Climate change is increasingly becoming a threat to environmental sustainability. Automobiles are emitting considerable volumes of greenhouse gases to the environment. Carbon dioxide emission by cars is considered a challenge in combating greenhouse gas emissions. This study investigated the influence of car type and age and noted significant correlations. Some car models emit high CO2 than others. Similarly, old cars emit higher amounts of CO2 than new cars.
Table of Contents
1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Objectives of the study
2.0 METHODOLOGY
3.0 RESULTS
4.0 DISCUSSION
Research Objectives and Core Themes
This paper aims to evaluate the contribution of different vehicle types to environmental carbon dioxide emissions by analyzing how specific car models and vehicle age influence emission levels.
- Correlation between car model and CO2 output
- Impact of vehicle age (new vs. used) on emissions
- Influence of engine capacity and manufacturer country on environmental performance
- Comparison of emission standards across international car markets
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Climate change is increasingly becoming a threat to environmental health and safety (Brimblecombe, 2014). The vast concentration of gases that result in climate change emanates from vehicle emissions (EPA, 2017). One type of emission that these automobiles discharge is the carbon dioxide (CO2) gas. In most cases, there is a direct relationship between the quantity of fuel consumed by a car engine and the CO2 emissions of the vehicle. To date, there has been insignificant progress in reducing the CO2 emissions from cars despite the improvements in efficiencies of engines and the advancement in the reduction of emissions of air quality pollutants. The average discharge from a new car is approximately 120.1g/km of CO2 (Vehicle Certification Agency, 2017). However, different car models exhibit varying rates of CO2 emissions. In most cases, cars with larger engines emit more CO2 compared to those with smaller engines because the former often use more fuel (Goldblatt, 2012). With this in mind, this paper is an attempt to investigate how different types of cars contribute to CO2 emission to the environment.
Summary of Chapters
1.0 INTRODUCTION: This chapter contextualizes the global threat of climate change and identifies automotive CO2 emissions as a primary contributor, establishing the study's focus on vehicle type and age.
1.1 Objectives of the study: This section defines the specific research goals, which are to investigate the influence of car type and vehicle age on carbon dioxide emission levels.
2.0 METHODOLOGY: This chapter outlines the research approach, detailing the use of an online emissions calculator and a stratified sampling method to select representative car models.
3.0 RESULTS: This section presents the empirical data gathered from the study, comparing CO2 emission levels for new and used vehicles across four distinct strata.
4.0 DISCUSSION: This chapter interprets the findings, linking the variation in emissions to manufacturer origins, engine characteristics, and the observed impact of vehicle age.
Keywords
Carbon dioxide, CO2 emissions, Climate change, Vehicle age, Car type, Environmental sustainability, Greenhouse gas, Engine capacity, Automotive industry, Fuel consumption, Tailpipe emissions, Vehicle mileage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research?
The research examines the relationship between various types of automobiles, their age, and the resulting carbon dioxide emissions released into the environment.
What are the central thematic fields?
The work focuses on environmental science, automotive engineering technology, and the analysis of real-world emission data across different global manufacturing markets.
What is the primary objective of this study?
The study seeks to determine if car type and vehicle age significantly influence the quantity of CO2 emitted by modern automobiles.
Which scientific method was employed?
The researcher used a stratified sampling method to select popular car brands and utilized a specialized emissions calculator to analyze CO2 output based on variables like engine size, mileage, and driving style.
What is covered in the main section of the paper?
The main body presents the methodology, a comprehensive analysis of the results through tables and figures, and a discussion on how different car brands and ages compare in terms of their carbon footprint.
Which keywords define this work?
Key terms include CO2 emissions, environmental sustainability, vehicle age, automotive technology, and greenhouse gases.
How do French car brands compare to U.S. models in this study?
The study found that French car brands tend to demonstrate lower CO2 emission levels, whereas U.S. car models showed significantly higher rates of emission compared to other types.
Does vehicle age always result in higher emissions according to the study?
While the majority of cars showed an increase in CO2 with age, some specific models, such as the Nissan 370Z and Peugeot 108, maintained consistent emission levels regardless of the mileage.
- Quote paper
- Patrick Kimuyu (Author), 2018, Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Carbon Dioxide Emission by Different Types of Cars, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/384972
