Monthly Archives: October 2012

The Blog for AutoGas Fleets


There are currently over five million fleet vehicles in the United States with a bevy of resources aimed at fleet owners, operators, managers and everyone in between - consulting agencies, GPS technology and fuel management software providers, purchasing and leasing outsourcing companies, etc. However, there is a distinct lack of resources when it comes to the relationship between fleets and alternative fuels. With rising gasoline and diesel prices, more stringent emissions laws, and an overall global trend toward environmental sustainability, this relationship is becoming very real for our country's fleets. Many have already seen the potential alternative fuels can offer.

This blog is here to help.



Autogas on the move in October

This month has seen numerous events, including trade shows and expos, alternative fuel vehicle roadshows and demonstrations, press conferences and workshops, all celebrating clean transportation technology for our nation’s fleets. Last week in particular had an influx of activity because … Continue reading

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Alt fuel news roundup: 10/18/12

Lots of alt fuel and fleet industry news headlines to report this week, so let’s get right down to it: Today, hundreds of events promoting clean transportation are taking place across the nation in recognition of National Alternative Fuel Vehicle … Continue reading

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National Alternative Fuel Vehicle Day Odyssey celebrates clean transportation

This Thursday, October 18, is National Alternative Fuel Vehicle Day Odyssey (or Odyssey Day, for short). Launched by the National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium (NAFTC) at West Virginia University, it’s a nationally recognized day when Clean Cities Coalitions and NAFTC … Continue reading

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Alt fuel news roundup: 10/11/12

Now that October is in full swing, we hope you’re enjoying the more temperate fall weather (or beautiful fall foliage, depending on where you are!), not to mention that Pumpkin Spice Latte we keep hearing so much about. Let’s take … Continue reading

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Running on propane autogas to save paratransit fleet $35k annually

Community Counseling Services is a comprehensive community mental health center in Mississippi that transports hundreds of patients across seven counties each week. The fleet recently switched 17 vehicles to propane autogas under the Southeast Propane Autogas Development Program, with fueling … Continue reading

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Alt fuel news roundup: 10/3/12

Big news out of Virginia this week: Governor Bob McDonnell formally signed partner agreements with Alliance AutoGas and Clean Energy to switch the Virginia state fleet to propane autogas and compressed natural gas. Here’s more information, along with other major … Continue reading

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Virginia Governor transitions state fleet to alternative fuel

Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell kicked off his third annual Governor’s Conference on Energy this morning by officially beginning his state fleet’s transition to alternative fuels. At the Greater Richmond Convention Center, McDonnell signed partner agreements and a memorandum of understanding … Continue reading

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