Alternative Fuels and Dealers

Chevrolet and GMC expand alternative fuel fleet offerings; expanded CNG/LPG lineup

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

PSI is one of North America’s largest and most experienced providers of integrated turn-key, alternative-fuel powertrain solutions. Ship-through will be offered, allowing customers to order and take delivery from the same dealer. All of the top 25 fleets use at least two fuels. CNG and LPG Models.

Alternative Fuels

Alternative Fuels GMC Chevrolet Fleet

California Energy Commission awards nearly $2M to support alternative fuel production and vehicles

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 10, 2012

The California Energy Commission unanimously approved funding of $1,974,330 for the expansion and upgrade of a biodiesel production facility and buy-downs of alternative-fuel vehicles. The buy-down incentives help to pay the difference between alternative-fuel vehicles and conventional vehicles. Yokayo Biofuels, Inc.

Alternative Fuels

Alternative Fuels California Fuel Energy

AJR Trucking orders 50 Nikola Tre FCEVs; incentives bring rough cost parity with existing fleet

Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2023

AJR Trucking , a leading carrier for the United States Postal Service (USPS) and a major drayage carrier operating in the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, has executed a purchase order for 50 Nikola Tre hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) trucks from Tom’s Truck Centers, a member of the Nikola Corporation sales and service dealer network.

Fleet

Fleet Los Angeles Kenworth Long Beach

President Obama announces $1B National Community Deployment Challenge to spur deployment of alternative-fuel vehicles; new purchasing incentives; new EV Everywhere research grand challenge

Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2012

US President Barack Obama announced a new $1-billion National Community Deployment Challenge to spur deployment of advanced alternative fuel vehicles in communities around the country.

Alternative Fuels

Alternative Fuels Obama Purchase Tax Credit

Maritz study finds growing but still low US consumer awareness about alternative fuel technologies; knowledge gap and confusion a sales challenge for OEMs

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 7, 2011

Results of a survey released by Maritz Research demonstrates that while US consumer awareness about alternative fuel vehicles continues to grow, only about one in five consumers state they are “very familiar” with any alternative-fuel technologies.

Alternative Fuels

Alternative Fuels Fuel Gasoline-Electric Volt

Westport acquires Alternative Fuel Vehicle Sweden AB, European natural gas system supplier to Volvo Cars

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 13, 2011

a leader in natural gas engines, acquired Alternative Fuel Vehicle Sweden AB (AFV) of Gothenburg, Sweden for approximately SEK 51 million (approximately US$7.6 AFV is the sole supplier of natural gas fuel systems to Volvo Car Company (VCC). Volvo dealers in Sweden have offered a bi-fuel 231-hp 2.5

Sweden

Sweden Alternative Fuels Volvo Gas

Texas now offering $2,500 EV rebate for Tesla’s Model 3, Y and S units

Teslarati

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The news was spotted on Monday by X user Anuarbek Imanbaev, who pointed out that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality website details the Grants for Alternative Fuel Vehicles and Conversion Systems program, which is offering up to $2,500 rebates on purchases of EVs for up to 2,000 applicants.

Texas

Texas Grant Alternative Fuels Maintenance

Data show California BEVs at 6.7% new vehicle marketshare in Q3

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

The report is based on sales data from the California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA). Reflecting their now consistent trend of recovery following a drop at the beginning of the year, HEVs comprised 49% of the alternative fuel registrations, up from 42% in the same period in 2019.

California

California Vehicles 2019 Sale

Landi Renzo USA to offer MY 2018 F-150 with CNG; 50,000-mile warranty

Green Car Congress

APRIL 26, 2017

Landi Renzo USA , a division of Landi Renzo Group, a global leader in alternative fuel systems, will offer the Ford F-150 with compressed natural gas (CNG) for model year 2018 with Ford Ship-Thru strategically located adjacent to the Ford assembly plant in Kansas City, Mo. gaseous prep engine via Ford dealers as a Ship-Thru.

F-150

F-150 USA 2018 Miles

Study: People Want to Buy EVs but Costs Are Still Too High

The Truth About Cars

MAY 22, 2023

Unsurprisingly, households with more money were more likely to own an EV or alternative fuel vehicle. Beyond income, Silber also thinks that dealer service and product knowledge will play a significant role in consumer product adoption.& & [Image: Kia] Become a& TTAC insider.

