Publication

2006 - MIT Press, Cambridge, Mass, Massachusetts

Language

English

Word Count

54,750 words, Guess

Page Count

219 pages

Identifiers

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  • Goodreads3695270

Classifications

  • DDC338.4/76292220951
  • LCCHD9710.C52 G34 2006

Description

The author identifies an unprecedented opportunity for China to 'shift gears' and avoid the usual problems associated with the automobile industry - including urban air pollution caused by tailpipe emissions, greenhouse gas emissions, and high dependenceon oil imports - while spurring economic development.

Subjects

Topics

Energy consumptionEnvironmental aspectsChina, economic conditionsAutomobile industry and tradeAutomobile industry and trade, chinaAutomobiles, pollution control devicesAutomobile industry and trade -- China.

Places

Series Statement

  • Urban and industrial environments

Other Editions

  • China shifts gears: automakers, oil, pollutiion, and developmentMIT Press2006-01-01

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