AdBlue is a blue liquid that has been used in Europe since 2005 to reduce the emissions of diesel engines. It is made up of a mixture of urea and deionized water, and it works by turning nitrogen oxide (NOx) into harmless nitrogen gas (N2) and water vapor (H20). This process is known as Selective Catalytic Reduction or SCR. AdBlue helps to reduce NOx levels in exhaust gases from diesel vehicles, which can contribute to air pollution when released into the atmosphere.
AdBlue has become increasingly important for reducing vehicle emissions due to tightening regulations on air quality standards across the world, particularly in Europe where AdBlue was first introduced. In 2020, all new cars sold in the European Union must use AdBlue technology if they are powered by diesel fuel. The same applies to commercial trucks over 3.5 tonnes that have Euro 6d-Temp certification or higher; these vehicles must be equipped with an AdBlue tank before being allowed onto public roads.
The use of Adblue ensures that diesel engines meet the strictest emission requirements set out by governments around the world. By reducing NOx levels from vehicle exhausts, it helps improve local air quality and minimizes health risks associated with breathing polluted air such as asthma attacks or lung cancer risk factors . It also reduces greenhouse gas emissions which are linked to climate change and global warming worldwide – making it an essential tool for meeting environmental targets set out by international agreements like Paris Agreement 2015 .
Adblue also offers cost savings for owners of vehicles fitted with this technology: since engine efficiency increases thanks to reduced exhaust gases , less fuel needs to be consumed resulting in lower fuel costs overall . Other advantages include improved performance due to cleaner combustion processes , extended service intervals because there’s no need for regular maintenance checks on catalytic converters , longer lifespan on components such as turbochargers & EGR valves plus reduced noise levels emitted from your car’s exhaust system .
Overall, while there may be some initial cost involved purchasing tanks & refilling them regularly – using Adblue will benefit both you & our environment long-term!
