Flex-fuel cars

Brazil has been producing “flex” cars since the oil crisis of 1973.  Now almost all new cars are flex cars, meaning that they run on gas, alcohol (ethanol), or a blend.  The ethanol is made from sugar cane and burns cleanly.  It’s also cheaper than gas.  Though it’s not a perfect solution since sugar cane is grown on huge plantations, it is wonderful to see Brazil ahead of the game in this area.


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