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PROPANE AUTOGAS
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PROPANE AUTOGAS
AutoGas is:
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Proven:
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Clean:
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A green, clean burning alternative fuel
Substantially reduces vehicle carbon emissions without sacrificing performance
Approved alternative fuel listed in the Clean Air Act (1990) and the Energy Policy Act (1992)
Reliable:
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Over 14.6 million vehicles worldwide run on propane AutoGas
The 3rd most widely used vehicle fuel in the world behind conventional gasoline and diesel
A readily available domestic fuel
Over 90% AutoGas used in the U.S. is produced domestically, ensuring availability
Economical:
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Historically much less expensive than conventional gasoline or diesel
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CLEAN
Vehicles running on AutoGas instead of conventional gasoline show significant reductions
in greenhouse gas and other harmful emissions.
• 16% reduction in Carbon Dioxide
• 28% reduction in Carbon Monoxide
• 35.6% reduction in Hydrocarbons
• 3.7% reduction in NOx
Running a fleet on propane AutoGas means lowered emissions. Your fleet will be Green.
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RELIABLE: DOMESTICALLY PRODUCED
Around 90% of propane
AutoGas is produced here
in the U.S., reducing our
dependence on foreign oil.
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RELIABLE: AUTOGAS VEHICLES
Compared to other alternative fuel vehicles:
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Converting a vehicle to run on propane AutoGas is much less expensive than other
conversion costs or the purchase of a new hybrid or alternative fuel vehicle
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The miles/gallon range of propane is typically 85-90% that of conventional gasoline
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AutoGas offers comparable performance to conventional gasoline or diesel
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AutoGas vehicles show improved engine life as well as decreased vehicle maintenance
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COST SAVINGS
Fuel Cost Savings
Historically, propane AutoGas costs less than gasoline or diesel, and is more insulated from the price
spikes that conventional fuels experience.
Cost of Conversion and Additional Savings
The cost of conversion is dependent upon the type of vehicle (car, van, or truck) being converted and
the number of vehicles in the fleet.
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Gasoline to AutoGas conversion costs approximately $5,800.00
Potential for state, municipal and federal grants and tax incentives
Aftermarket conversion means companies can run their existing fleet on propane AutoGas
without the costly expense of new vehicle purchase
Because AutoGas has a higher octane rating and burns cleaner than gasoline, AutoGas Hybrid
Vehicles experience:
– Less-frequent Oil Changes
– Increased Engine Life
– Lowered associated vehicle downtime
BENEFITS REVISITED
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ALLLIANCE AUTOGAS IS
A national network of partners, including:
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Alliance AutoGas Certified Conversion Centers
– Provide vehicle conversions
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Blossman Gas, the largest independent propane company in the U.S.
– Fueling network and infrastructure
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American Alternative Fuels, international alternative fuel system specialists
– EPA Certification, vehicle conversion system, training, technical support
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Premier Equipment Providers
– Fuel tank, fuel dispenser
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Propane Retailers
– Fuel provision, nationwide
Did you know?
Clean, economical propane
AutoGas is the most widely used
alternative fuel in the world.
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OUR MODEL
We Provide:
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Turn-key vehicle conversion, from equipment to installation
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On-site fueling infrastructure
(AutoGas station(s) at fleet base and a network of public AutoGas stations)
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Year-round propane AutoGas fuel delivery to AutoGas station(s)
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Safety training for fleet personnel and ongoing technical support
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OUR CONVERSION SYSTEM
Bi-fuel system benefits
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Starts on conventional gasoline at ignition and immediately switches to AutoGas
If unable to reach fleet base or AutoGas station, the driver may switch back to the
vehicle’s conventional gasoline fuel supply with just the touch of a button
This versatility is critical for fleets who cannot risk operating on a single alternative
fuel to which they may not always have access
Because the AAF – Prins AutoGas system is laid in without replacing the OEM
gasoline fueling system, manufacturers’ engine warranties are not effected
Transferability
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AAF – Prins AutoGas conversion kits can be transferred from one vehicle to another
of the same make and model
Accordingly, fleets with high vehicle turnover can save substantially on conversion
hard costs when AutoGas vehicles are retired and replaced
OUR CONVERSION SYSTEM – SAFETY
Safety The AAF – Prins VSI system has multiple safety features that make it
superior to conventional gasoline:
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The Reducer, and the fuel line into the Reducer, have lock-off valves and pressure
sensors that automatically detect any drop in pressure and shut down the propane
AutoGas supply at the tank until pressure stabilizes
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Vehicles automatically operate on conventional gasoline in the event that declining
pressure in the system is detected
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Unlike conventional gasoline, which may continue to leak in the event of an accident,
propane AutoGas supply is immediately shut off if a pressure drop is detected
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Propane AutoGas vehicle tanks are tested to 4X the standard operating pressure
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The DOT-certified tanks Alliance AutoGas uses are more puncture-resistant than
conventional gasoline, methanol or ethanol vehicle tanks
SUPPORT & RELIABILITY
Alliance AutoGas provides the ongoing support to keep clean fleets on-track
and fully functional:
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Aftermarket AA+ Rated Warranty: 3-years/36,000 mi.
