BMW, Toyota Real-World Testing Renewable GasolineEuropa Press News - Getty ImagesOn Wednesday, a group comprised of Toyota, BMW, Repsol, and Bosch announced the launch of a new pilot program in Spain aimed at highlighting how existing vehicles can operate in the real world utilizing exclusively renewable fuel. The pilot program, which is slated to last for six months, will specifically target the collection of tangible data showing that these types of fuel can play a major role in the future decarbonization of Europe's mobility sector.The initiative itself, which was launched in early July, will center around a fleet of 20 Toyota and BMW vehicles. These machines are not significantly modified from their standard production counterparts, and are slated to only use existing renewable fuel infrastructure for the test. Repsol brings its expertise there, as the brand is the only one in Spain to offer 100 percent renewable gasoline at its pumps by way of the Nexa 95 blend.The fuel itself is made from RED-compliant feedstocks, such as used cooking oil and tallow, which result in greenhouse gas reductions compared to more traditional fossil fuels. This blend, the study's partners say, is compatible with the fuel systems in vehicles on the road already. Bosch's slick digital fuel tracking system will be used to support the experiment by certifying the results of the renewable fuel.SOPA Images - Getty Images"Technology openness is a key pillar of the BMW Group strategy – at the same time our goal is always to have more environmentally friendly and efficient vehicles on the road," said Stefan Heller, head of development of the VEEF program for BMW. "Our BMW and Mini vehicles as a part of this future oriented pilot, will help to gain valuable data helping us to offer our global customer the best and most efficient powertrain also in the future."AdvertisementAdvertisementWhile we will have to wait for the specific results of the study, the idea is one that enthusiasts can surely get behind. Europe is largely still embracing a less-oil-dependent future when it comes to automobiles, and strict emissions regulations in many parts of the globe continue to push the limits of what automakers can do without the addition of electrification. If we want to continue to see gas-powered sports cars from the likes of Porsche, BMW, Ferrari, and Lamborghini, to name just a few, studies like this one from Repsol could be a game-changing development. That's especially true if the fuel works in vehicles without a need to significantly retrofit the powertrain.Would you be willing to try a renewable fuel in your favorite car? Let us know down below.You Might Also LikeIf You Can Only Own One Car, Make It One of TheseThese Are the Most Popular Cars by State