BRIEFING: Biofuels: A quick-fix or a long-term alternative for the automotive industry?

In this month’s briefing we investigate Biofuels, what they are, and what their role in the future is. We briefly look at the current contention within the food industry regarding ‘food versus fuel’, before moving on to discuss the drivers behind the surging interest in biofuel production, and the arguments for and against their development. Finally we highlight some of the recent investment, research and development activity from leading players in the global automotive market.