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Buy Affordable Alternative Fuels Kia

GE Capital to provide financing for electric motorcycle maker Brammo

Green Car Congress

JULY 10, 2012

with inventory financing to support the expansion of its dealer network in the US. CDF already provides inventory financing for other brands of alternative fuel and hybrid motorsports products. It is an important element of a successful manufacturer-dealer business model.

Electric Motorcycles

Electric Motorcycles Financing Motorcycles North America

European automotive sector calls for vehicle renewal incentives to kickstart economic recovery after COVID-19; 25-point action plan

Green Car Congress

MAY 6, 2020

The plan was issued by the four associations representing the full automotive supply chain: from equipment and tire suppliers, to vehicle manufacturers, to dealers and workshops (ACEA, CECRA, CLEPA and ETRMA). Start the announced pilot for charging and alternative fuels infrastructure without further delay.

Renewable

Renewable Vehicles Alternative Fuels Stimulus

Honda Manufacturing of Indiana starts production of 2012 Civic Natural Gas model

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 12, 2011

Honda Manufacturing of Indiana, LLC (HMIN) marked the start of mass production of the all-new 2012 Civic Natural Gas as it moves to increase production of the alternative-fuel Civic to support an expanding network of certified Civic Natural Gas dealers across the US. Earlier post.).

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Indiana Honda 2012 Gas

Toyota to debut 2 BEVs, 1 PHEV for US this year; says research shows BEVs & PHEVs have similar environmental benefits

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Toyota currently has more than 40% share of the total alternative fuel vehicle market, which includes a 75% share of the fuel cell market and a 64% share of hybrids and plug-ins. Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) plans to debut three new electrified models—two BEVs and a PHEV—in the US market this year.

PHEV

PHEV Toyota North America America

California Energy Commission approves almost $700K for alt fuel projects

Green Car Congress

APRIL 11, 2013

The California Energy Commission approved $678,889 to projects that will boost the number of alternative fuel vehicles on the state’s roadways. The awards were made through the Commission’s Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program, created by Assembly Bill 118.

California

California Fuel Energy Alternative Fuels

Landi Renzo and Leggett Platt to partner on CNG vehicles for North American Market

Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2011

Landi Renzo USA (Landi Renzo) has partnered with Leggett & Platt Commercial Vehicle Products (L&P CVP) to implement alternative fuel systems using compressed natural gas (CNG). Landi Renzo is a global leader in alternative fuel systems design, manufacture, installation and service with more than 40% global market share.

Alternative Fuels

Alternative Fuels Indianapolis Market Vehicles

Total BEV sales in California at 8.9% of 2030 goal

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

The California Center for Jobs & The Economy has released an updated report ( earlier post ) on the progress of ZEV sales in the state during the first half of 2020, drawing on sales data from the California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA). million by 2025.

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California Sale PHEV 2019

Collins Bus and BAF to develop Type A school bus with CNG fuel system

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 16, 2011

We are excited to be leading our industry in alternative fuel technologies and CNG is the next logical step. Many of our customers are interested in this technology and our leading dealers are ready to introduce it to their customers. —Kent Tyler, President of Collins Bus Corporation.

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Fuel North America Dealers Alternative Fuels

Creative Bus Sales Opens Its Second Dedicated Alt Fuels Vehicle Conversion Facility

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 11, 2010

Creative Bus Sales has opened a 30,000 sq ft facility in Elkhart, Indiana that will initially be used to perform alternative fuel conversions on buses, trucks, and vans. The operation will be conducted under the name Green Alternative Systems or GAS.

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Conversion Sale Fuel Alternative Fuels

New Argonne-developed tool helps car buyers compare electric-drive and traditional vehicles

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

The EVolution website connects to the Alternative Fuels Data Center, FuelEconomy.gov, US Energy Information Administration websites, and others in one convenient platform to provide the most recent information about electric-drive and conventional powertrain types, public charging locations, and available incentives.

North Dakota

North Dakota Vehicles Purchase Minnesota

NY to award $18.9M to increase number of electric buses in state

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 30, 2020

The program reduces the cost to purchase new, clean electric or alternative-fueled buses through point of sale rebates offered through a qualified vendor.

