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Metallica's European tour features Iveco's renewable-energy trucks run on renewable natural gas and hydrogenated vegetable oil.
Metallica’s European tour is making waves not just for their music but for their green logistics. Partnering with European truck maker Iveco, Metallica is using sustainable fuels like natural gas and hydrogenated vegetable oil to power their journey. Here are the key details:
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Iveco's CEO, Gerrit Marx, noted the importance of this initiative: “Renewable natural gas and hydrogenated vegetable oil are more available and ready than batteries and hydrogen.”
By integrating renewable energy into their operations, Metallica is setting a new standard for eco-friendly tours.
Sources: The Wall Street Journal
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