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How to Improve an EV’s Fuel Economy in Winter

The effect of cold weather on fuel economy is significant. All vehicle batteries, including those in traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) cars, can be affected by low temperatures without proactive cold-weather precautions. Denser air increases drag, lower tire pressure raises rolling resistance, icy roads reduce traction, and driving at lower speeds in slick conditions further […]

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Why Alternative Fuels are Necessary for Our Health, Environment, and Economy

What are alternative fuels? Alternative fuels, vehicles, and infrastructure benefit the economy, environment, public health, and national security. These fuels can be sourced from non-petroleum and renewable resources that support domestic production and diversify the transportation fuel mix. Alternative fuels are an alternative to gasoline and diesel and their use in vehicles typically reduces emissions […]

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Gaseous Fuel Alternatives

Did you know that natural gas has been a staple fuel for fleet operations for many years? Even so, only 0.2% of U.S. natural gas production is used for transportation fuel. Natural gas is considered fossil fuel. Eons ago solar energy was captured by plants and stored by geological forces as natural gas, liquid petroleum, […]

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Fuel for Thought: Understanding Transportation Fuels and Alternatives

Until recently, when we thought about motor vehicle fuels, we thought simply in terms of gasoline or diesel fuel. These fuels were derived from crude oil and are currently used worldwide. Recently things have become more complicated with the introduction of several alternative fuels. This is one of a series of articles on alternate sources […]

American Lung Association and United Soybean Board Launch Biobased Academy Fleet Training Program

America’s fleet leaders have a new tool to support sustainability and worker health thanks to a partnership between the United Soybean Board and the American Lung Association. The ALA Biobased Academy® is a comprehensive online training program designed to educate fleet and facility professionals and technicians on the operational, health, safety, and environmental benefits of […]

Pace Makes Progress on 2040 Zero-Emission Goal – Case Study

Additional electric bus purchase approved; Facilities studies advance Pace’s strategic vision plan, Driving Innovation, includes operating a zero-emission fleet by 2040. Converting a fleet of more than 700 buses to zero emissions is a logistical challenge, but Pace is ready for the task. As the demand for electric buses far outweighs the supply, it is critical […]

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