2011 Duramax 6.6 liter turbo diesel with B20 bio fuel capability will now be available in the GM line up

General Motors has announced at the national Bio diesel conference that their new edition diesel truck will feature B20 biodiesel capability. The B20 fuel offers a combination of 20 % bio diesel and 80% conventional diesel. This combination helps in lowering carbon dioxide emissions and reduces the dependence on petroleum. General Motors has revised their 6.6 liter turbo diesel engine to feature B20 capability. This new engine will also be designed to meet the new emission standards laid down by the government. The new Duramax will power the updated GMC Sierra heavy duty pick ups, 2011 Chevy Silverado, Chevrolet express and GMC Savana full size vans. GM has plans to unveil the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado heavy duty truck at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show that will be held on Feb 10. B20 capability in heavy duty trucks will maximize fuel efficiency  [...]