New York

New York Purchase Electric Electrical

CleanFUEL USA Introduces New Liquid Propane Injection System for GM 6.0L Engine

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2009

CleanFUEL USA , a leading supplier of alternative fuel infrastructure and propane engine systems has introduced its latest Liquid Propane Injection (LPI) system for the General Motors (GM) 6.0-liter Systems are available through CleanFUEL USA Master Dealers and Preferred Installers. liter engine. When the 6.0L

USA

USA GM Engine Stimulus

India’s longest luxury electric bus showcased by Volvo Eicher

Electric Vehicles India

JANUARY 20, 2023

With the aim of modernizing the Indian logistics ecosystem rapidly through the use of alternative fuels as well as smart solutions, Volvo and Eicher are committed to delivering a sustainable, efficient, and affordable logistics infrastructure that meets the government’s vision for the country.

Volvo

Volvo India Electric Electrical

Nitin Gadkari announced to manufacture flex-fuel vehicles & flex-fuel strong hybrid EVs

Electric Vehicles India

DECEMBER 28, 2021

The government is enabling the use of various alternate fuels in an effort to shift from fossil fuels. In order to accelerate the introduction of Flex Fuel vehicles, the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme has included automobile & auto components and auto components of flex-fuel engines.

Fuel

Fuel Manufacturer Hybrid Vehicles

Court says govt to add hydrogen fuel cell vehicles & infrastructure in FAME II scheme

Electric Vehicles India

MAY 24, 2021

The FAME II scheme aims to promote and encourage domestic manufacturing and create a market for EVs in India and decrease the dependency on internal combustion engine vehicles and foster alternative fuels’ growth. It has launched to encourage early adoption and to create a market for both hybrids and EVs.

Hydrogen

Hydrogen Fuel India Vehicles

DEED advertising pays off

Electric Auto Association

JUNE 5, 2022

DEED equity: Used EV dealer attracts diverse crowd The chapter was also creative when it came to lining-up EV dealership participation. In addition to securing cars from private owners and the local Audi, BMW, Mercedes, and Tesla dealerships, a used EV dealer was also engaged. DEED ride-and-drive event.

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California Energy Commission awards more than $2.6M for natural gas vehicles

Green Car Congress

APRIL 12, 2012

The awards are expected to support the purchase of more than 125 new natural gas vehicles; funding comes from the Commission’s Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program. The Energy Commission’s buy-down incentives are reserved in blocks for vehicle manufacturers or their designated dealers.

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Gas California Energy Vehicles

Tata Motors is delivering 1500 electric buses

Electric Vehicles India

JANUARY 3, 2023

The company’s delivery solutions utilize alternative fuel technologies such as battery electric, hybrid, CNG, LNG, and hydrogen fuel cell technology. And they did their very best again this time. Watch the video below to learn more about Tata Motor’s electric buses.

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Motor Motors Motoring Electric

California Energy Commission awards nearly $5M to encourage natural gas-powered buses and trucks

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

The awards, funded from the Commission’s Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program, help to pay the difference between a conventional gasoline- or diesel-powered vehicle and one powered by a cleaner alternative fuel. The Energy Commission already has awarded nearly $15.5

California

California Gas Oakland Power

General Motors And Tengzhong Sign Definitive Agreement For Sale Of HUMMER

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 9, 2009

It will also assume the existing dealer agreements relating to HUMMER’s dealership network. Once the transaction is complete, HUMMER will become the first automaker to offer an alternative fuel powertrain in every model, with the addition of E85 FlexFuel capability in the 2010 H3 and H3T.

Hummer

Hummer General Motors For Sale Motor

Chevrolet, GMC expand CNG truck and van offerings

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 2, 2013

Chevrolet and GMC will offer new bi-fuel versions of the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra heavy-duty trucks and all-new dedicated compressed natural gas versions of the 2014 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size passenger vans next year. Production for the bi-fuel trucks and CNG vans is scheduled to begin early next year.

GMC

GMC Chevrolet Sierra Silverado

CNG Process for GM Full-Size Vans Nears Completion; PCI Providing the Fuel System

Green Car Congress

JULY 14, 2010

In addition, GM has chosen Productive Concepts (PCI), an alternative fuels conversion company, to become an integral part of its production. PCI will integrate the CNG fuel delivery and storage system with the hardened engine at its facility in Union City, Ind. PCI also will work to ensure full emissions compliance.

