Interesting...
http://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/a2 ... ne-engine/
How Mazda's Compression-Ignition Gas Engine Runs Like a Diesel Without Blowing Up
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How Mazda's Compression-Ignition Gas Engine Runs Like a Diesel Without Blowing Up
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“The Government of Spain will not applaud those who set the world on fire just because they show up with a bucket.” - Prime Minister of Spain, Pedro Sánchez
Re: How Mazda's Compression-Ignition Gas Engine Runs Like a Diesel Without Blowing Up
The whole problem with making a gas powered compression engine has been making the injectors work with no lubrication. In a diesel engine the fuel doubles as a lubricant for the injectors. You can put gas in a diesel engine but it wont last long as the injectors will wear out rapidly with out the lubrication from the fuel.
Re: How Mazda's Compression-Ignition Gas Engine Runs Like a Diesel Without Blowing Up
I remember reading about this in what seems like ages ago. I'm glad Mazda got it to work. The only issue I have is that I'll probably never buy a Mazda.