Diesel emissions aren't the problem they used to be and diesel powered cars are already offered all over the world so why can't we get a Toyota or a Chevy with a`diesel motor here? I'd buy one but I can't afford a Mercedes!
2007-03-24 13:59:30 · 5 answers · asked by billshoff 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
Fasten your seat belt :) You're going for a ride :)
The EPA announced sweeping new emissions standards for diesels, as well as new fuel formulations, starting January 1, 2007. You may recall seeing stickers on diesel fuel pumps, something to that effect.
This is huge. It's as big as the changeover to unleaded gasoline.
I think the industry has been "holding its breath" waiting for this. Finally, now that the standards are in plce, the floodgates have opened! The industry is aggressively developing new, higher performance diesel engine technology that solve the noise, smoke and performance issues.
There are virtually no 2007 models. But you're going to see a lot of "early 2008" models, as the automakers race to market. Many will be from makes who have not recently offered a diesel in the U.S. market.
It's gonna be COOL :)
And yes, they will all be biodiesel-friendly. It's practically a requirement to work with the new fuels. Sulfur is outlawed, and the fuel must contain a lubricant that works as well. Biodiesel has much better lubricity than diesel fuel, and even at 5% ratio has proven an effective replacement for sulfur in Europe. The automakers have also agreed to a quality standard for B20 to which they will test and certify cars. I believe people will continue to use B100 with no trouble, and you may even see some SVO conversions.
2007-03-24 14:02:00 · answer #1 · answered by Wolf Harper 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Diesel motors are no longer hard to start, are often very quiet and run forever. there are countless trucks out today with 200,000 to 400,000 miles on them and are still going strong, As for the question to start with diesel motors cost alot more. on a new truck a diesel motor is around a 5 or 6,000 dollar option. If you must have a diesel try a VW i believe the Jetta has an diesel optional engine.
2007-03-24 21:18:34 · answer #2 · answered by croquetgod77 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When diesel cars were first introduced in the 70s, they were noisy and slow - and they smelled bad, since American oil companies weren't required ro make low-sulphur diesel fuel (this legislation has finally been passed - have you noticed how many VW, Audi and Mercedes diesels are suddenly on the road these days?) They were very unpopular in the 70s, and didn't sell well.
These days, they are quiet, smooth, efficient and pretty quick - but Americans still equate diesel cars with old and noisy. Still, the way gas prices are climbing, I think we'll see more real soon.
2007-03-24 21:10:01 · answer #3 · answered by Me 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Back in the 70's and early 80's diesels were introduced in Oldsmobiles, Volkswagons, and many other vehicles due to the gasoline rationing. They did not sell well and were never popular! Today, they do sell well in the pick up trucks but I don't think people will ever be too keen on a diesel in a luxury car! The reason being, NOISE!
2007-03-24 21:04:43 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
They are kinda unreliable, not fast, can't accelerate too quick, Low RPM, vibrations, noise, smoke and most importantly, they are very hard to start in cold cold weather. ;)
2007-03-24 21:12:08 · answer #5 · answered by Kristian55 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