New Trucks Pass EPA Diesel Exhaust Tests
According to the Diesel Technology Forum, all new major heavy duty truck and engine manufacturers have met new Environmental Protection Agency emissions standard and have been certified by the EPA for protection. These newer trucks are believed to be 90% cleaner than older trucks.
The introduction of ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel last October helped in the creation of the cleaner trucks. The cleaner fuel allowed development and the use of more effective emission devices. According to the EPA, emissions of greenhouse gases will be cut by 2.6 million tons and soot emissions will be reduced by 110,000 tons once the older trucks are replaced by the newer trucks.
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