

VW wants more incentives









Source: The Detroit News

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RE: Diesels do seem to have a bad rep
By phatboye on 8/22/2013 2:56:44 PM , Rating: 3
and that particulate matter isn't really a big deal.

What? Particulate matter is a big deal! Can you please elaborate on what you mean by this statement.

RE: Diesels do seem to have a bad rep
By mellomonk on 8/22/2013 5:16:53 PM , Rating: 2
Particulate matter hasn't been much of an issue since the changeover to low sulfur fuel combined with newer emissions put in place in the mid 2000s. The particulate filters used in auto applications are very effective. Find the video on VWs website where they place a white cloth across the exhaust pipe of one of their TDi models and a regular petrol fueled car. Pretty eye opening.

RE: Diesels do seem to have a bad rep
By dnd728 on 8/22/2013 6:35:01 PM , Rating: 3
economical low engine speeds mean exhaust gases don't get hot enough to burn off the particulate matter--leading to clogged filters and expensive replacements.

By ClownPuncher on 8/22/2013 7:14:52 PM , Rating: 2
Then buy your car based on the proper application. If you're all in-town and low speeds, don't buy a diesel. If you commute on the freeway, do.

