I used to go to the hydroplane races in Seattle when I lived there, and even back then I can remember thinking, “Wow, they use a lot of fuel”.

Motorsports all over the world consume a large quantity of high-octane fuel not only on race day, but all week long during practice and training too. How cool would it be if they began using alternative fuels, and showed that they can be just as competitive?

Well this Sunday, hydroplane racer Chip Hanauer will be doing just that, as he runs a boat on 80% coconut oil. it may not be “renewable” but it’s certainly a good alternative…
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