GM

GM GMC Fuel Chevrolet

Honda to launch electric-two wheelers in India by 2024

Electric Vehicles India

MARCH 29, 2023

If you are an EV manufacturer (or) EV Dealer (or) EV Supporter who want to share news related to electric vehicles on our website, please send an email to crm@electricvehicles.in In addition, he said, “On the EV front, we are committed to build India’s best EV Business structure.

India

India Honda Electric Electrical

New York launches $19M truck voucher incentive program; $9M for EVs, $10M for alt fuels

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 9, 2013

Under the terms of the program, NYSERDA approved vehicle manufacturers, dealers and retrofit providers which will receive the vouchers, allowing them to pass on the full incentive in a lower vehicle price to buyers.

New York

New York New York City Gas-Electric Fuel

Road Test: Ford F-150 Lightning

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Then there are the franchise dealers motivated by just one thing: how much can I get for a hot product in short supply. It’s not unusual for a dealer to mark up a Lightning Platinum an additional $50,000 today just to place an order. Please let us know your views at publisher@cleanfleetreport.com.

F-150

F-150 Ford Extended Range Dealers

California Air Resources Board Launches $20M in Funding Assistance for Heavy-Duty Hybrid Trucks and Buses

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2010

Dealers, manufactures and fleet owners can learn more about the program at californiahvip.org. The program will also help achieve the goals of the state’s Climate Change Scoping Plan that requires California to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions to 1990 levels by the year 2020 with clean alternative fuels.

California

California Climate Change Hybrid Clean Alternative

Jitendra EV Tech launched its new electric scooter JET 320

Electric Vehicles India

JUNE 9, 2021

Jitendrabhai’s keen interest in the latest technology led him to start investing in research on alternate fuel mobility solutions in 2012. R&D projects on 3 wheeler rickshaws were undertaken with alternate energy sources like fuel cell, Lead Acid and then LI battery packs. Also, watch the related video here.

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Electric Electrical Li-ion Lead Acid

Report: California cumulative PEV sales at 10.5% of 2030 goal; true ZEVs at 5.6%

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Additionally, FCEVs (fuel cell electric vehicles) also would count towards the ZEV total, but data from the California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) show total market share for these vehicles to date at a mere 0.1%. of the 2030 goal.

California

California Sale PHEV 2018

Court tells govt to add hydrogen fuel cell vehicles & infrastructure in FAME II scheme

Electric Vehicles India

MAY 24, 2021

The FAME II scheme aims to promote and encourage domestic manufacturing and create a market for EVs in India and decrease the dependency on internal combustion engine vehicles and foster alternative fuels’ growth. It has launched to encourage early adoption and to create a market for both hybrids and EVs.

Hydrogen

Hydrogen Fuel India Vehicles

GAO Report Concludes Plug-in Vehicles Offer Potential Benefits, but High Costs and Limited Information Could Hinder Integration into the Federal Fleet; Recommended Actions

Green Car Congress

JUNE 25, 2009

Finally, agencies must meet a number of requirements covering energy use and vehicle acquisition—such as acquiring alternative fuel vehicles and reducing facility energy and petroleum consumption—but these sometimes conflict with one another.

Plug-in

Plug-in Plug Fleet Alternative Fuels

Calif. Energy Commission to award more than $44M for hydrogen refueling and alternative fuel vehicle projects

Green Car Congress

JUNE 13, 2013

In two packages of awards, the California Energy Commission approved more than $44 million to expand the hydrogen fueling infrastructure and increase the number of alter alternative fuel vehicles on the road in the state. million to build a hydrogen fueling station in Anaheim (Orange County).

Alternative Fuels

Alternative Fuels Los Angeles Hydrogen Fuel

Production begins of Honda Natural Gas vehicle

Green Cars News

OCTOBER 13, 2011

As the company attempts to increase production of the alternative fuel Civic in an effort to support an expanded network of certified Civic Natural Gas dealers across the US, production is expected to ramp up during the 2012 [.].

Honda

Honda Gas Indiana Production

New Year’s Resolutions for EV Drivers

Blink Charging

JANUARY 4, 2024

And, if you use them, they don’t cancel out any other dealer or manufacturer incentives that may apply to the vehicle. The Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit is worth a tax credit of 30% of the cost of the charging hardware up to $1,000 for individuals. Considering a home charger?

