podcastsinenglish Level B.67 Death of diesel?
Sep 21, 2017
The car industry is grappling with pollution, leading to city bans on diesel vehicles. Volvo's bold shift to electric and hybrid models marks a major turning point. The VW emissions scandal unveiled the truth about diesel pollution, revealing hidden health hazards. While diesels excel in efficiency, they're harmful to urban environments. Their suitability remains for rural and heavy-duty use, but electric truck options are lacking. Hybrids emerge as a practical bridge, blending combustion engines for long journeys with electric power for city driving.
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Urban Bans And Industry Shift
- Many cities plan to ban diesel cars, making urban diesel use untenable.
- Volvo will sell only electric or hybrid vehicles from 2019, signaling industry shift.
VW Scandal Changed Perception
- The diesel backlash started with the VW emissions scandal exposing fake test results.
- That revealed diesels were far more polluting in real use than advertised.
Efficiency Versus Local Pollution
- Diesels emit less CO2 and are more fuel-efficient than petrol engines.
- However they produce more NO2 and particulates, harming city air quality and health.