Tag: CO2 emissions

China's Ministry of Environmental Protection (MEP) has announced that the China 6 Emissions Standard for Light-duty Vehicles (LDV) will come into force on July 1, 2020.

Porsche illegal software functions force recall while VW shuts down production to switch to new emissions testing.

Eroding profits and tough legislation have hit the Indian diesel vehicle industry, with consumers also showing price sensitivity.

Lubes development continues to take positive steps forward despite some specification delays and puzzling political decisions on emissions.

The US Environment Protection Agency has announced a reduction in the federal emissions standards, amidst push-back from individual states and positive signs of US emissions reduction.

UK trade body blames government policies for first increase in CO2 figures for 20 years, despite better vehicle engine technology.

As the lubes industry continues to grow, the influence of a fragile global economy and unpredictable political outcomes in Europe and elsewhere may yet derail the positive market.

Chinese oil giant Sinopec claims its products will meet the latest emissions standards and announces a major refinery expansion programme

The European Parliament has criticised a number of countries for dragging their feet over new emissions regulations. Meanwhile VW has been given the go-ahead to repair rigged software.

The Anglo-Dutch major has revealed a super-low CO2 emission vehicle which uses specialised lubricants.