by Wesley Wren (Autoweek) … The Dodge Challenger is still dead. The folks at Dodge know that when the clock strikes midnight on December 31, 2023, its LX-platform Challenger will shuffle out of its
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(Renewable Fuels Association) Sales of E85 flex fuel in California in 2022 surged 66 percent over 2021 and more than doubled the pre-pandemic record set in 2019, new data released by the
(India Ministry of Road Transport and Highways) To promote eco-friendly means of transportation and decarbonize the transport sector, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has notified mass emission standards to introduce
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) The Renewable Fuels Association showed off its new 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) at the Commodity Classic in Orlando last week, right down the road from
by Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton (B&C Biobased and Sustainable Chemicals Blog) On February 16, 2023, Representative Randy Feenstra (R-IA) introduced a legislative package that includes bills regarding researching
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association released its 2023 Ethanol Industry Outlook and Pocket Guide today during the 28th annual National Ethanol Conference in Orlando. The annual publications serve as the go-to source of
by Jody Heemstra (DRG News) Data released this week (Feb. 28, 2023) by the U.S. Energy Information Administration for 2022 show that ethanol volumes continued to recover from the pandemic-affected levels
(Renewable Fuels Association) Adding low-cost ethanol to the nation’s gasoline supply improves energy security and saves the average American household more than $750 per year, according to a new study conducted by energy
by Brian Jennings (American Coalition for Ethanol) With its D.C. fly-in happening at the end of March, the American Coalition for Ethanol’s CEO is optimistic about the industry’s ability to
by Kamila Duncan (Pearson Fuels/Rural Radio Network) Pearson Fuels, the country’s largest E85 distributor, has opened its 300th retail E85 site. The latest addition to the San Diego-based company’s E85 network
(Renewable Fuels Association) Implementing a national clean fuel program that incorporates a market-based, technology-neutral approach will be critical to decarbonizing the U.S. transportation sector, the Renewable Fuels Association stressed today at
(ePURE) Sustainable crop-based biofuels remain the main source of renewable energy in transport, but are still needlessly restricted in how much they can help meet climate goals — The EU is
by Abby Brown, Haley Erickson, and Emily White (National Renewable Energy Laboratory) This report provides information on ethanol fueling infrastructure and industry trends over the last 10 years. It is informed
(Reuters) French ethanol sales rose 13% in 2022 as consumers looking to limit fuel spending increasingly turned to cheaper gasoline containing up to 85% ethanol, a trend that should continue
(Renewable Fuels Association) As higher ethanol blends like E15 and E85 continued to expand in the marketplace in 2021, thirty-five states and the District of Columbia blasted through the so-called 10%
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) … (T)he Renewable Fuels Association remains focused on solidifying year-round access to E15, building export markets and moving incrementally closer to net-zero
by Nicole Heslip (Brownfield Ag News) Michigan ag groups and lawmakers plan to continue work on a biofuels tax credit in the new legislative session. A bill, introduced by Senator Kevin Daley, would
(Renewable Fuels Association) A new survey of registered voters shows robust support for ethanol and the Renewable Fuel Standard, while also revealing significant opposition to policies that ban liquid fuels or
by Ron Lamberty (Ethanol Producer Magazine/American Coalition for Ethanol) … I recently used the phrase “camel’s nose under the tent,” which might have been an old saying a long time
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) Nebraska fuel retailers and drivers helped to raise more than $15,000 in October as part of Fuel the Cure 2022, a campaign that also educates the public about
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association’s annual review of vehicle owner’s manuals and warranty statements indicates that E15 is explicitly approved by the manufacturer for use in the vast majority
by Jan Tenbensel (Lincoln Journal Star) Reduced air pollution and energy security are crucial issues in Japan, which recently committed to achieving carbon neutrality, including through increased use of bioethanol.
