In a study, lung cells became inflamed and less able to protect against bacteria when exposed to exhaust and brake dust particulates, while lung tissue was also damaged.
Metal-particle dust created by scraping brake pads account for a fifth of all tiny particle pollution on the roads, according to researchers.
By contrast, tail pipe fumes make up only 7% of the tiny particles found in roadside air – tyre wear, clutch scrapings and general road dust which may not be emitted from cars at all account for the rest.
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