Several new fuels will arrive in spring Gas stations Be introduced. Behind this are efforts to offer more environmentally friendly alternatives. The first two, B10 and XTL, could be officially available as early as April.
New at the gas station: this is what is hidden behind the B10, XTL and HVO
Anyone who has missed an environmentally friendly offer at a gas station will find what they are looking for in a few weeks. Then the first new diesel varieties will be added with B10 and XTL. The introduction of HVO is also planned. The three fuels will be mentioned in particular in the context of alternative or renewable energy sources for vehicles.
This is what's behind it:
- B10 : A blend of ten percent biodiesel and 90 percent conventional diesel fuel.
- xtl : The abbreviation stands for “X-to-Liquids.” The “X” represents various starting materials, such as gas (GTL – Gas-to-Liquids), biomass (BTL – Biomass-to-Liquids) or coal (CTL – Coal-to-Liquids).
- HVO : Hydrogenated vegetable oil is a renewable diesel fuel obtained by adding hydrogen to vegetable oils or animal fats.
All three fuels have their own advantages. Biodiesel can be used as a more environmentally friendly alternative to pure diesel fuel, as it generally releases fewer pollutants when burned. XTL fuels, in turn, may have a lower environmental impact, depending on the raw material source used and the manufacturing process. HVO can be used as a direct replacement for fossil diesel, often without the need for engine modifications.
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Fuels bring new regulations at gas stations
Although B1o, XTL and HVO are gradually expanding the offering of filling stations, not all drivers can use these fuels. Because: at least the B10 and XTL are governed by their own diesel standard. This means that car manufacturers must explicitly allow their vehicles to use this fuel. If you're not sure, you should stay away for now.
According to ADAC, the following approvals currently exist for XTL:
- few audi models
- bmw
- Citroen/Peugeot/Opel
- nissan
- Renault/Dacia, Seat/Cupra
- Skoda
- toyota
- volvo
- VW
Sources: ADAC
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By Dana Neumann