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EPA aims to make fuel conversions easier

Green Cars News

It may soon be easier than ever to get your vehicle converted to run on alternative fuels such as natural gas, propane, alcohol fuel or electricity after the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed new options for car manufacturers.

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EPA eases rules on fuel conversion systems

Green Cars News

In a move that should make life easier for those considering alternative fuel technologies, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has updated its rules to make it simpler for manufacturers to sell fuel conversion systems.

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The US Needs 20 Times More EV Charging Stations by 2030… Or Else

Blink Charging

While it’s great news that electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more popular in the United States, it does pose a unique issue: EV sales are now outpacing EV charging infrastructure. The Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit provides eligible businesses with a tax credit up to 30% of the cost of equipment.

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How Corporations Can Help the U.S. Reach its EV Goals

Clean Fleet Report

News and World Report recently posed the question: will the U.S. Subsidized home charging may make sense The EPA defines Scope 1 emissions as those that occur from sources controlled or owned by an organization, such as emissions associated with fuel combustion in boilers, furnaces, and fleet vehicles.

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Road Test: Ford F-150 Lightning

Clean Fleet Report

The EPA-rated range is 230 miles for the standard range and 320 miles for the extended range battery. These are competitive with other smaller EVs, but the EcoBoost V6 F-150 version tops 520 miles of EPA range with a 26-gallon gas tank. With towing, expect less range than the EPA ratings. kW internal charger. extended range).

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Progress! IRA signed into law

Electric Auto Association

Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund : Administered by the EPA, this funding supports all projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Other exciting elements include billions for Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles, as well as the Grants to Reduce Air Pollution at Ports, and a number of alternative fuel (hydrogen, biofuels etc.) Old or new?

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US to introduce special credits for electric cars

Green Cars News

Yesterday we told you about the US Department of Transportation and Environmental Protection Agency outlining stringent fuel and greenhouse gas emission standards (see article) – and now we can inform you about a new credit scheme for electric, plug-in and fuel cell vehicles.