Tractors Fueled by Soy
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This summer, some of the massive power on display at National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA) events will be fueled by 100 percent biodiesel, also known as B100.
The use of biodiesel in lower concentrations has long been allowed by the NTPA. This season, after a successful trial last year, the NTPA will allow it in all diesel classes. The first Grand National event of the year begins Friday, May 31, in Hazel Green, Ala.
This authorization makes it official: After millions of ...
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