(Maruti Suzuki) Unveiled in the presence of Hon’ble Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari; BS 6 compatible, mass segment Flex Fuel prototype car, designed and developed locally in
(Illinois Alliance for Clean Transportation) The city, fleet and facilities manager Sarah Mark recognized for operating low-emission vehicles. — The City of Moline, Illinois has been named a Clean Fuels Champion
by Willie Vogt (Farm Progress) … But with all this talk about E15, we wondered if farmers would use it in their gas-powered vehicles. The response to the latest Farm Progress
by Tadd Nicholson (Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association./Columbus Dispatch) … Fortunately for Ohio drivers, an increasing number of retailers across the state now offer higher ethanol blends. These retailers sell lower-cost
by Philippe Marchand (European Technology and Innovation Platform (ETIP)/Transport Energy Strategies) On the road to 2050, transport is not the easiest sector to decarbonize, or, more precisely, de-fossilize, but it
(American Coalition for Ethanol/Ethanol Producer Magazine) The USDA has closed its application period for the latest round of the Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program, which provides $100 million in grants
(Renewable Fuels Association) A report released today (November 16, 2022) by the U.S. Energy Information Administration demonstrates clearly that higher blends of ethanol helped moderate fuel prices in the wake of the
(Renewable Fuels Association) Testimony, Comments Provided to Treasury, IRS, USDA — In separate comments and testimony to the U.S. Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture,
(Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition) The Conference Will Recognize Champions of Clean Energy, Transportation and Environmental Equity and Justice — The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) a public-private partnership
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Growth Energy released a study conducted by ABF Economics that found that nationwide access to E15, a 15 percent ethanol blended fuel, could save drivers billions
by Cassie Mullen (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) As prices at the pump spiked this past summer, a special E15 sales promotion by fuel retailer Sheetz offering the 15 percent ethanol
(U.S. Grains Council/Ethanol Producer Magazine) In September, Isabelle Ausdal, U.S. Grains Council manager of global ethanol policy and economics, traveled to Sweden to attend the International Energy Agency Bioenergy Task 39
by Brent Barnett (Brownfield Ag News) A leader with Iowa Corn Growers Association says it’s getting more difficult for people to find flex-fuel vehicles. Flex-fuel vehicles are capable of running on higher
(Agricultural & Applied Economics Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) The nested design of the Renewable Fuel Standard is limiting incentives for blenders to sell higher blends of ethanol (E85) and has instead resulted
(Autocar India) Union Minister Nitin Gadkari will unveil the Toyota Corolla flex-fuel model at an event in Delhi. — Toyota will showcase the first flex-fuel-powered car in India on September 28.
by Bob Thompson (Michigan Farmers Union/Detroit News) … Fortunately, President Joe Biden and our members of Congress have taken decisive steps to lower gas prices and limit our dependence on foreign
(Growth Energy) Growth Energy Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Chris Bliley testified before the Michigan State House Committee on Tax Policy in support of SB814, legislation that would establish a retailer tax
by Sharon Ji* (Advanced Biofuels USA) On July, 2022, Alliance Gas, Located at 1296 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road in Sunnyvale, CA opened flex fuel pumps. This is the first station in Sunnyvale
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The California Air Resources Board is working on its latest scoping plan, which could potentially intensify Low Carbon Fuel Standard targets and boost ethanol
(Agricultural and Applied Economics Association/CISION) The nested design of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) is limiting incentives for blenders to sell higher blends of ethanol (E85) and has instead resulted in
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) … Toulouse remains a busy center for biotechnology, in the south, and the rise of sustainable aviation fuels is not hurt one little bit from
(Research & Markets/PR Newswire) The “Transportation Grade Bioethanol Market – A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on Raw Material, Fuel Blend, End Use, and Region – Analysis and Forecast, 2022-2031” report has
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) is showcasing its custom-made E85 vehicles at the Farm Progress Show, a 1200-hp flex-fuel Jeep Wrangler and the new Can-Am X3, both built by Kenny
