Renault launches its ‘Renault eco²’ line of vehicles
Renault introduces its new ‘Renault eco²’ appellation which is intended to inform customers about its commitment to offering ecological, economical vehicles as part of its contribution to safeguarding the environment. True to Renault’s ambitious policy of curbing the impact of its business on the environment, this new appellation guarantees the environmental credentials of the vehicles concerned during each phase of their lifecycle – manufacture, use and end-of-life management. Read more
Diesel Revolution in the United States
As consumers face rising prices of gasoline, many have already abandoned their plans to purchase large vehicles such as SUVs and pickups in favor of smaller vehicles such as sedans and crossovers. This demand has led car manufacturers to invest in the research and development of alternative technologies to make their production vehicles as gas thrifty as they can while still offering a good level of performance.
For the past years, the hybrid technology has been the favorite of environment and gas price conscious car buyers. Aside from hybrid technology, flex-fuel vehicles also gained momentum. These vehicles are designed to run on gasoline or a combination of gasoline and bio-ethanol. While these vehicles are designed to be environment-friendly, the scarcity of refueling stations offering E85 has led flex-fuel owners to use plain gasoline thereby defeating the environmental purpose of their vehicles. In fact, in a recent study it was found out that 99 percent of flex-fuel vehicles on the roads of the United States are still using conventional gasoline for fuel. This issue has led to the rise in the popularity of diesel engines. Read more
5 Major Ways to Save Money on Gas
I know you just want to get to the meat of how to save money on gas, but let me just lecture for a moment.
Petroleum products, including gas, are not going to become cheaper. One of the reasons for this is simply that they are limited and more and more people are competing for a diminishing supply. This is Economics 101 stuff and is known as supply and demand. As supply goes down and demand goes up, the price goes up. Anyway, when was the last time you saw major price reductions on a commodity like gas?
At the same time, people around the world are beginning to realize that not only are petroleum supplies limited, but the effects of burning gas and other petroleum products to power cars, factories, and your lawn mower are creating a highly unstable environmental situation…one which may have disastrous consequences for our children and grandchildren if not for us. Read more
Bluetec Technology by Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes Benz BlueTec technology
Volkswagen Bluemotion Technology
Volkswagen developed the bluemotion Technology which reduces the fuel consumption and Co²-Emmission
Is Diesel Performance Dead?
In a day where phrases like Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel, Exhaust Gas Recirculation, Urea Injection and most of all Diesel Particulate Filter are being used in an industry that is more accustomed to phrases like “Boost Fooler” and “Mufflerectomy” many people are wondering if this is the end of the Diesel Performance era. Many people are even asking, “Is Diesel Performance Dead?” Now there are a couple of different ways to approach this question and with a topic so close to many people’s hearts it’s oftentimes very difficult to know which way is the best to approach the topic.
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Mercedes-Benz Vision GL 420 Bluetec
Mercedes-Benz is continuing its US diesel initiative with the presentation of another concept vehicle at the Detroit Auto Show. The Vision GL 420 BLUETEC demonstrates that, thanks to BLUETEC® technology, even large, high-performance SUVs can offer economical fuel consumption and extremely low emissions. Boasting a powerful V8 diesel engine, which develops 216 kW (290 hp) and 700 Nm (515 lb ft) of torque, the anticipated fuel efficiency for the new SUV is just 9.8 litres per 100 kilometres (24 mpg). This impressive combination of high power, torque, fuel economy and operating range ensures that Mercedes-Benz BLUETEC® vehicles offer an ideal drive concept for the American market.
World’s First Biodiesel Professional Racecar
When the start lights go out on Friday”s SCCA SPEED Touring Car race at Sebring International Raceway, Jim Osborn, of Ooltewah, Tenn., will rocket away from the starting grid in the world’s first biodiesel professional racecar.
Osborn’s team, Chili Pepper Racing, recently announced it would run its No. 24 Volkswagen Jetta on diesel fuel for the entire 2007 SPEED Touring Car season, but the announcement today that the team has successfully made the move to biodiesel, has catapulted them from conscientious racers to world leaders.
Following in the footsteps of Audi’s diesel racing success and the adoption of Ethanol by both ALMS and the Indy Racing League, Jim Osborn couldn’t have picked a better time or place to lead motorsports into the next generation of energy efficient racing. The SPEED World Challenge is a production-based car series and Osborn’s Jetta isn’t much different from those on showroom floors across the country. Osborn hopes his performance at the internationally famous Mobil 1 12 Hours of Sebring event, will inspire consumers everywhere to explore the possibilities of alternative fuels in their own cars. Read more