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Washington, DC (February 3, 2009) – Consumers that invested in new clean diesel technology last year are now realizing significant federal tax benefits from their diesel purchase decision. According to the Internal Revenue Service, the new generation of clean diesel cars are eligible for federal tax credits ranging from $900 to $1800. The five clean diesel cars (see chart) join seven 2009 hybrid models as eligible for the Alternative Motor Vehicle tax credit.

Source:Tax Time and New Diesel Car Owners Taking Credit

The Diesel Technology Forum congratulates Volkswagen, as the 2009 Jetta TDI was named “2009 Green Car Award” by Green Car Journaltoday at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

Source:Clean Diesel-Powered Volkswagen 2009 Jetta TDI Named "Green Car of the Year"

Source:President Obama Takes First GHG Actions

Source:New Clean Diesels Nominated for 2009 Car and Truck of the Year

Diesel Technology Forum Highlights Advances in Curbing Pollution

Source:Diesel Technology Forum Comments on Proposed Truck Fleet Retrofit Rule

EDITOR’S NOTE: During the Los Angeles Auto Show, experts with the Diesel Technology Forum are available for
in-person and phone interviews and can discuss:
How diesel compares to gasoline and alternative energy sources; what has led to an increase in consumer vehicles that are diesel-powered; technological advances in clean diesel.

Source:Clean Diesel Technology Revs-Up

The Diesel Technology Forum issued the following statement today on the occasion of the publication of recently approved national biodiesel blend standards by the American Society for Testing and Materials:

Source:Diesel Technology Forum Applauds New Biodiesel Standards

The Congress and President-elect Obama are now looking for a way forward through a sea of challenges.

Source:Economics, Efficiency, Readiness, will Propel Diesel Power into Key Role Helping Tackle Unprecedented National Challenges

Source:Diesel Power Helps to Protect Public Health and Safety – Hurricane Gustav

Source:Meet Clean Diesel