− With option for warranty extension
Technical & Maintenance Support
Ongoing Safety Support
Full Customer Service
Reliability: At the Core of Alliance AutoGas
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Our conversion system is provided by American Alternative Fuel, the sole North
American distributor of the Prins VSI System
− The Prins VSI System from Alliance AutoGas is efficient, proven and backed
by both a warranty and a nationwide network of support providers
Our fueling solution relies on Blossman Gas’ decades of experience and
expansive fueling infrastructure
− Plus a network of other propane retailers to provide full, nationwide coverage
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VEHICLES SUPPORTED
VEHICLES SUPPORTED
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Reduced Vehicle Maintenance
– Propane AutoGas has a very high octane rating of 105, which improves engine
life and overcomes the lower BTU rating of AutoGas compared to gasoline
– Vehicles powered by AutoGas require fewer oil changes and general engine
maintenance.
Peace of Mind with AutoGas Hybrid
– Multiple fuel tanks provide varying ranges
– Hybrid system provides peace-of-mind for fleet operators and managers in the
event of driver inability to access AutoGas fueling station
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FLEETS
ALLIANCE FLEETS
Propane AutoGas is an ideal alternative to conventional gasoline
in a variety of fleet applications including:
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Municipal and state fleets
Taxis and limousines
Law enforcement vehicles
Shuttle services
Utility vehicles
Light duty service vehicles
Delivery vehicles
Countless additional fleet applications
ALLIANCE FLEETS
Alliance works with:
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Denver Yellow Cab (a Veolia Transportation company)
Peninsula Propane
Detroit Metro Cars
The following fleets as part of several DOE Based Grants:
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Veolia- BWI, MD
Veolia Dulles, VA
Red Top Cab, VA
Regency Cab, MD
Barwood Transportation, MD
ABS Vans, VA
Greenville County, SC
Pickens County, SC
Peninsula Propane, FL
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James Madison University
Cleveland Yellow Cab, OH
Ace Taxi, OH
Columbus Green Cabs, OH
University of South Carolina, SC
Anderson County, SC
City of Greenville, SC
Veolia Dulles, VA
CASE STUDY: DENVER
Veolia Transportation:
Denver Yellow Cab
• 18,000 Gallon on-site tank
• 50 vehicles converted
• Plans to convert 50 more
• Mostly Crown Victorias
FUELING
THE ALLIANCE FUELING SOLUTION
Alliance AutoGas installs an AutoGas station at no up front cost to the fleet:
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AutoGas station installed on-site at fleet base
AutoGas station can be installed on-site in as little as two weeks.
Dispenser has a familiar “cabinet” design
Fully scalable to serve fleets of all sizes
Alliance AutoGas provides a 100% propane AutoGas fuel availability guarantee
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Blossman Gas and the Alliance partner network deliver propane year- round
to fleet base
Alliance provides the highest caliber customer service to all our fleet partners
Alliance AutoGas provides all the training fleets need:
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Operational training for drivers/employees
Safety training for operators/drivers/employees
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AUTOGAS FUELING SYSTEM DETAILS
Our integrated AutoGas fueling solution includes:
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A no-spill dispenser and a no-spill fuel handle with a traditional pistol grip
– Spill-free hardware eliminates the possibility of employee fuel pilferage
Time required for AutoGas fueling is comparable to fueling time for
conventional gasoline
AutoGas fueling dispenser will automatically shutoff when tank is full
AUTOGAS FUELING SYSTEM DETAILS
Alliance AutoGas Fueling Infrastructure
AUTOGAS FUELING SYSTEM DETAILS
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AUTOGAS FUELING SYSTEM DETAILS
A Safe System
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Propane AutoGas is a safe, proven alternative fuel
– Propane AutoGas vehicle tanks are tested to 4X their standard operating
pressure
– Properly installed AutoGas vehicle fuel tanks can actually add to the structural
integrity of a vehicle
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The on-site AutoGas fueling station has a lock-off valve that automatically shuts off
the flow of propane AutoGas at the tank if any pressure drop is detected anywhere
throughout the system
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Propane AutoGas is flammable but has a much narrower flammability range than
gasoline making unintentional combustion unlikely
OUR MODEL REVISITED
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Integrated turnkey solution
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Conversion to a certified, dynamic hybrid system
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An expansive fueling network and access to the extensive
national propane AutoGas infrastructure
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A wide variety of supported fleet vehicle models
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Training, ongoing technical support and customer service
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OUR PARTNERS
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Alliance AutoGas
Contact:
Mark Denton, V.P., Business Development
Alliance AutoGas
(251) 610-2307
mldenton@allianceautogas.com
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