Industry / Brazil

MAN's Biodiesel Launch Is Highly Strategic And Well Timed

June 2010 | Company News Alert

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In a move which could help solidify its lead in Latin America's biggest truck market, MAN has unveiled trucks in Brazil capable of running on 100% biodiesel (B100) fuel.

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