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Real-World Nox Emissions from Diesel Pickup Trucks in the United States: A 2023 Update

Publication Year: 2024

Author(s): Meyer M, Bernard Y

Abstract:

The latest report from the TRUE Initiative examines the real-world emissions of diesel pickup trucks on the road in the United States today. This study, which analyzed more than 360,000 data samples from Virginia and Colorado between 2015-2023, found that the emissions impact of these diesel pickup trucks is significant. Truck models from Ford, Ram, GMC, and Chevrolet are emitting on average nearly 5 times above the U.S. EPA emissions limit according to real-world measurements.

From this data set, the study also found that Ford trucks of model years 2010 to 2019 emit between 3 to 10 times more harmful nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions in real-world driving conditions than other similarly sized trucks. Ford F-250/350s were also found to be particularly susceptible to changes in temperature when compared to other manufacturers.

Source of Publication: The International Council on Clean Transportation

Vol/Issue: October 2024

Country: United States of America

Publisher/Organisation: International Council on Clean Transportation

URL:
https://theicct.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/ID-241-%E2%80%93-Pickup-trucks_TRUE-Initiative_final_4-2.pdf

Theme: Sustainable transportation | Subtheme: Environment Impact

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