Auto Alliance, RFA underscore cooperative commitment to new technologies

(October 4, 2011) Washington – Today, the CEO of the Auto Alliance, Mitch Bainwol, joined Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Bob Dinneen to address the annual meeting of the RFA held in Washington, DC.  In remarks, both leaders reaffirmed their industries’ commitment to developing and implementing renewable fuel technologies to reduce America’s dependence on foreign oil.  Additionally, they highlighted areas in which both industries can work together. Bainwol and Dinneen released the following statement: “Both the automotive and ethanol industries are defined by their constant innovation and evolution.  We firmly believe that America can secure its energy future and create jobs by investing in new vehicle and fuel technologies that harness the innovative power of American workers to redefine how we power our cars.  Despite current differences over how to best increase the amount of ethanol included in America’s fuel supply, automotive and ethanol interests all agree that renewable fuels are a path down which America must head.  “The automotive and ethanol industries have had a productive and cordial relationship for many years and we fully expect this relationship to remain strong.  Issues like higher level ethanol blends levels and vehicle emissions regulations will require the continued cooperation of both industries if this nation is to successfully address its energy, economic and environmental challenges."