The technology used in new cars sold in Europe to meet stricter standards for nitrous oxide emissions, responsible for lung diseases, is causing them to burn more fuel and emit higher levels of carbon dioxide, one of the greenhouse gases scientists say is responsible for global warming.
That’s the finding of a study of 292 new car models sold in Europe since 2017 conducted by Which?, the U.K .‘s analog to Consumer Reports in the U.S.
“Our car emission tests have revealed that the latest cars are producing more CO2 than the older ones they’re replacing – on average, 7% more (10.5g/km). Our lab experts say the technical and software modifications needed to reduce emissions, and therefore adhere to the latest emissions standards have led to an inevitable rise in fuel consumption and CO2.”
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