Tax Credit

Tax Credit Tax Charging Buy

Senate Energy Bill Contains $3.8B for Natural Gas Vehicle Conversion and Purchasing, $400M for Plug-in Vehicle Deployment

Green Car Congress

JULY 28, 2010

The rebates are primarily targeted at medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; of the funding allocated for rebates, not more than 25% is to be used to provide rebates to qualified owners for the purchase of qualified alternative fuel vehicles that have a gross vehicle rating of not more than 8,500 pounds.

Plug-in

Plug-in Plug Purchase Gas

Chevrolet and GMC expand alternative fuel fleet offerings; expanded CNG/LPG lineup

California Energy Commission awards nearly $2M to support alternative fuel production and vehicles

AJR Trucking orders 50 Nikola Tre FCEVs; incentives bring rough cost parity with existing fleet

President Obama announces $1B National Community Deployment Challenge to spur deployment of alternative-fuel vehicles; new purchasing incentives; new EV Everywhere research grand challenge

Maritz study finds growing but still low US consumer awareness about alternative fuel technologies; knowledge gap and confusion a sales challenge for OEMs

Westport acquires Alternative Fuel Vehicle Sweden AB, European natural gas system supplier to Volvo Cars

Texas now offering $2,500 EV rebate for Tesla’s Model 3, Y and S units

Data show California BEVs at 6.7% new vehicle marketshare in Q3

Landi Renzo USA to offer MY 2018 F-150 with CNG; 50,000-mile warranty

Study: People Want to Buy EVs but Costs Are Still Too High

GE Capital to provide financing for electric motorcycle maker Brammo

European automotive sector calls for vehicle renewal incentives to kickstart economic recovery after COVID-19; 25-point action plan

Honda Manufacturing of Indiana starts production of 2012 Civic Natural Gas model

Toyota to debut 2 BEVs, 1 PHEV for US this year; says research shows BEVs & PHEVs have similar environmental benefits

California Energy Commission approves almost $700K for alt fuel projects

Landi Renzo and Leggett Platt to partner on CNG vehicles for North American Market

Total BEV sales in California at 8.9% of 2030 goal

Collins Bus and BAF to develop Type A school bus with CNG fuel system

Creative Bus Sales Opens Its Second Dedicated Alt Fuels Vehicle Conversion Facility

New Argonne-developed tool helps car buyers compare electric-drive and traditional vehicles

NY to award $18.9M to increase number of electric buses in state

CleanFUEL USA Introduces New Liquid Propane Injection System for GM 6.0L Engine

India’s longest luxury electric bus showcased by Volvo Eicher

Nitin Gadkari announced to manufacture flex-fuel vehicles & flex-fuel strong hybrid EVs

Court says govt to add hydrogen fuel cell vehicles & infrastructure in FAME II scheme

DEED advertising pays off

California Energy Commission awards more than $2.6M for natural gas vehicles

Tata Motors is delivering 1500 electric buses

California Energy Commission awards nearly $5M to encourage natural gas-powered buses and trucks

General Motors And Tengzhong Sign Definitive Agreement For Sale Of HUMMER

Chevrolet, GMC expand CNG truck and van offerings

CNG Process for GM Full-Size Vans Nears Completion; PCI Providing the Fuel System

Honda to launch electric-two wheelers in India by 2024

New York launches $19M truck voucher incentive program; $9M for EVs, $10M for alt fuels

Road Test: Ford F-150 Lightning

California Air Resources Board Launches $20M in Funding Assistance for Heavy-Duty Hybrid Trucks and Buses

Jitendra EV Tech launched its new electric scooter JET 320

Report: California cumulative PEV sales at 10.5% of 2030 goal; true ZEVs at 5.6%

Court tells govt to add hydrogen fuel cell vehicles & infrastructure in FAME II scheme

GAO Report Concludes Plug-in Vehicles Offer Potential Benefits, but High Costs and Limited Information Could Hinder Integration into the Federal Fleet; Recommended Actions

Calif. Energy Commission to award more than $44M for hydrogen refueling and alternative fuel vehicle projects

Production begins of Honda Natural Gas vehicle

New Year’s Resolutions for EV Drivers

Senate Energy Bill Contains $3.8B for Natural Gas Vehicle Conversion and Purchasing, $400M for Plug-in Vehicle Deployment

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