A Cleaner, Greener and More Powerful 9-5
In the quest to find a greener and cleaner source of energy to power the future's automobiles, many of the world's manufacturers
Saab will be offering the option of a 'flex-fuel' 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four motor for its 9-5 FFV luxury car in European markets. (Photo: General Motors of Canada) |
For 2005, Saab will be offering the option of a 'flex-fuel' 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four motor for its 9-5 FFV (flexible fuel vehicle) luxury car in European markets. Vehicles that bear the FFV badge can run on either premium unleaded gasoline, ethanol (E85) fuel, or any percentage blend of the
Vehicles that bear the FFV badge can run on either premium unleaded gasoline, ethanol (E85) fuel, or any percentage blend of the two stored in a single fuel tank. (Photo: General Motors of Canada) |
Ethanol is a truly unique fuel for its impacts on the environmental, engine performance and personal finances. Of the commonly available fuels, including gasoline, diesel and natural gas, it is the only one eligible for tax rebates. Why? It qualifies as a renewable resource. Like the alcohol that's found in alcoholic beverages, ethanol is commercially produced from grain crops.