from new on- road heavy-duty vehicles.
The proposed regulations are designed to reduce emissions from the whole range of on-road heavy-duty vehicles and engines, including large pick-up trucks, short/ long-haul tractors, cement and garbage trucks, buses, and more, for the 2014 model year and beyond. As a result of implementing the proposed standards, it is anticipated that greenhouse gas emissions from 2018 heavy-duty vehicles will be reduced by up to 23% from those sold in 2010.

Commentary:

The CTA has endorsed this initiative and goes further, proposing that an “Energy Star” labelling system be established for these new tractors, with an accelerated capital cost allowance to spur adoption. This is a win for the industry and our environment.

President Obama Announces New Fuel Economy Standards

admin — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 23:22:12 +0000

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President Obama today announced the next phase in the Administration’s program to increase fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas pollution for all new cars and trucks sold in the United States. These new standards will cover cars and light trucks for Model Years 2017-2025, requiring performance equivalent to 54.5 mpg in 2025 while reducing greenhouse gas emissions to 163 grams per mile.

Commentary:

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2012 Truck World

admin — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 23:17:55 +0000

TORONTO, Ont. – Canada's truck world wrapped up another successful exhibition on Saturday 21st April, 2012. Over 400 exhibitors displayed their wares and 20,000+ visitors attended: 300,000 square feet of trucks, trailers, equipment, tools, technology and services for the trucking industry.