General Motors will revamp its Duramax V8 engine to meet new diesel emission rules for the 2007 model year, reports Automotive News. GM will give the powerplant a new variable geometry turbocharger, enhanced exhaust gas recirculation, a closed crankcase ventilation system, and an oxidizing catalytic converter to bring it up to standards. The report indicates the changes could add at least $3,000 to the cost of building the truck.
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06/16, 12:07 PM
posted by:
Mike
If anything, we need MORE government regulations.
/sarc
06/16, 12:34 PM
posted by:
canut4ever
It would be a waste just to fit this engine on to pickups. This engine will be a nice addition to the mainstream large GM suvs. Id say fit it in on more models. Still 3K seems lower than developing a full hybrid.
06/16, 2:27 PM
posted by:
Bill Ford
KEWL ! I’ll buy it !!
06/16, 4:10 PM
posted by:
Hugh Jass
In other words, the same technology as the Europeans diesels already have. Absolutely ground-breaking.
06/16, 4:15 PM
posted by:
Mike
ummm… there is a difference beteen a 180lb. ft. 1.8l and a 650lb ft. 6.7l
we are not talking about an econo car engine here. hugeass, you are a moron.
06/18, 1:08 AM
posted by:
Hugh Jass
Mike, your ignorance of European diesel technology is utterly electrifying. Did you commandeer your parent’s Windows 95 machine or did you sneak access from summer camp?