Each week, check out our Green Fleet E-newsletter to keep up to date with alternative fuel trends, green technology innovations, environmental regulation updates and fuel efficiency best practices.

Aug 31, 2010
Nissan Partners With Hawaii for EV Development
HONOLULU - Nissan North America and the state of Hawaii announced a partnership to advance zero-emission mobility by promoting the development of electric vehicles, as well as an electric-vehicle charging network, throughout the state. Read full story

Aug 31, 2010
Calif. Carpool Lane Perks Expanded for 'Green' Cars
SACRAMENTO, CA - California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger on Aug. 30 signed into law a measure expanding the list of low-emission cars that qualify for permits to use carpool lanes, the Los Angeles Times reported. Read full story

Aug 31, 2010
Ridenour to Become UQM Technologies CEO in Dec.
LONGMONT, CO - UQM Technologies Inc., a developer of alternative energy technologies, has appointed Eric Ridenour, former chief operating officer of the Chrysler Group, to the position of president and chief operating officer. Ridenour will join UQM on Sept. 1 and later assume the position of CEO on Dec. 1, the company said. Read full story

Aug 31, 2010
Study: Regulations Will Drive LPG/CNG Vehicle Market
LONDON - According to a new study, stringent carbon dioxide (CO2) emission norms, government regulations, and ecological standards will be the key drivers for the growth of liquefied petroleum gas/compressed natural gas (LPG/CNG) vehicles in developed countries, particularly in the European Union (EU). Read full story

Aug 31, 2010
ATA to Appeal Latest 'Clean Trucks' Ruling in L.A.
LOS ANGELES - A federal judge ruled Aug. 26 that the Port of Los Angeles can fully implement its Clean Trucks Program, including a controversial provision that restricts the types of truckers that can enter port terminals, the Daily Breeze newspaper reported. Read full story

Aug 31, 2010
EV-Charge America Station Opens in Nashville
NASHVILLE - A new electric vehicle charging station opened for business Aug. 27 in Nashville, the Tennessean newspaper reported. Read full story

Aug 31, 2010
Ford Partners With Seattle to Prepare for EVs
SEATTLE - Ford Motor Co. and the city of Seattle on Aug. 26 announced a partnership to help prepare the city for the operation of electric vehicles. Read full story

Aug 31, 2010
Pricing Announced for CNG Express & Savana Vans
DETROIT - The fully integrated and dedicated compressed natural gas (CNG) option, available this fall for Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size vans, will be priced at $15,910 MSRP. Read full story

Aug 31, 2010
New Fuel Economy Labels Proposed by EPA & DOT
WASHINGTON - Two new fuel economy labels are proposed, one of which features a letter grade to communicate the vehicle's overall fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions performance. Read full story

Aug 31, 2010
Fleet Case Study & Propane Benefits Presented at NAFA Chapter Mtg.
CERRITOS, CA - Featured speakers at the Aug. 24 NAFA Pacific Southwest Chapter meeting included Jeff Hurrell from Hewlett-Packard; Todd Mouw from ROUSH; and Terry Karges from Ferrellgas. Read full story