Not exactly the most eco-friendly organization, but it’s trying to be much greener. F1 are targeting at the end of the decade and was in the past few years. F1 leaders are moving towards using only sustainable fuels in F1 cars . However, racing cars are only a small part of the puzzle. Holding two dozen prix giants around the world requires change auto, spare parts and other materials between the circuits, creating more carbon emissions.
However, the Mercedes-AMG F1 team has tested with a way to reduce freight emissions. It uses hydrogen treated vegetable oil (HVO 100) biofuel in 16 truck when it switched operations between Spa, Zandvoort and Monza for the final European third of the season. Since these circuits are relatively close together, Mercedes For example, there is no need to rely on air freight to transport cars and components. That gave the team a good chance to test the biofuel, with a total driving distance of about 1,400 kilometers (870 miles). However, the team noted that it needed to use diesel oil fuel for the last 20 kilometers (just over 12 miles) due to supply problems.
One analysis found that the use of the HVO 100 reduced freight emissions by 89%. Overall, Mercedes saved 44,091kg (97,204 pounds) of carbon dioxide emissions, compared to using the diesel engine alone for both journeys. It notes that HVO 100 is derived from vegetable oils, waste oils and fats and that it contains absolutely no fossil fuels. The fuel also produces less Nox and particulate emissions.
“Sustainability is at the heart of our operations. Mercedes F1 Team Principal Toto Wolff said: “The trial of the use of biofuels for road transport is another example of our commitment to embed sustainability in every decision and action we take. we made. we can make sustainable technology adoption possible as we are all in the race towards a sustainable tomorrow. “
Other biofuels are being tested for use in Formula 1. Teams started using E10 biofuel (containing 10% renewable ethanol) in F1 cars this season as part of the process. transition to a completely sustainable fuel. While there is a long way to go from using fully sustainable fuels, the adoption of E10 and HVO 100 are positive steps to take. sports car racing healthier for the environment.
