Volkswagen converts to B5 biodiesel for 2009 Jetta TDI Cup season

In Virginia, Volkswagen of America announced it will convert its race cars, transport vehicles and generators to B5 biodiesel for the 2009 Jetta TDI Cup season. Texas-based Hyperfuels will supply SynDiesel B5 biodiesel to the Cup teams.

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