The county fleet chose B-20 biodiesel to replace ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) for biodiesel’s improved lubricity and environmental benefits. The switch was ‘simple’ with no vehicle modifications required.
Read More →In the State of Oklahoma, the Committee of Alternative Fuel Technician Examiners certifies technicians to repair alt-fuel vehicles powered by natural gas, propane, electricity, and ethanol.
Read More →Greater fuel economy, reduced emissions, and fueling convenience prompted the Houston Airport System to convert its alt-fuel fleet from natural gas to hybrid vehicles.
Read More →The fleet manager’s challenge is to provide compelling justification for replacement-unit funding. Refurbishing can be costly, while purchasing cooperatives can alleviate the time-consuming process of purchasing.
Read More →Cleaner fuels and engines in 2007 will move U.S. fleets toward better air and fuel efficiency. But what about older vehicles? Here are some things fleets can do with older vehicles to improve air quality.
Read More →Replacement tires are a fleet’s third-largest operating expense. And this expense is growing.
Read More →The air in tires is 78-percent nitrogen. There appear to be many advantages to filling tires with 99-percent pure nitrogen. Equipment is available for centrally managed fleets to do the job.
Read More →Florida county fleet uses GPS tracking to reduce idling and fuel costs, saving taxpayers money.
Read More →Buying vehicles based on lowest initial cost alone can be a breach of public trust. Bid specifications and awards should be based on lifecycle cost to obtain the best deal.
Read More →New 2005 EPACT legislation aims to reduce petroleum use and vehicle emissions, offering tax credits to fleets that adopt alternative-fuel vehicles. Learn how the new legislation will affect your fleet.
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