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| Find out what folks from the 2006 Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville
have to say about biodiesel |
“I use biodiesel as often as I can. It has increased mileage, power and is very economical and better for the environment.”
Greg Wonden -- Iowa |
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“I like biodiesel because I can tell that my truck runs smoother and stronger. Fuel economy is better with biodiesel.”
Wayne Weaver --
Ohio
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“I noticed decreased smoke on acceleration and the power output is the same or better than with regular diesel.”
Joe Henry --
Pennsylvania
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“We use biodiesel whenever it is available. We are very happy with the product!”
Randy Ullsey --
Indiana
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“We have only been able to find biodiesel a couple of times for our ’99 Volvo truck. Our truck is running almost 1,000,000 miles on this engine, so we are trying to use fuels that help our engine run clean, like biodiesel.”
Lorene K. Galloway --
California
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“Biodiesel is a good thing to help the US farmers and use less OPEC oil.”
Thomas M. Sherbine Jr. --
New York
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“I have enjoyed biodiesel especially the smell, much better than dirty diesel. I personally like the higher blends and can even hear a difference, quieter running.”
J. Randolph Lewis --
Florida
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“I use biodiesel whenever I can find it.”
Brian E. Wikstrom --
Illinois
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“It’s about time this took off. I’ve been preaching biodiesel for 20 years. Now, all of my friends know I was right.”
Chris Marsh --
Michigan
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“Biodiesel is not only good for the environment, but with the advent of lower sulfur diesel, we have to replace the lubricity lost and biodiesel is the perfect fit.”
Michael Frybarger --
Maryland
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“Biodiesel ran great in my diesel car and we don’t import biodiesel.”
Stu Hoebel --
Colorado
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“I’m using a 2% blend of biodiesel and so far things are working great. Biodiesel helps stop air pollution and increases lubrication.”Quentin Quandah --
Minnesota
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| Find out what Minnesota truck drivers are saying about biodiesel |
"Biodiesel costs less, reduces emissions, and has caused us to extend our life expectancy for large snow plows."
--Steven Lawrence, Fleet Administrator, City of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota |
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"Eureka Recycling supports biodiesel because it is made from a renewable resource and it’s healthier for our employees who drive trucks and the residents of communities that we serve."
--Alex Danovitch, Saint Paul, Minnesota |
"I use biodiesel because I believe it is a high quality product that is good for the environment and benefits agriculture in rural Minnesota."
--Paul Torkelson, St. James, Minnesota |
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I use biodiesel because "it is the best possible option for me for a few reasons:
1. Biodiesel lessens the use of foreign sources of oil
2. Biodiesel benefits the people of our region by creating jobs and spurning economic growth.
3. Biodiesel provides better lubricity.
4. Biodiesel reduces pollution.
5. Biodiesel is renewable.
6. Biodiesel investment creates a hedge against rising energy costs."
--Creighton Horihan, Lanesboro, Minnesota
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I use biodiesel because of "the cleaner emissions and I'm tired of watching fuel prices go up on something that happens halfway around the world."
--Steve Foldoe, Mentor, Minnesota |
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| Testimonials from 2005
GATS, Dallas, TX |
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Danny Ross
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think biodiesel is wonderful. My engine runs quieter, with increased
fuel mileage. I wish they would make it more available nationwide.” |
Mark and Cindy
Cruickshank
“We used biodiesel for the first time
in our one ton Ford pickup on our way to GATS. What a difference
in fuel mileage, 5 miles per gallon more and the engine runs very
quiet and smooth. Now, we will start using it in our Freightliner.” |
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David Fogleson
“I
love using the biodiesel. I get better horsepower, power and mileage.” |
Ken Hansen
“With
biodiesel, my truck gets more horsepower, more economy, and idles
smoother.” |
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Earl Marsh
“I
like biodiesel because it’s better for the environment
and the truck runs better.” |
Tom Abbott
“It
gives me better fuel mileage, makes my truck run better, and cleans
it out. I run my Kenworth on B20 and my GMC Sierra on B100.” |
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Larry and Rita
Dawson
“Biodiesel is cleaner burning and it’s
good for the farmer. We will be less dependent on foreign fuel.
We use it in our pickup, farm tractor and our International big
truck whenever we can get it.” |
Greg Barth
“I use biodiesel from Carl’s Corner in my ’99
Mack. I get more MPG, better power and less exhaust smoke. I would
like to see a higher blend, up to 50/50. Thanks to Willie Nelson
and American farmers.” |
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Testimonials from Carl's Corner Truck Stop in Carl's Corner,
Texas. |
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"I drive a 1999 Mack CH613 with an E7 355HP Mack engine.
Using the Biodiesel from Carl's Corner TX, my fuel mileage has increased,
the
truck does not smoke as much, a smother idle, and a noticeable increase
in
power."
-Greg Barth |
“It’s my 5th time back. I make sure I’m
almost empty when I roll up in here.”
-Edward Langley |
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Biodiesel provides “more power and better fuel
mileage.”
-Jo Brewer Werner
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“Biodiesel –
Smells better,
Runs better,
IS better”
-R Brooks
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“I really appreciate what you’re working
on here – I’m a farmer and a trucker – anything
we can do to help the farmer and cut our dependence on foreign oil,
I am for.”
-Rodney Schnabuite |
“Just filled up for the second time with biodiesel.
My truck runs great on it. More power, less smoke, and improved mileage.
I’ll be back again and again.”
-Dave Seydel |
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“Though this is my first time I have fueled with
biodiesel…I do leave here with the satisfaction that at least
20% of what went in my tanks is from the Good Ole US of A.”
-Tim Guillaume,
“Gettlewagon” |
“I really love the biodiesel. My fuel mileage
really improved. Engine sounds a lot better also…Thanks for
helping out the common working people of this great country.”
-Virgil Barnes |
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