A different kind of fuel has been formulated this last 3-5 years and as strange as you might find it consists of vegetable oil and animal fats. This alternative fuel is called biodiesel and is produced only for diesel engines. Created under specific conditions this fuel is accepted by the Environmental Protection Agency and now it is a product legally sold and distributed. There also those who have their own private home biodiesel production. Just like any other product and method of energy source production, biodiesel has its bright side and its side with the things people should be aware of.
The Bright Side:
a. This fuel is friendlier to the environment in comparison to diesel as when it is used it creates fewer emissions of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, sulphur dioxide and other harmful to the environment toxins.
b. It is a renewable source of energy as it is produced mainly through plants.
c. It supports the farmers and the local agriculture.
d. Biodiesel gives longer life to motors since it has natural lubricant capacities.
e. This fuel emits a more pleasant aroma (fried food or barbecue aroma).
To be Aware of:
a. During cold weather conditions it necessitates specific treatment.
b. Biodiesel contains to some extent less energy in comparison to diesel.
c. It has the propensity to make certain fuel system parts (non-synthetic or natural rubber) weaker.
d. According to the way the motor is tuned there might be higher emission levels of oxides of nitrogen.
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Bright Future
All the statistics show that biodiesel has a bright future as it considers an energy source easy to produce, find, use and also because with newer diesel cars biodiesel provides superb fuel mileage. The next time you are at your local gas station chose biodiesel over diesel and see the results for yourself!
