Alternative Fuel Vehicles
2011 Alternative Fuel Vehicle Awareness Month
Alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs), as defined by the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPAct), include any dedicated (single-fuel), flexible-fuel, or dual-fuel vehicle designed to operate on at least one alternative fuel. Alternative fuel vehicles come in a variety of vehicle models such as sedans, pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, vans, shuttle buses, medium-duty vehicles (such as delivery trucks), heavy-duty buses, and heavy-duty trucks. AFVs can easily be used in consumer or fleet applications, and incentives are available to make them cost effective for both.
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Use these pages to view current alternative fuel vehicle models and learn about their specifications, costs, and availability. You can learn about where to purchase, fuel, and maintain AFVs as well.
Maintenance
Because AFVs are cleaner burning than traditionally fueled vehicles, there is less wear and tear on your engine. But should you need a trained technician for your AFV, all you need to do is return the vehicle to your AFV certified local auto dealer. AFVs come with full warrantees and maintenance agreements -just like any other vehicle. In the case of up-fits/conversions, you should ask for, and expect warranties as well.
NOTES to CNG vehicle owners:
High-pressure tanks that hold CNG require periodic inspection and certification by a licensed inspector. Find a certified cylinder inspector on the CSA - International Web site.
Some natural gas vehicle manufacturers now recommend oil changes at intervals twice as long as similar gasoline or diesel models (10,000-12,000 miles). Refer to the vehicle owner's manual or consult the manufacturer to determine proper maintenance intervals.
Conversions
Conversions of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) vehicles altered to operate on propane, natural gas, methane gas, ethanol, or electricity are classified as aftermarket alternative fuel vehicle (AFV) conversions. In the United States, all vehicle conversions (except pure battery electric vehicles) must meet current applicable U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards. EPA instituted these standards to assure unimpaired emission control of motor vehicles throughout their useful life. Vehicles operating in California must follow conversion rules issued by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
Thinking of converting a vehicle to natural gas? Read this first.
Each year a growing number of vehicle engines can be fitted with federally-certified conversion kits that will allow a vehicle to operate on natural gas or propane. These kits typically are “engine specific.” The best way to know if your engine qualifies is to contact one of three conversion shops located along the Wasatch Front in Salt Lake and Davis counties.
EPA certified conversion companies in Utah
Lancer Automotive Group
3687 South 300 West
Salt Lake City UT 84115
801-268-8863
www.lancerautogroup.com
Go Natural
2023 S. 625 W.
Woods Cross UT 84087
www.gonaturalcng.com
SemiService
4285 West 1385 South
Salt Lake City UT
(801) 355-9255
www.semiservice.com
Guy's Automaster Inc.
583 North 3050 E. #6 (in back)
St. George, Utah 84790
shop: 435-627-9212
www.autorepairstgeorge.com
Certified Honda Civic GX dealers
- Willey Honda: 2215 South 500, West Bountiful (801-295-4477)
- Ensign Honda: 1945 North Mail, Logan (435-752-5636)
- Larry H. Miller Honda: 4646 South State Street, Murray (801-262-3331)
- Ken Garff Honda Ogden: 950 West Riverdale Road, Ogden (801-627-6701)
- Ken Garff Honda Orem: 115 East University Parkway, Orem (801-714-2200)
- Ken Garff Honda 64 East 900 South, Salt Lake City (801-526-1700)
- Stockton to Malone Honda: 10860 South Auto Mall Drive, Sandy (801-553-5100)
- Stephen Wade Honda: 1630 Hilton Drive, St. George (435-628-6100)