Green Fleet

Currently, all 2011 and newer trailers must comply when used in California, with certain exceptions.

Tags: CARB, emissions reduction, GHG emissions, heavy-duty trucks, managing small fleets

Assuming that the operator is able to claim the $7,500 federal tax credit, a Pike Research study on the total cost of ownership of alternative-fuel vehicles shows that 'mid-size hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery electric will have a lower TCO over a vehicle lifespan of 120,000 miles, but not at mileage levels that are well under that figure.'

Tags: alternative fuels, alternative-fuel conversion, alternative-fuel vehicles, CNG vehicles, fuel cell vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles, Pike Research, plug-in hybrid, total cost of ownership

Included will be brief NHTSA presentations outlining current agency research and activities related to Li-ion batteries and Li-ion battery-powered vehicles, as well as presentations by the Department of Energy, voluntary standards bodies, and automotive and battery manufacturers.

Tags: electric vehicle, lithium-ion batteries, NHTSA, plug-in electric vehicles

New for 2012, the editors not only name what they feel are the 10 “Best Green Cars” of the year, but also rank their selections.

Tags: Chevrolet Malibu Eco, Chevrolet Volt, fuel efficiency, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Kelley Blue Book, Lexus CT 200h, Mitsubishi i, Nissan Leaf, Scion iQ, Toyota Prius c, Volkswagen Passat

A fee-based charging network will consist of at least 200 publicly available fast-charging stations — installed in the San Francisco Bay area, the San Joaquin Valley, the Los Angeles Basin and San Diego County.

Tags: DC fast charger, electric vehicle, EV charging station, plug-in electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid

The CARB executive orders allow the vehicles to be sold and operated in California, as well as in 16 other states that follow CARB rules, according to BAF.

Tags: BAF, CNG conversion, CNG vehicles, Ford E-250, Ford E-350, Ford F-250, Ford F-350, Ford Motor Co.

Through extensive research, Filtering Change is designed to provide customers with the resources and support necessary to successfully integrate filter recycling into their daily operations.

Tags: Cummins, recycling, sustainability

The highway is expected to ultimately stretch along Interstate 5 from the Canadian to Mexican borders.

Tags: AeroVironment, DC fast charger, electric vehicle, EV charging station, Oregon

For a typical fleet vehicle that drives 45 miles per day, the combined mode fuel economy would be more than 30 mpg, while a similar Ford E-350 cutaway chassis with a V8 engine is only able to achieve less than 9 mpg, based on data provided by major fleets.

Tags: ALTe, conversion, Ford E-350, PHEV, plug-in hybrid vans

KBB stated that in 2011, fuel-efficient vehicle values hit record levels when gas prices approached $4 per gallon, and if prices continue to rise, the company expects to see a similar trend this year and for values to increase within the next 30 to 60 days.

Tags: hybrid vehicles, Kelley Blue Book, resale value

AMP Electric Vehicles announced it has been qualified by the IRS for the federal tax credit.

Tags: AMP Holding Inc., electric SUV, plug-in electric vehicles, tax incentive

As the lowest greenhouse gas emitting fuel, propane autogas averages 40-50% less emissions than gasoline/diesel per gallon.

Tags: CleanFUEL USA, Freightliner, LPG, medium-duty trucks, propane autogas

The 2012 models with Westport WiNG bi-fuel Systems sold through Ford dealers will be EPA certified, and the 2013 model year is expected to offer CARB certification for all models.

Tags: 2012-MY, 2013-MY, bi-fuel, CNG, Ford F-250, Ford F-350, Westport

At the job site, the Odyne hybrid plug-in battery system powers typical work site applications with the engine off for a much longer time than other commercially available large truck hybrid systems, according to the manufacturer.

Tags: Ford F-750, heavy-duty trucks, hybrid propulsion system, medium-duty trucks, Odyne, plug-in hybrid

Of the four program categories, the Vehicle and Advanced Technology Program is available for medium- duty vehicle retrofits, replacements and technology demonstration.

Tags: alternative fuels, CNG fueling station, funding, medium-duty trucks, MSRC

By March 8, businesses and residents in the 21 new markets will be able to place a reservation for Nissan Leafs. Deliveries will start taking place in these new markets this summer.

Tags: 2012-MY, electric vehicle, Nissan Leaf, plug-in electric vehicles

The financing option is aimed at helping small businesses upgrade their diesel trucks to meet early compliance with the California Air Resources Board’s on-road diesel vehicle and tractor-trailer greenhouse gas regulations.

Tags: California Air Resources Board, compliance, diesel emissions, heavy-duty trucks, leasing, managing small fleets

CAMBRIDGE, MA - Using electric vehicles can markedly lower the costs of a fleet of delivery trucks. Electric vehicles can cost 9-12 percent less to operate than trucks powered by diesel engines.

Tags: electric truck, electric vehicle, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)