Get in the Driver’s Seat with Autogas

Using propane as an alternative motor fuel may sound brand new to some, but it’s actually been used for nearly a century—beginning with cars in the 1920s.

Since then, propane autogas has grown to be the third most widely used motor fuel, behind only gasoline and diesel. Today, more light- and medium-duty commercial vehicles are transitioning to alternative fuels, and many of those fleets have switched over to propane autogas.

There are now hundreds of thousands of vehicles in the U.S. that have been manufactured or converted to use autogas. According to the Alternative Fuels Data Center, 60% of alternative-fuel vehicles nationwide run on propane, from buses and fleet trucks to forklifts, lawnmowers and farm tractors.

Environmental benefits of autogas

Propane autogas is widely regarded as a proven solution for fleets seeking to reduce emissions and the new ultra-low, medium-duty propane autogas engine technology dramatically reduces harmful emissions like nitrogen oxide, particulate matter and greenhouse gases.

Using clean, green autogas can also boost your business reputation. Many consumers today tend to be much more aware of environmental issues and concerned about how to be kinder to the planet we all share. Supporting cleaner energy via autogas isn’t just the right thing to do—it could draw in environmentally-conscious customers who appreciate your commitment to the environment.

Here’s another eco-friendly benefit: any potential leakage will vaporize and dissipate. This means it won’t sink into the ground and contaminate soil or ground water, as gasoline and diesel would do.

Autogas savings in New York

Converting away from gasoline or diesel to an alternative fuel like autogas doesn’t require sacrificing a fleet’s operating budget. That’s because propane autogas provides the lowest total cost of ownership of any vehicle fuel, including gasoline and diesel.

Fluctuating fuel costs can be frustrating for your business, but when you rely on propane autogas, you can generally enjoy an average savings of 30 to 40 percent per mile driven, considering both the cost of the fuel itself and expected fuel economy.

Switching to autogas in New York

If you have ever thought about transforming your fleet into a something that is more economical, more eco-friendly and more reliable, it’s all within your grasp with autogas.

Ask about converting your vehicles, setting up a propane fueling station at your property or arranging for on-site fueling on a regular schedule. Your propane company may even be able to help you qualify for alternative fuel incentives to help you save even more.