First Biodiesel Engine Powered SUV: 2005 Jeep Liberty
Each unit is fueled by 5% biodiesel, a renewable fuel that is produced from plants. Chrysler takes the first step in persuading the automobile industry to dispose of its bias towards diesel powered engines.
(I-Newswire) - As more and more people realize the enormous fuel consumption of SUVs, Jeep’s decision to release a diesel version of the Jeep Liberty is a sensible move. With the Jeep Liberty diesel engine providing a welcome option towards cheaper fuel, gas consumption will no longer be a heavy concern.
Furthermore, each new 2005 Jeep Liberty Common Rail Diesel ( CRD ) SUV will be fueled by 5% biodiesel, a renewable fuel that is produced from plants. Chrysler takes the first step in persuading the automobile industry to dispose of its bias towards diesel powered engines. Chrysler encourages other companies to develop their own researches to produce similar technologies geared towards safer, more environmental friendly automobiles utilizing renewable energy.
"This is an important first step in encouraging wider use of these clean, renewable, environmentally-friendly fuels in the United States,” said Dieter Zetsche, Chrysler Group President and CEO.
The biodiesel used for the 2005 Jeep Liberty is made from vegetable oil. Soy beans grown in Ohio are especially processed to extract the precious fuel.
The Jeep Liberty diesel is the first diesel-powered mid-size SUV to be offered in the United States. It is equipped with a 2.8-liter four-cylinder engine and an automatic transmission with a 4-wheel drive capability.
The Liberty efficiently utilizes the new CRD technology that greatly improves efficiency and reduces emissions by calibrating the amount and pressure of fuel injected into the engine’s combustion chambers. The Liberty CRD diesel will achieve 22 mpg city and 27 mpg highway, 30% less than the gasoline engine. Also, diesel engines produces 20% less greenhouse gas compared with gasoline engines.
Biodiesel fuel diminishes emissions of particulate matter like hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide. The biodiesel portion of the fuel is virtually carbon dioxide neutral which means the amount of carbon dioxide released when the fuel is burned is matched by the amount of carbon dioxide absorbed by soy plants during growth.
“With biodiesel, we can increase these benefits even further. And because biodiesel is made from renewable resources, we further reduce our dependence on petroleum for our transportation needs,” Zetsche said.
Biodiesel blends of up to 5% concentration ( B5 ) are available in public fueling stations at certain locations across the United States, particularly in areas with considerable soybean farming. Conventional diesel fuel is currently available in about one-third of all filling stations in the country. B5 fuels are already extensively used in Chrysler Group diesel engine vehicles in Europe where DaimlerChrysler has gained significant experience with the fuels. The company is working with the biodiesel industry, petroleum industry, government, and standard-setting organizations to establish standards for biodiesel.
For Jeep owners, the best quality Jeep aftermarket auto body parts are just a click away. Check out this site http://www.partstrain.com/ShopByVehicle/JEEP for the most complete Jeep aftermarket replacement car parts catalogue. Anything and everything you need or want, you will find at Parts Train. Parts Train is the ultimate one-stop car parts shop because not only will you find superior quality Jeep parts you will also be able to avail of great discounts! Don’t hesitate now, click on the link and shop at the best bargain car parts corner online!
If you have questions regarding information in this press release contact the company listed below. I-Newswire.com is a press release service and not the author of this press release. The information that is on or available through this site is for informational purposes only and speaks only as of the particular date or dates of that information. As some companies / PR Agencies submit their press releases once per week/month or quarter, make sure check the official company website for accurate release dates as our site displays the I-Newswire.com distribution date only. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of information on or available through this site, and we are not responsible for inaccuracies or omissions in that information or for actions taken in reliance on that information.
Immerse yourself in mystery and magic with two exciting new casual games from Focus Multimedia and Big Fish Games Studios, one of the world’s leading casual game developers. Hidden Expedition Titanic and Azada join Focus’ popular Revival range of super-budget price games and are available in a store near you.
Edraw Max enables students, teachers and business professionals to reliably create and publish kinds of diagrams to represent any ideas. With large pre-drawn libraries and more than 4600 vector symbols, drawing couldn't be easier!
New range of cards launched to make you the cover star.Hallmark Cards in partnership with OK Magazine has launched an exclusive and exciting new range of greeting cards that gives people the chance to give family and friends the A-List treatment.
Many people choose not to pursue an accident claim. The reasons range from knowing the insurance company will settle; to they don't want the legal hassles and expense.
Many individuals and businesses have always purchased their personal computers from a well-known provider to pre-conceived specifications. Increasingly...
The effectiveness of SEO and PPC Services are directly related to the quality and quantity of the performance data that they have to work with. If you are seeking assistance in achieving a higher ranking on search engine results, then we suggest you visit RankYourWebsites.com, specialist in this area. If you have found your attempts at optimization to prove fruitless, the representatives at RankYourWebsites.com will have a solution to increase your traffic.
http://www.vineyardsforsalein.com/ - online island vineyard for sale, vineyard for sale paso, texas vineyard for sale, washington vineyard for sale, tuscany vineyard for sale, vineyard for sale santa, vineyard for sale California
Mark Flanagan, Managing Director of Manchester health and safety, food safety and fire safety consultancy, Shieldyourself, discussed the Scores on the Doors scheme when he made a guest appearance on the BBC’s 5 Live Radio Show recently.