(ePURE) As the EU starts final negotiations for new car CO2 standards, a study shows plug-in hybrid vehicles running on E85 ethanol blend are at least as climate-friendly as battery
(AgriNews) When it comes to spectator sports, not many events can match the vibrant colors, the unique sounds and the raw power of drag racing. All of that and more was on
by Lewin Day (The Drive) If the standard GT500 isn’t enough for you, Shelby is happy to turn things up to 11. … The result is a V8 engine good
(U.S. Grains Council) Since 1961, the U.S. Grains Council (USGC) has contributed to the rapid growth of the livestock and feed industries in Japan, increasing exports of U.S. feed grains to
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The USDA is scheduled to open a new $100 million, 90-day application window for the Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program on Aug. 23, according to
by Sergius Barretto (Autocar India) Maruti is also exploring the use of bio-CNG to add to its portfolio of alternative fuel engines — Maruti Suzuki has begun work on an E85 capable
by Kellan Heavican (Brownfield Ag News) California is the country’s largest domestic market for E85 fuel and the state’s largest ethanol distributor says that’s good news for farmers. Jeff Wilkerson with
by Kellan Heavican (Brownfield Ag News) … Randy Gard is the Chief Operating Officer with Nebraska-based Bosselman Enterprises. “It just really takes some legislative law that gives guidance to EPA that
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association) As clean energy supporters across the globe celebrate World Biofuels Day, today seemed like the perfect occasion to reflect on two recent RFA journeys to
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The Nebraska Department of Revenue on Aug. 1 began accepting applications from fuel retailers to claim a recently established sales tax for higher blends of
by Sam McEachern (GM Authority) A class action lawsuit that was filed against GM in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois alleges certain Flex Fuel capable Chevrolet
by Eric Béziat (Le Monde) Thousands of French motorists are wondering whether they should switch to E85 superethanol because of
by Melissa Anderson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Eleven years ago, California led the way with the implementation of its Low Carbon
by Melissa Anderson (Ethanol Producer Magazine) San Diego-based Pearson Fuels is showing its wholesale customers that E85 can be made
(Bangkok Post) The Tapioca Ethanol Association is urging energy policymakers to promote more use of cassava-based ethanol in order to
by Jonathon Ramsey (Auto Blog) … Dodge, current U.S. poster child for the phrase “There’s no such thing as too much
(AutoBlog) Sheetz, a convenience store chain, has lowered the price of gas for the July 4 holiday weekend to $3.99 for
(Biofuels Central) In a landmark decision on 31 May, the EU agreed to end most Russian oil imports by the end
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The Michigan Senate Agriculture Committee on June 23 held a hearing to consider legislation that
by Andrew Haubner (CBS Sacramento) At certain gas stations across Sacramento, one can find gas prices above $6, but tucked away
by Tyne Morgan (AgWeb) … E85 is priced significantly less than other blends of fuel across the country, even $2 below
(WZZM 13) Only Flex Fuel vehicles can use E85 fuel, but it could save some significant dollars for those drivers
(Growth Energy) Growth Energy Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Chris Bliley testified before the California Air Resources Board (CARB) in response to
by Robert White (Renewable Fuels Association) … In case you’ve forgotten, refiners use the term “blend wall” to refer to what
by Ali Hoxie (Fox 17/WXYZ) The pain at the pump is continuing for drivers as gas prices climb and climb to
(NAFB News Service/Hoosier Ag Today) The biofuel industry says record gas prices are fueling huge interest in blending more and higher
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Straight ethanol isn’t sold at U.S. gas stations. But why not? A top proponent
(U.S. Grains Council) Delegations from Japan, South Korea, India and Indonesia traveled to the United States last week to take part
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) A report published by the USDA’s Office of Chief Economist in May assesses the future
(Environmental Protection Agency) On June 3, 2022, EPA finalized a package of actions setting biofuel volumes for the Renewable Fuel Standard
by Bob Kozak* (Advanced Biofuels USA) Sunday (May 30th) marked the last use of E85 by cars racing in the
(Renewable Fuels Association) Our country is experiencing record fuel prices, and everyone is looking for a break at the pump. Ethanol
by Marshall Pruett (Racer) Shell will replace Speedway as the official fuel supplier of the NTT IndyCar Series in 2023.
