Freightliner Cascadia 113 (CNG or LNG) Tractor
Late last month Freightliner Trucks introduced the option of ordering the Freightliner Cascadia 113-inch BBC day cab with natural gas technology. Freightliner Trucks has partnered with Cummins Westport to provide the new ISX12 G heavy-duty natural gas engine as a factory-installed, warranty-covered option. Production will begin on the Cascadia CNG ISX12 G beginning in Q1 2013.
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Dongfeng-Citroën 2012 bi-fuel Elysee CNG
Chinese automotive manufacturer Dongfeng Peugeot-Citroën Automobile has introduced its latest model compressed natural gas (CNG) bi-fuel Dongfeng Citroën Elysée. The 2012 1600 cc Elysée achieves maximum power and torque of 67kW and 120Nm respectively. The imported CNG fuel system is factory fitted.
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This Scania Swedish model will feature UK-built bodywork.
Following significant success in a number of Swedish cities and other locations around the world, Scania (Great Britain) Limited in conjunction with bodybuilder Alexander Dennis Limited is to launch a low entry gas bus into the UK. The new vehicle will be based on Scania’s KUB chassis and feature Scania’s 270 horsepower EEV (enhanced environmental friendly vehicle) 9.3-litre five-cylinder energy efficient lean burn gas engine, which offers high efficiency and low fuel consumption with no need for exhaust gas recirculation (EGR).
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MAFI terminal tractor - LNG engine available
Germany’s MAFI Transport-Systeme GmbH, manufacturer of tractors for in-plant transportation in seaports, industry, logistic and distribution centres, has developed and designed a new terminal tractor for container handling in ports. This new tractor, type T 225 or T 230, is capable of carrying a GCW (gross combination weight) of 120 t and 34 t on the 5th wheel. A wide range of engines and transmissions are optionally available, including the implementation of a new liquefied natural gas (LNG) engine.
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Opel Combo Cargo & Combo Tour
Opel has launched is latest Opel Combo, once again with the option of operating with a bi-fuel compressed natural gas (CNG) engine. The spectrum of models comprises two basic types of bodywork: those with short and long wheel bases (2,755/3,105 mm). Both types are available as a transporter variant (Cargo), either as a panel van or glazed, and as a five to seven seat version for carrying passengers (Tour).
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Dodge Caravan, now available with CNG conversion
World CNG, a company specializing in alternative fuel packaging and applications, has partnered with NatGasCar LLC, a Cleveland-based natural gas vehicle conversion systems developer, to immediately begin production on the 2011-2012 Dodge Caravan CNG. Available in both dedicated and bi-fuel models, the Dodge Caravan CNG offers fifth passenger capability and generous cargo space.
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MAN Lion City CNG 12m bus - hot country model
Commercial vehicle producer MAN Truck & Bus Middle East and Africa has taken home the award for “Enabling Technologies” for its MAN Lion’s City CNG bus at the 3rd UITP MENA Congress Awards, held in Abu Dhabi as part of the 3rd UITP Congress & Showcase 2012. Based on 100% compressed natural gas (CNG) technology, Man Lion’s City CNG bus has been especially developed for use in hot countries.
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Foton BJ6123
The Beijing Public Transport Group has procured 50 Foton Motor Fukuda Europe Fai BJ6123 liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered Clean Energy Buses for operation. According to Chinese news source Hexun.com, that number is expected to grow to 100 by end-2012 and reach around 4,000 vehicles by 2015. The implementation of LNG-fuelled public transportation is the first stage of an agreement between Beijing Municipal People’s Government and Petrochina, part of state-owned oil and gas giant China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC), to promote LNG as a clean energy fuel. The first buses will operate out of Xidan Station under the name of “728 Express”.
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GM's 2013 bi-fuel Chevrolet Silverado HD includes a CNG-capable engine
Earlier this month Chevrolet and GMC provided details of General Motors’ full-size bi-fuel models — the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 HD extended cab pickup trucks. The vehicles include a compressed natural gas (CNG) capable Vortec 6.0L V8 engine that seamlessly transitions between CNG and gasoline fuel systems. Combined, the trucks offer a range of more than 650 miles (1,000+ kms). The Silverado and Sierra will be available in standard and long box, with either two- or four-wheel drive. The gaseous option will be available in late 2012.
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Volvo VNL Daycab will feature the new Cummins Westport 12 litre natural gas engine..
Volvo Trucks North America, part of the Volvo Group, will add the Volvo VNL daycab to its range of heavy duty natural gas powered trucks. The Volvo VNL daycab offers customers a larger – 123-inch bumper-to-back-of-cab (BBC) and is rated up to 80,000 GCWR – and more robust spec than the natural-gas powered Volvo VNM daycab. Introduced in 2011, the VNM daycab features a 113-inch BBC and is rated up to 66,000 lbs. GCWR.
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The Kenworth T660 will be available with CNG/LNG 12 litre engine from 2013.
Kenworth Truck Company is expanding its line of green products by offering the Cummins Westport ISX12 G heavy duty natural gas engine for use in regional haul, vocational and refuse markets. This new engine, available early 2013, requires a single fuel source and can run on either compressed (CNG) or liquefied (LNG) natural gas, both of which are cost effective, low carbon, and low emissions fuels. The natural gas engine uses a maintenance-free, three-way catalyst and does not require a diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank, diesel particulate filter (DPF) or selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology.
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Navistar International Corporation, producer of International brand commercial and military trucks, has unveiled the International LoadStar, a severe service low cab forward work truck, at the Mid-America Trucking Showing in Louisville, Kentucky. Designed from the ground up with input from drivers and fleet managers, the LoadStar was built to serve customer needs in the waste, concrete pumping and airplane refueling markets among others. Navistar will have an optional natural gas version, using the Cummins Westport ISL-G compressed natural gas engine, available in early 2013.
(This article compiled using information from a Navistar International Corp. press release)
List includes HD Vehicles from Major Truck OEMs and 66 Honda Civics
The California Energy Commission (CEC) has approved funding to help bring as many as 357 natural gas-powered shuttle buses, cars and trucks to California’s roadways. CEC is authorised to develop and deploy alternative and renewable fuels and advanced transportation technologies to help achieve the state’s climate change policies and has issued funds under its Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program.
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Solaris Urbino 12 CNG
European bus manufacturer Solaris Bus and Coach SA, located in Owińska, Poland, has been selected by the city of Kaunas, Lithuania’s second-largest city, to supply 24 Solaris Urbino 12 CNG (compressed natural gas) buses. These standard-length low-floor city buses will enter service for municipal operator Kauno Autobusai by the end of April 2012. The buses were chosen for their environmentally friendly performance and their ability to operate on biomethane.
(This article compiled using information from a Solaris Bus and Coach SA press release)
Chrysler Canada, a wholly owned subsidiary of Chrysler Group LLC and producer of the Ram truck, has confirmed its intentions to manufacture a factory-built compressed natural gas-powered (CNG) truck, with first vehicles expected to be delivered in July this year. The Ram 2500 Heavy Duty CNG pickup is designed for fleet and commercial customers and offers cost and emissions benefits. Using CNG the engine delivers the same power, performance, and capability of a conventional Ram truck.
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