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BMW, Audi, MAN promise to cut diesel emissions

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Is the reduction of emissions of diesel cars an effective alternative to bans in order to reach lower pollution levels in cities? Image source: Shutterstock (#450640471)

German auto manufacturers BMW and Audi and truck manufacturer MAN have pledged to the Bavarian state government to reduce diesel vehicle pollution. To meet this goal, the companies intend to decrease emissions from older vehicles while also incentivizing the sale of newer cars that emit less pollution. “The steps agreed on Wednesday include a pledge from luxury rivals BMW and Audi to ensure that at least half of their Euro-5 standard diesel car fleets will reach a level of nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions that will cut pollution in cities,” the Bavarian state government said according to Reuters.

“We believe there are more intelligent options than driving bans. That’s why we support the initiative of the Bavarian government for a comprehensive and lasting improvement of air quality in our cities,” BMW CEO Harald Krueger stated. But as a result of city-level efforts, diesel engines are on a rapid decline anyway.

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