by Bob Kozak* (Atlantic Biomass/Advanced Biofuels USA) On Sunday (May 22nd), Scott Dixon was the last driver to make a
by John Blum (Marquette University) A new combustion system for engines allows heavy-duty farm equipment normally powered by diesel fuel
(Low Carbon Fuels Coalition) In California, the Single Biggest Driver of Fuel Costs is the Price of a Barrel of Oil;
(360 Fuel) The White House has unveiled a new strategy and investments as part of a long-term commitment to spur smart
(Nebraska Ethanol Board/Ethanol Producer Magazine) … Nebraska high school students took on the mission of educating their peers about reducing
(Farm Journal Ag/Web/Pro Farmer Editors) Biofuel and farm groups see E15 and other higher blends of corn ethanol into gasoline
by Marc J. Rauch (The Auto Channel) The April announcement by Joe Biden that E15 would be allowed to be sold
by Shivam Dwivedi (Krishi Jagran) CII (Confederation of Indian Industry) held a webinar titled “Ethanol Roadmap for 2025” on April 22,
by Matt Reese and Dusty Sonnenberg (Ohio’s Country Journal) … “In a life cycle analysis of ethanol and electric vehicles, you
by Parker Schulte (Brownfield Ag News/Managing for Profit) In this episode of Missouri Corn Talk Robert White with the Renewable
See how a 2002 Ford FOCUS was retrofitted to use CLEAN, GREEN 85% renewable ethanol fuel to get more performance
(Renewable Fuels Standard) To show the value of ethanol to drivers around the country, the Renewable Fuels Association has kicked off
by Meghan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In Belgium, consequent with the increased ambitions brought by the European Green Deal, and the objective to
BLEND ethanol at a high RATIO to gasoline for high octane, better performance and LOWER life-CYCLE GREEN HOUSE gas (GHG)
(Reuters) Sales of kits that let gasoline engines run on ethanol are surging in France, as drivers switch to using the
(Renewable Fuels Association) Sales of E85 flex fuel in California surged to a new record in 2021, jumping 55 percent over
by Marion Rae (Glouster Advocate) Australia’s petrol and diesel taxes are already amongst the lowest in the world, potentially throttling
by Lindsay Keiser (Detroit News) With prices at the pump almost $1 per gallon higher than they were around this time
(Energy.AgWired.com) In the wake of the successful flex-fuel Jeep Wrangler project in 2019, the Renewable Fuels Association is once again working with Hauk Designs on
(Fossil Free Racing) Fossil Free Racing, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, was founded to become the testbed for an alternative racing fuel
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) Pearson Fuels this week opened its 250th retail E85 flex fuel station in California. Greg Jones, Director of
(Renewable Fuels Association) In the wake of a successful flex-fuel Jeep Wrangler project, the Renewable Fuels Association is once again working with Hauk
by Tom Bryan (Ethanol Producer Magazine) … I (Geoff Cooper, Renewable Fuels Association CEO and President) also think the industry
by Sybille de La Hamaide (Reuters) Consumption of high-ethanol E85 rose 33% in France in 2021 and is expected to continue
by Chuck Abbott (Successful Farming) With automakers shifting toward the production of electric cars and trucks, the ethanol industry said on
by Kellan Heavican (Brownfield Ag News) The world’s largest biofuel producer wants to make 15-percent blended ethanol fuel the national standard
by Lewin Day (The Drive) If you’ve been hanging around the car scene in the last couple decades, you’d have heard
(Renewable Fuels Association) Environmentally conscious and budget-savvy consumers who are in the market for a new car, SUV, or pickup will
by Neil Briscoe (Irish Times) “Electrification of cars is important in reducing emissions but it cannot do it all” —
by Robert White (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) … What is clear, however, is that true energy security and resilience lies
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Minnesota Department of Agriculture Commissioner, Thom Peterson, visited the Granite Falls Energy plant on Nov 22 to gain
by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer) Count John Deere among the companies investing in a startup company developing a heavy-duty truck
(Better Fuel Initiative) Have you seen one of our new videos on social media lately? Welcome if that’s what brought you
by Andy Jensen (Advanced Auto Parts) … E85 is widely available, an affordable alternative for many popular vehicles. Here’s why
(Office of Congressman Randy Feenstra (R-IA-04)) “These proposals aim to help consumers and taxpayers save money while also bolstering demand
