Volkswagen Renewable Diesel Evaluation Program Completed

Volkswagen of America Inc. announced the successful completion of its Renewable Diesel Evaluation Program in collaboration with Solazyme Inc. and Amyris Inc.

Volkswagen measured the environmental impacts from the use of pre-commercial renewable diesel formulas. Analysis found that advanced renewable fuels in the test offered comparable performance to standard crude-based diesel fuels while producing less CO₂ emissions. During the evaluation, Solazyme's Soladiesel RD and the Amyris renewable diesel were used for the program.

"Evaluations like this are part of Volkswagen's broader holistic environmental strategy which underscores the company's commitment to the environment by deploying a comprehensive approach which addresses carbon reduction and sustainability at each part of the vehicle lifecycle." said Ewald Goessmann, executive director, Volkswagen Group of America, Electronics Research Laboratory.

The report highlights the market potential that renewable fuels offer, combining comparable performance, helping reduce emissions, while utilizing more sustainable methods.