North America: alternative fuels to diesel

Diesel consumption in the on-road sector in North America is primarily concentrated in the heavy-duty commercial segment. Within that segment, diesel use is most prevalent in the long-haul trucking sector, with short-haul trucking and buses also contributing some diesel demand. However, diesel penetration is very limited among passenger cars and light-commercial vehicles. This universe of vehicles, along with their particular ownership and usage patterns, has shaped the progress made in displacing diesel in the region to a degree.

Diesel substitution efforts in North America have been driven in large by promotion of biofuel use, via both federal and state-level policies. The Renewable Fuel Standard (RED) has led to subs