by Sybille de La Hamaide (Reuters) Ethanol sales will hit record highs in France this year and next, supported by strong
(Renewable Fuels Association) In response to media reports that the White House has been meeting with oil industry officials to
by Thomas Bywater (New Zealand Herald) … Called E85, the fuel is a potent cocktail of distilled bioethanol from waste wine
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.com) October has been Breast Cancer Awareness Month for over 35 years and this is the fourth year
by Robert White (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Significantly increasing the use of low-carbon renewable fuels like ethanol follows along different
(SSC North America) SSC Enhances Sustainability, Flexibility, Accessibility — SSC North America expands flexible-fuel capabilities of its powertrain assembly to meet
by Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) The key to cleaner and more affordable energy for American consumers lies
by Anna Sophia Roberts (Environmental and Energy Study Institute) As the United States aims to achieve net zero by 2050, decarbonizing the highest emitting
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The Iowa Renewable Fuels Association on Aug. 27 issued open letters to Sens. Bernie Sanders,
The State should consider requiring that beginning as early as model year 2024, any internal combustion engine light-duty vehicle (i.e.,
(American Coalition for Ethanol) With the push to net-zero vehicles over the next 10 to 30 years, and with “net
(Bio Market Insights) A team of researchers from Northwestern University, Illinois have developed a novel means of decarbonising the shipping
(American Coalition for Ethanol) The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) today called on U.S. President Joe Biden to set the maximum
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) President Biden on Aug. 5 signed an executive order that sets a target to
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. EPA on Aug. 5 released a proposed rule to set light-duty vehicle greenhouse
by Helena Tavares Kennedy (Biofuels Digest) Bentley’s Continental GT3 Pikes Peak racecar proved to be fastest racecar running on renewable fuel
by Mike Stoll (Austin Daily Herald) … During the tour, Klobuchar (Senatory Amy Klobuchar D-MN) learned of the Institute’s research into
(Renewable Fuels Association) Review points to fewer toxic chemicals in ethanol-blended gasoline emissions — A newly published review of top scientific literature
by Matthew Choi (Politico’s Morning Energy) Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D) will unveil a package of bills today with two of
by Rachel Cormack (Robb Report) … In an effort to create carbon-neutral cars, the mad scientists at the boutique Swedish marque
by Grace McDonald (Kearney Hub) To highlight the importance of renewable fuels, Cooperative Producers Inc. Premier Stop in Kearney hit
(Renewable Fuels Association) A new Renewable Fuels Association white paper looks at how, for the past decade, ethanol has been the go-to fuel
by Mark Kane (Inside EVs) The first generation Chevrolet Volt engine runs on gasoline, but as it turns out it can
(Royal Farms/Globe Newswire) This Earth Day Royal Farms and Protec Fuel Management, LLC (Protec) celebrate their past year’s achievement of displacing
by Joanne Ivancic* (Advanced Biofuels USA) With so many options showing up at some gas stations, what should I choose? E85
(RFD TV) The Biden administration is pushing for electric over ethanol-powered vehicles, but both face several challenges. Some of those
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association on Wednesday asked newly confirmed EPA Administrator Michael Regan to “stay the course” on
by Cassie Mullen (Renewable Fuels Association) … ”Our main concern is the policymakers’ stance on electrification and putting all their eggs
(American Lung Association) The American Lung Association’s short video explains ethanol blend and biodiesel options available at US retail gas
by Dan Sanders (Colorado Politics) Our state published the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Reduction Roadmap on Jan. 14. The Colorado Energy Office
(Clariant) This agreement marks the second license deal for Clariant’s sunliquid® technology in China and its fifth signed license deal
RFA Endorses Stronger LCFS, Complementary Actions in California
(Renewable Fuels Association) In comments submitted today (December 20, 2022) to the California Air Resources Board, the Renewable Fuels Association stressed its ongoing support for the state’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard and