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The Answer to the Truck Driver Shortage

August 2, 2018The answer to the driver shortage means showing young people how today’s trucks offer just what they are looking for in a work environment.

North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE)
Propane Autogas Shuttle Van with Cost-Effective Emissions Reductions

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Propane Autogas as an Affordable Solution to Reduce Fleet Emissions

August 1, 2018Propane autogas is an alternative fuel that provides fleets with the clean emissions profile they seek, at an affordable cost. Plus, it offers proven performance without the growing pains newer alternative energy options may still be dealing with.

Propane Education & Research Council (PERC)
Renewable natural gas from anaerobic digester

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New Approach to Trash is Displacing Fossil Fuels

July 27, 2018In July 2018, renewable natural gas began to flow into Southern California's natural gas distribution system from a state-of-the-art high solid anaerobic digester that processes organic waste that would otherwise have been sent to a landfill.

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Central State Corridor Becomes Testbed for Autonomous, Connected Tech

July 26, 2018While Columbus efforts as winner of the Smart City competition have garnered much attention, another smart mobility project based in Central Ohio has moved into the fast lane by ramping up autonomous and connected vehicle demonstration projects.

Clean Fuels Ohio

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City of Dublin, Ohio: Today’s CNG Fleet to Tomorrow’s Testbed for Autonomous Technology

July 20, 2018Learn firsthand from Darryl Syler, the Director of Fleet Management for the City of Dublin, Ohio, on his history and success in managing innovative fleets and his vision for the future.
Is Natural Gas renewable?

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Is Renewable Natural Gas a Fossil Fuel?

July 19, 2018To those of us in the industry, this question may sound like a no-brainer. However, this question and similar ones are still commonly asked.

California Natural Gas Vehicle Partnership
Daimler Electric Truck eCascadia

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Major Electric Truck Project by Daimler and Calif. Clean Air Agency

July 13, 2018The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) announced the launch of a $31.3 million electric truck demonstration project.

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The Funding Fireworks Show Is About to Start, Where Will You Be?

July 5, 2018Utilities and states across the country lead with substantial investments in clean transportation projects and a commitment to reducing emissions.

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Solar Panels Mounted on Cab of Class 8 Truck

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Solar Panels for Trucks and Trailers, the Time has Come

July 2, 2018Solar has a place in the trucking industry, from supporting HVAC and hotel loads to powering liftgates, telematics and reefer units.

North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE)

Autonomous Vehicles’ Beneficial Impacts Noted in Comprehensive New Report

June 27, 2018Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) have the potential to dramatically improve life for all Americans, as they move from concept to real-world testing.

Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE)

Trump’s Bailout for Coal Power May Undermine the Benefits of EVs

June 26, 2018President Trump has ordered Secretary of Energy Rick Perry to prepare immediate steps to prevent the retirement of coal and nuclear electricity generating facilities. This could delay the progress in the transportation sector.

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Hydrogen Fuel Cell Locomotivec

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Hydrogen: A Global Coming of Age

June 21, 2018While the U.S. is seen as a global leader in hydrogen fuel cell technology, more countries are embracing the fuel and technology as a way to reach zero emissions when batteries are not feasible.

California Hydrogen Business Council (CHBC)
Illustration highlighting ZEV States

ZEV Scorecard Assesses States’ Progress on EVs

June 19, 2018The Electrification Coalition (EC) released its first Zero Emissions Vehicles (ZEV) Scorecard to assess states' actions building EV market.

Electrification Coalition
Propane Autogas Bus

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Propane Autogas School Bus Registrations on 5-Year Roll

June 14, 2018Nationally, propane autogas is continuing an impressive five-year run in which registrations for propane autogas school buses have increased by 700 percent.

Propane Education & Research Council (PERC)

Alternative Fuel Vehicles Help Disaster Recovery, Fleet Resiliency

June 12, 2018Vehicles that run on an alternative fuel – such as biodiesel, electricity, natural gas, and propane – can help build system resiliency by diversifying an emergency response fleet if a storm or other emergency disrupts a state’s primary fuel supply.

Clean Communities of Central New York (CC of CNY)
marine industry regs

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Marine Industry Regs Could Send Shock Waves Through World Economy

June 7, 2018The slight bump in fuel prices we are experiencing now may pale in comparison to the costs consumers be paying in a year and a half.

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