"Distilling the most current and complete information available, this book takes readers step by step from the initial desire to break free of petroleum to filling the tank with low-cost fuel. Purcella counters common myths about biodiesel with facts from university studies and his own extensive experience. He details the superiority of biodiesel over petroleum, explains in simple terms the procedures and the equipment needed to make biodiesel at home, and includes pitfalls to avoid as well as personal tips and tricks. 176 pp. December."