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Trucks
Part 2 Q&A with Roush CleanTech: propane vs. other alt fuels & VW settlement funds
In Part 2 of our interview with Roush CleanTech President Todd Mouw we learn more about the differences between propane and other other alternative fuels. Plus, Mouw offers insights into what fleets can expect with the distribution of VW settlement funds. In Part 1, Mouw talked about his companyâs latest propane engine, a 6.7-liter engine with [âŚ]
September 17, 2018
Trucks
Part 1 Q&A with Roush CleanTech as company prepares to launch its first biopropane fleet engine
Roush CleanTechâs passion for alternative fuel keeps it on the cutting edge of propane, CNG and now electric powertrain development. The Michigan-based company recently announced the nationâs first near-zero propane engine, a 6.8-liter V10 3V propane engine for Class 4-7 vehicles that earned a .02 grams per brake horsepower-hour (g/bhp-hr) rating from the California Air [âŚ]
September 13, 2018
Utility Trucks
Analysis: Natural gas continues to grow, despite declining diesel prices
With the natural gas powered vehicle market seemingly stalled as diesel fuel prices continue to drop, ACT Research has released the results of its updated research on U.S. Natural Gas transportation fuel trends in the heavy duty truck market.
November 12, 2014
Vans
Westport Transit Van demo program offers fleets real a world look at CNG performance
âDrive Now with CNG,â for fleets interested in the Westport WiNG Power System Ford Transit Van, is a free demonstration program designed to give the experience and benefits of operating on compressed natural gas.
October 15, 2014
Utility Trucks
Westport touts new enhanced spark-ignited natgas combustion system
Targeting medium-duty applications and superior-to-diesel performance, Westport Innovations Inc. on Tuesday unveiled its newest proprietary technology: the first generation of an enhanced spark-ignited (ESI) natural gas system.
September 24, 2014
Pickups
Coloradoâs move to CNG vehicles shows ups, downs of alt-fuel transition
In a state fully engaged in the ongoing natural gas boom, it makes perfect sense for Colorado officials to explore the resource as an alternative transportation fuel. But the road to a more sustainable government fleet can get a little bumpy when top-down mandates donât fit the day-to-day reality faced by hard working trucks in the field, as a recent investigation discovered.
September 10, 2014
Trucks
Brewery fleet moves to CNG, part of âseed to sipâ sustainability campaign
Anheuser-Busch is replacing its 66-diesel tractor fleet in Houston with compressed natural gas powered tractors. This marks the beer companyâs first conversion of an entire brewery fleet.
September 9, 2014
Utility Trucks
Natgas motor fuel sales in Texas come in at 2x estimates
Sales of natural gas motor fuel are surging in Texas. âNatural gas vehicles are becoming mainstream faster than expected,â says Texas Railroad Commissioner David Porter. âAnd thereâs plenty of room for growth.â
August 21, 2014
Vans
Westport adds Ford Transit van, cutaway to 2015 lineup
Westport is expanding its 2015 vehicle lineup with natural gas fueling options for companies who are adding the all-new Ford Transit Van and Cutaway to their fleets.
July 23, 2014
Utility Trucks
Developer of CNG-hybrid vehicle aims to âdisruptâ truck market
Efficient Drivetrains Inc. has joined with alt-fuel truck builder Greenkraft to develop a first-of-its-kind, Class-4 vehicle that combines the benefits of compressed natural gas and plugin hybrid electric vehicle technology.
July 2, 2014
Vans
Westport expands 2015 line-up with nat-gas Ford Transit Connect
Westport is expanding its 2015 vehicle lineup with two natural gas fueling options for hard-working truck fleets who like the Ford Transit Connect.
June 3, 2014
Trucks
Contractor turns to CNG, Westport for delivery fleet alternative
A suggestion from a truck dealer, a little research, a state incentive program: One hard-working truck fleet owner added it all up and his answer was compressed natural gas.
May 28, 2014
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