Quote by Daryl Hannah

Most people are really stunned to find out that the technology has been around for more than 100 years, and that the diesel engine was in fact invented to run on vegetable oil.

Most people are really stunned to find out that the technolo

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This quote highlights the surprising fact that many people are unaware of the long history of technology, particularly the diesel engine. The quote reveals that the diesel engine, commonly associated with fossil fuels, was originally designed to be powered by vegetable oil. By emphasizing this little-known information, the quote aims to challenge preconceptions and shed light on the original intentions behind the invention, potentially inspiring a shift in perspective towards cleaner and more sustainable alternatives.

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