With the introduction of tougher emission regulations, the diesel engine reaches long-term its limit for the use in passenger cars, without the further development of emission regulation systems. Starting from the current state of technology, various problems and their associated solutions with the development involved are discussed. These solutions should enable the leading position of the diesel engine as the most economical prime mover of passenger automobiles to be continued.
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