Some auto industry analysts believe diesel vehicles will become more popular than hybrids in the next decade—but high diesel fuel prices could radically change those forecasts. This week, the average price of a gallon of ultra-low sulfur diesel is a dizzying $4.50 a gallon, compared with gasoline at $3.84.
Despite the fact that diesel vehicles achieve better fuel economy than conventional cars, and are roughly equal to hybrids in efficiency, the premium for the fuel—currently 66 cents a gallon— could dissuade new car buyers from adopting diesels.
Despite the fact that diesel vehicles achieve better fuel economy than conventional cars, and are roughly equal to hybrids in efficiency, the premium for the fuel—currently 66 cents a gallon— could dissuade new car buyers from adopting diesels.
