GM trucks to run on B20
Following in the reduced carbon footprints of Ford and Chrysler, General Motors is now demonstrating its support for the biofuels industry.
GM has created a new Duramax 6.6L turbo diesel engine that can power a 20% blend of biodiesel. The new engine will run new 2011 heavy-duty models such as the Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra pickup trucks, Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans. Chevrolet is expected to reveal its 2011 Silverado trucks at the Chicago Auto Show.
‘B20 capability in our new heavy-duty trucks is the latest edition to a growing number of alternative fuel options offered by General Motors. We are seeking different paths to fuel solutions in order to maximise efficiency, reduce emissions and minimise the dependence on petroleum,’ said Mile Robinson, VP of Environment, Energy and Safety Policy.
To make the Duramax 6.6L and its fuel system compatible with B20, GM upgraded some seals and gasket materials, and upgraded fuel filter and additional heating to the fuel circuit.
This development comes after Chrysler began supporting the use of B20 in its vehicles in 2007, later followed by Ford. Together, these three companies now manufacture over 80% of the biodiesel blend-friendly vehicles sold in the US.
GM has created a new Duramax 6.6L turbo diesel engine that can power a 20% blend of biodiesel. The new engine will run new 2011 heavy-duty models such as the Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra pickup trucks, Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans. Chevrolet is expected to reveal its 2011 Silverado trucks at the Chicago Auto Show.
‘B20 capability in our new heavy-duty trucks is the latest edition to a growing number of alternative fuel options offered by General Motors. We are seeking different paths to fuel solutions in order to maximise efficiency, reduce emissions and minimise the dependence on petroleum,’ said Mile Robinson, VP of Environment, Energy and Safety Policy.
To make the Duramax 6.6L and its fuel system compatible with B20, GM upgraded some seals and gasket materials, and upgraded fuel filter and additional heating to the fuel circuit.
This development comes after Chrysler began supporting the use of B20 in its vehicles in 2007, later followed by Ford. Together, these three companies now manufacture over 80% of the biodiesel blend-friendly vehicles sold in the US.
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