Diesel represents a dilemma. It’s more economical than conventional petrol, but it’s dirty, and not so kind on the environment. Now Honda, which for so long has led the world in the production of environmentally friendly cars, reckons it’s found the answer.
The third largest Japanese car manufacturer said this morning that it has developed a new diesel drivetrain feature, boasting a unique method for making diesel cleaner. Apparently, the clean diesel engine, which is due to be rolled out in three years time, has a two-layer catalytic converter for turning nitrogen oxide into harmless nitrogen.
Honda chief executive, Takeo Fukui, said: “Just as we paved the way for cleaner gasoline engines, we will take the leadership in the progress of diesel engines.” Mr Fukui also said the company was considering licensing the technology to other car manufacturers.
Meanwhile, as Honda plans clean diesel, Nissan jumps onto the hybrid bandwagon. Up to now, Nissan has licensed the Toyota technology for hybrid cars, but has now developed its own system in house - ready for launch in 2010.
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