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UPS plans to build 9 additional LNG stations at cost of ~$50M

Green Car Congress

The enhanced LNG fueling infrastructure will support the operation of approximately 1,000 UPS LNG tractors that will displace more than 24 million gallons of diesel fuel annually. UPS has used LNG vehicles for more than a decade and has benefited from lower fuel prices compared to imported petroleum.

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UPS to purchase ~700 LNG trucks, build 4 refueling stations by end of 2014

Green Car Congress

We plan expansion through infrastructure partnerships and a broader fleet in states that are leading the way to make alternative fuel vehicles economically feasible. Since 2000, the fleet powered by alternative fuels and technologies has driven more than 295 million miles. —Scott Davis, UPS Chairman and CEO.

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FEV to show compressed natural gas light-duty concept engine with ATAC combustion system at 2011 SAE World Congress

Green Car Congress

The engine is designed for use in light-duty vehicles, and demonstrates the potential of modifying passenger vehicle engines to achieve diesel-like fuel efficiency and power using CNG as an alternative fuel. Stommel (2000) Fuel Efficient Natural Gas Engine with Common-Rail Micro-Pilot Injection ( SAE 2000-01-3080 ).

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RIP natural-gas cars, doomed by cheap gas and electric cars

Green Car Reports

Natural gas vehicles were first promoted starting in about 2000 as a way to reduce reliance on imported oil and cut tailpipe emissions. Their promise appeared to grow near the height of the global financial crisis, when gas prices hovered around $4 per gallon across much of the United States.

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Jitendra EV Tech launched its new electric scooter JET 320

Electric Vehicles India

This scooter is a much economical and greener alternative than a traditional 2-wheeler or a motorcycle.”. This can be due to the hike in fuel prices. Jitendrabhai’s keen interest in the latest technology led him to start investing in research on alternate fuel mobility solutions in 2012.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia K5 GT 2.5L

Clean Fleet Report

Pricing and Warranties. These base prices include the $995 destination charge. The K5 is more than a replacement for the Optima, which had been Kia’s midsize sedan stalwart since 2000. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. Even room in back.

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ITF: measures to decrease road freight CO2 emissions

Green Car Congress

Moving goods by road consumes about 50% of all diesel produced; 80% of the global net increase in diesel use since 2000 comes from road freight. For urban freight operations, alternative fuels already provide a viable commercial solution, or shortly will. It is critical that these standards include heavy freight trucks.

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