Innovation through Exhaust Treatment
Besides carbon dioxide and water vapor, automobile exhaust emissions include carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides (NOx) and hydrocarbons (HC). Diesel vehicles have the same emissions plus particulates. Vehicle emissions have a significant impact on air quality, especially in cities with heavy traffic.
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Greenhouse gases threaten the environment while pollutants threaten health: The European Union has reacted by drastically lowering emission limits. more |
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In order to combine all technical solutions for reducing diesel engine emissions into an optimized package, DaimlerChrysler is implementing a multi-staged plan. more |
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In the BLUETEC system, DaimlerChrysler brings together various technical features for reducing all relevant emission components in diesel vehicles. more |
Please note
The information in the "Sustainability" section mainly refers to the 2006 reporting year. It thus may not always reflect the com- pany's current situation.
