China should make regulations for development of methanol vehicles

Shanghai (Gasgoo)- He Guangyuan, former minister of Ministry of Machinery and Electronics Industry, attended Geely’s assessment meeting about the methanol engine and said that the industry has made breakthroughs in methanol vehicle technology, but the next step matters.

The former minister, who has paid great attention to methanol vehicle technologies, pointed out that after five years’ pilot work, the methanol technology has been examined by the market. He praised Geely’s efforts in this segment, which he thought would lay solid foundation for the promotion of methanol vehicles.

According to He, the industry has made great progress in such problems as cool starting and the reliability in methanol supply system. Thus, the government and relevant departments should formulate policies to promote the popularity of methanol vehicles.

Besides, in the pilot work of methanol technology, He emphasized repeatedly that the country should take methanol as strategic alternative source and draw up development planning for methanol fuel and methanol fuel powered vehicles. Specific policies, regulations and regulatory approval procedures are essential for the promotion.