According to AGQM, several commercial vehicles are approved for high biodiesel blends

An updated approval list released by Association Quality Management Biodiesel, in partnership with the European Biodiesel Board and the European Waste-based & Advanced Biofuels Association, shows that a significant number of trucks, buses, tractors, and construction vehicles are already compatible with higher biodiesel blends.

The revised list compiles data from 20 vehicle and engine manufacturers, identifying commercial vehicles and engines that can operate on blends such as B20, B30, and even pure biodiesel (B100) without requiring modifications. This information is publicly accessible via AGQM’s website.

According to Katharina Friedrich, AGQM’s B100 commercial vehicle standard ensures that pure biodiesel can be used seamlessly in modern engines and their exhaust aftertreatment systems. She added that operators can confidently use fuels ranging from B20 to B100 without performance concerns.

Why higher biodiesel blends are important

Europe currently has around six million trucks on the road, with over 95% powered by diesel engines, consuming roughly 100 billion litres of fuel each year. Given their long service life of 15–20 years, diesel-powered vehicles will continue to dominate the fleet for the foreseeable future, even as alternative technologies emerge.

At present, biodiesel makes up only about 7% of fuel blends at public stations under the standard B7 grade. However, increasing the use of blends like B10, B20, B30, and B100 could lead to much greater emissions reductions. In fact, biodiesel can cut greenhouse gas emissions by an average of 86% compared to conventional diesel, according to a 2024 study by Federal Office for Agriculture and Food.

Angel Alvarez Alberdi noted that the updated approval list is a key step toward unlocking the full potential of higher biodiesel blends. He emphasized that fuels ranging from B20 to B100 could significantly lower emissions across sectors like transport, construction, and agriculture, which still rely heavily on diesel-powered heavy-duty vehicles.

Similarly, Xavier Noyon highlighted the importance for FAME producers of having clear visibility on vehicle compatibility. He added that the list should reassure operators about the widespread availability of engines already capable of running on blends of B10 and higher without any need for adaptation.

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