Alternative fuels
Alternative fuels from renewable resources (2nd generation bio-diesel) offer the potential to reduce both well-to-wheel CO2 emissions and the dependence on crude oil reserves.
Our Approach
MAHLE Powertrain's approach is based on detailed experience in the development considerations, which are necessary to account for changes in performance, durability, fuel economy and emissions as well as durability of diesel engines running with Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME, aka 1st generation bio-diesel). By optimising the entire engine and aftertreatment system to run on bio-diesel, MAHLE Powertrain's approach allows to offset some of the inherent drawbacks of running lower calorific value graded fuel with benefits in the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
Our Tools, Facilities and Services
- Special component performance and durability test rigs
- Engine and vehicle test facilities fully certified for alternative diesel fuels
- Full suite of analysis tools
- MAHLE Flexible ECU
Customer Benefits
- Independent and flexible development in cooperation with any fuel supplier or engine manufacturer
- In-house engine and vehicle test facilities for highest consistency and quality data
- Quality work, creative ideas and support exceeding customer expectations
- A full range of engine design, development and calibration as well as vehicle build and test services are available on-site
- Unique combination of engineering services with engine component expertise (development and production)
Project Examples
- Engine development for bio-fuel compatibility
- Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration calibration to run on bio-diesel
