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DOE issues Request for Information on aggregating purchases of alternative fuel vehicles

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The RFI seeks input in three areas: AFV consumers and fleets; vehicle OEMs and suppliers; and general AFV procurement. Responses are due no later than 5:00pm (ET) on 13 March 2015.

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Essential Tips for Successful Vehicle Fleet Management

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Essential Tips for Successful Vehicle Fleet Management Efficient and Cost-Effective Processes Aid the Bottom Line This article may contain affiliate links. Managing a vehicle fleet is a complex task that requires careful planning, organization and attention to detail.

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DOE labs study on costs and benefits of new transportation technologies the most comprehensive to date

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There has been a lot of past research on the cost of vehicles and the cost of fuel, but these other operating costs haven’t been studied in quite the same detail before. There were gaps in the data, especially with respect to alternative fuel powertrains—electric vehicles, fuel cell vehicles.

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IDTechEx: future of the electric ship industry lies with hybrid cargo vessels

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Source: IDTechEx - “Electric Boats & Ships 2024-2044” Electric and hybrid vessels are also typically new-builds, specifically designed to be efficient with electric propulsion. IDTechEx concludes that the future of the electric ship industry lies with hybrid cargo vessels. Battery deliveries to ships 2019-2022 GWh.

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E85 vehicles dominated US share of alternative fueled and hybrid vehicles made available in 2009

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On-road alternative fueled and hybrid vehicles made available 2009 (including light-, medium- and heavy-duty. Of those, E85 flexible fuel vehicles dominate the market with nearly 75% of the total AFV and hybrid vehicles. The amounts of fuel consumed by fleet AFVs. Click to enlarge. Source: EIA.

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DOE awarding $6M to 11 projects to accelerate alternative fuel vehicle market growth

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) is awarding $6 million to 11 projects aimed at improving potential buyers’ experiences with alternative fuel and plug-in electric vehicles, supporting training, and integrating alternative fuels into emergency planning. AWARD TABLE. Description. Federal amount. Penske Truck Leasing.

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How to Take Advantage of EV Charging Incentives for Fleets

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Between the United States federal government, state, and local governments; power companies and utilities; and air pollution control districts, there are hundreds of incentives for fleet owners to switch from internal combustion engine vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs).

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