9/27/12

diverse collection of cars, ranging from the BMW X5 to the Volkswagen Phaeton's owned by Pope Benedict




In addition to lecturing about religion, Pope Benedict XVI also very concerned about the environment. It is even practiced directly in the action.

In 2008, photovoltaic cells or what we know as solar panels installed on the roof of the Vatican auditorium. In 2009, the solar-powered refrigeration units mounted on Vatican cafeteria.

He even sparked a brilliant idea about the car driven Papal solar. Hence, in a short time, he was dubbed the 'Green Pope', the leader of the people who are very concerned with the conservation of nature and environment.


LEADER of Catholic, Pope Benedict has a very diverse collection of cars, ranging from the BMW X5 to the Volkswagen Phaeton, but the last vehicles towards more environmentally friendly.

The most recent time, powered by the leadership of Carlos Ghosn Renault Kangoo ZE be tailor-made as a body of French companies, Gruau. This vehicle carries the Papal white with graphics, special doors, folding electric footing and a retractable roof. There are the interiors that have been worked over with four individual seats.

Propulsion vehicles, sourced from lithium-ion batteries to supply power to an electric motor-powered 60 hp that can make the car whale ventured as far as 170 miles on a single battery charge.