Video: Eco-Friendly “SynFuel� Vehicle

New methods for mass and alternative transportation were showcased during the C40 Large Cities Climate Summit being held in New York City from May 14 – 17. One new method on display was the joint product of Audi and Shell Oil Company, the Audi A8 4.2 liter automobile. The car runs on Shell’s Gas-to-Liquid (GTL) “SynFuel", a fuel designed to reduce carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxide emissions. Shell officials say the GTL Fuel used in the vehicle is compatible with existing diesel engines and can be used either as a pure product or as a blend. The clear fuel is also more cost-effective than other alternative gases, according to a study by the California Energy Commission.