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BMW is taking another step towards sustainable driving by filling its new diesel models with hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO 100) starting January 2025. This cleaner fuel, sourced from Finnish company Neste, will be used across BMW’s Munich, Dingolfing, Regensburg, and Leipzig production plants. With up to 90% fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional diesel, HVO 100 reflects BMW’s push for practical and eco-friendly solutions to reduce carbon footprints.
The vegetable-based HVO 100 is produced from waste materials like used cooking oil and other renewable sources. Besides being environmentally friendlier, it also offers better performance in colder conditions compared to regular diesel. While BMW vehicles leaving the factory currently receive limited fuel, this change marks a deliberate shift toward greener production processes.
BMW’s commitment doesn’t stop there. The automaker has been testing HVO 100 in logistics trucks since March 2023, showcasing its viability for large-scale operations. Additionally, the company has joined the eFuel Alliance, a collective of over 170 global brands—including Bosch, Mazda, and Siemens—focused on promoting renewable fuels like eFuels.
Oliver Zipse, BMW’s chairman, highlights the importance of this initiative for Europe’s vehicle fleet. With over 250 million existing cars on the road, improving the regenerative share of fuel could significantly cut CO2 emissions. BMW’s adoption of HVO 100 underscores its belief that multiple technologies are needed to drive the automotive industry toward a cleaner future.
