Natural gas

Stuttgart -- Mar 14, 2008 -- Stuttgart – After three successful years, Mercedes-Benz has overhauled the design and engineering of the B-Class. The facelift programme focused on environmental compatibility, economic efficiency and comfort, with further advances being made in each of these areas.

Thanks to a series of detailed improvements, the four-cylinder engines now burn up to seven percent less fuel than previously, and distinguish themselves with remarkably low exhaust emissions that undercut the current EU limits by as much as 90 percent.

2009 Mercedes-Benz B170 NGT BlueEFFICIENCY

Honda claims four of 12 spots on 2008 list

02/20/2008, TORRANCE, Calif. - Recognizing Honda's application of fuel efficient and alternative fuel technologies, four Honda vehicles earned recognition from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) as the "greenest vehicles of 2008" with the 2008 Honda Civic GX natural gas car taking the title of the greenest vehicle for the fifth consecutive year, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today.

2008 Honda Civic GX Sedan

Natural Gas-Powered 2008 Honda Civic GX Delivers Attractive Alternative Energy Transportation Solution Now

Refill with "Phill" at home, potentially qualify for tax credits, reduce fuel costs; perks include single-occupant HOV lane access and free parking in some cities

Torrance, Calif. - Based on the technologically-advanced Honda Civic Sedan, the Honda Civic GX runs on ultra-clean, domestically-available natural gas and produces near zero emissions.

2008 Honda Civic GX Sedan

The most powerful natural-gas -driven saloon ever

With CO2 emissions reduced by more than 20 percent and a more than 50 percent reduction in operating costs, the Mercedes-Benz E 200 NGT has been available since the spring of 2004. As well as making it one of the most cost-effective models in the Mercedes range, the 120-kW/163-hp four cylinder engine under the bonnet of the bi fuel E 200 NGT also makes it the most powerful natural-gas-driven saloon currently in production.

2008 Mercedes-Benz E 200 NGT

Natural-gas-powered vehicles are a key element of DaimlerChrysler's overall concept for reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, and for safeguarding a sustainable form of mobility.