Volkswagen AG announced a landmark decision to extend warranty protection for the use of biodiesel blend fuel in all of its US market diesel powered automobiles. The warranty protection, which covers biodiesel blends of up to 5% (B5), marks a significant milestone in the development of a national market for biofuels. Biodiesel, already a popular alternative fuel, is seen by Volkswagen as a key element of a long range fuel strategy that relies on efficient, clean diesel technology for the use of an increasingly broad portfolio of renewable fuels.
Volkswagen’s commitment to B5 comes after a year of extensive testing and development, allowing Volkswagen to commit to accept B5 in the US as it has in Europe for many years.
Volkswagen and Archer Daniels Midland Company are testing B20, a blend of 20% biodiesel and normal diesel fuel, with a plan to address policies toward that in the future.
Volkswagen AG is one of the world’s largest producers of passenger cars and Europe’s largest automaker.
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