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BMW Quits Industry Group Over Refrigerant Testing
BMW AG has resigned from an automotive industry research program that is studying the safety of a controversial new air-conditioning refrigerant, Reuters reports.
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BMW AG has resigned from an automotive industry research program that is studying the safety of a controversial new air-conditioning refrigerant, Reuters reports.
Last year Daimler AG warned that the refrigerant, HFO-1234yf, can ignite in a crash and release highly toxic fumes.
But BMW tells the news service it is not convinced the study group's testing will reach a "definitive" conclusion. BMW plans to continue its internal research of the material.
Developers DuPont and Honeywell insist 1234yf has proven safe in three years of tests by SAE International and 18 independent laboratories.
The EU all but dictated that carmakers begin switching to the new refrigerant in January to reduce global warming. A working group of automakers was formed in November to study the issue.
Daimler quit the group last month. Volkswagen AG's Audi unit also resigned, according to Reuters. Daimler and Volkswagen have suspended their conversion from current refrigerant, R-134a, because of safety concerns.
The group's other members include Fiat-Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, PSA, Renault and Toyota.
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