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Daimler Chrysler’s Commitment to Alternative Fuels Outlined
Joining the throng of car makers dedicated to help ease the world's dependence on fossil fuels is DaimlerChrysler, the largest truck manufacturer in the world. At the National Biodiesel Board Annual Conference, Deb Morrissett, the Vice President of Regulatory Affairs for the said company, persuades the growing biodiesel industry to carry on their commitment to develop a natural standard for B20 as car makers are focusing their attention on developing and producing vehicles that will use run on alternative fuels.
Volvo Cars Expands FlexiFuel Range
Volvo launched FlexiFuel cars powered by renewable bioethanol on some European markets. The green range is extended to include the new Volvo C30, which will be featuring eco-optimised FlexiFuel power.
"Interest in ethanol as a vehicle fuel is growing in Europe," says Gerry Keaney, Senior Vice President Market, Sales and Customer Service at Volvo Cars. "We are therefore expanding our range with additional models on a total of 9 markets. First to get Volvo's FlexiFuel cars outside Sweden will be Britain, Ireland, France, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland and Norway."
General Motors Going Green to 2010
General Motors, world's largest automaker and maker of quality auto parts like GM EGR valves, has recently announced its plans of producing a series of Hydrogen cars by 2010 as part of its strategy to push alternatives to conventional petrol.
During a presentation in Paul Springs, California, GM's chief engineer on the fuel cell project, Mohsen Shabana has stated that the hydrogen infrastructure would not be in place by then, but technicians are already working to make sure that car production is ready by 2010.
Better Batteries for Electric Vehicles
Hybrid vehicles are now either being developed or already in the lineup of several car manufacturers. This revolution is brought to American shores by Japanese car manufacturers like Toyota and Honda. The Toyota Prius has become a favorite for the American buyers who are concerned with the conservation of the environment as well as the ever increasing prices of gasoline.
The success of Japanese car manufacturers has challenged different car manufacturers to develop their own hybrid-electric vehicles - or in the case of Volvo, a vehicle that runs on an alternative fuel. Different designs and concepts have surfaced in the race to produce energy efficient vehicles. These include plug-in hybrid-electric vehicles, and electric vehicles.
Are Hybrids Losing Their Pull?
Gasoline prices are increasing and sales are slipping. In addition, the automotive industry is showered by lots of alternative options. These are the factors why critics in the industry are saying that hybrids are already losing their pull. Several automakers have ventured into hybrid manufacture and they are now coping with the change of heart of vehicle aficionados.
Last year, Carlos Ghosn, Nissan chief executive, told a convention of car dealers that the business case for the eco-friendly vehicles had yet to be proved. In a bid to keep up with auto giants, Nissan said it will be introducing a hybrid car developed for the U.S. and Japanese markets this month. This move is aimed at challenging the success of Japanese automakers like Toyota and Honda.
Fuel Efficient Trucks from Volvo
The world's primary source of fuel for different industries comes from the reserves of fossil fuels which is a non-renewable source of energy. Since fossil fuel is non-renewable, the world is in danger of running out of supply. While the current amount of fossil fuel reserves can still last a long time, steps have been taken by different industries to lessen their dependency on petroleum products. The automotive industry is one of the major sectors in the global community that has taken a step towards not only in the development of alternative fuel but in implementing the use of such fuel as well. Several car manufacturers now produce vehicles that run on alternative fuel or alternative fuel mixed with gasoline.