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ReFUeLReFUeL
Also In This I s sue:New Feature: Did you know?Welcome New and Returning MembersQuestion of the Month: Where to find fueling stations
“Driving Wisconsin Forward”
JanUaRy 2012 | Wisconsin cLean cities - soUtheast aRea | MonthLy neWsLetteR
What’s NeW iN 2012?
© General Motors
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Help us demonstrate the progress we’ve made as a coalition towardreducing the regions’ dependence on petroleum. The survey will askyou to report on your fuel usage, mileage, new stations, and typesof technologies used in 2011.
It’s Time...
take it today! www.wicleancities.org
for our annual survey!
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ReFUEL is Wisconsin Clean Cities - Southeast Area’s (WCC-SEA) monthly
coalition newsletter.
WCC-SEA is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3), organization, and is one of nearly 100 Clean Cities coalitions across the U.S. WCC-SEA works to reduce emissions,
encourage the use of alternative fuels and alternative fuel vehicles, and develop the
refueling infrastructure necessary to sustain the industry.
If you would like to contribute to ReFUEL, please contact Lorrie Lisek at
[email protected] or call 414-221-4958.
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Did you know?Clean Cities dates back to 1988
Welcome New and Returning Members
Question of the MonthWhere to find alternative fueling stations
What’s new in 2012?A look at new models from all the major manufacturers
ContentsPage 7
Page 9
Page 10
Page 11
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Are you a member yet?Start making an impact by joining
Wisconsin Clean Cities today!
It’s al l about improving quality of l ife for the people l iving in Wisconsin. WCC-SEA relies on support from our members. Dues and corporate memberships enable WCC-SEA to hold meetings, sponsor educational workshops, and provide vital outreach materials.
What can WCC-SEA do for you?• Networking opportunities with fleets & industry partners with experience in alternative fuels & advanced vehicles• Technical training, workshops, and webinars• Information resources on alternative fuels, advanced vehicles, idle
reduction, and other technologies that reduce petroleum use• Individual consultation and technical assistance• Funding opportunities from the U.S. Department of Energy, state and
local government agencies, nonprofits, and foundations• Public recognition for progress in reducing petroleum consumption• Assistance with media outreach
Join today! Visit www.wicleancities.org/join.php, email [email protected], or call 414-221-4958.
Diamond and Gold Members:
Clean Cities dates back to the Alternative Motor Fuels Act of 1988 and the Clean Air Act Amend-ments of 1990. These laws, which encouraged the production and use of alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) and the reduction of vehicle emissions, led to the creation of the Alternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicles Data Center (AFDC) in 1991. The AFDC’s mission was to collect, analyze, and distribute data used to evaluate alternative fuels and vehicles.
In 1992, the enactment of the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPAct) required certain vehicle fleets to acquire AFVs. Subsequently, DOE created Clean Cities in 1993 to provide informational, technical, and financial resources to EPAct-regulated fleets and voluntary adopters of alternative fuels and vehicles. Wisconsin Clean Cities - Southeast Area was one of the first coalitions as it was founded in 1994 as a voluntary, nonprofit organization. Today, nearly 100 different Clean Cities coalitions exist across the United States.
The AFDC became and continues to be the clearinghouse for these resources. Its sister website, FuelEconomy.gov, provides consumers with information on emissions, fuel economy, and energy impact of all vehicles, based on vehicle data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The site also provides tips for drivers on maximizing fuel efficiency. FuelEconomy.gov was created in response to DOE’s requirement under the 1975 Energy Policy and Conservation Act to publish and distribute an annual fuel economy guide for consumers.
Did you know?Clean Cit ies dates back to 1988
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Clean Cities Coalitions Winnipeg Western
Washington
North Dakota Capital District Columbia-Willamette
Central New York Vermont Maine
Genesee Region Granite State Twin Cities Yellowstone-Teton Rogue Valley Treasure Valley Western New York Massachusetts
Wisconsin Ocean State Lansing SE Area Detroit New Connecticut* NE Ohio Jersey Long Island
Eastern Sierra Iowa Chicago Ann Pittsburgh New York City and Sacramento Regional Northern Colorado Arbor South Shore Lower Hudson Valley
East Bay Philadelphia Greater Indiana San Francisco Utah Denver Clean West Delaware Kansas Silicon Valley City Fuels Ohio Virginia State of Maryland
San Joaquin Southern Colorado St. Louis Washington DC Valley Commonwealth Las Vegas Virginia
Central Coast CC Partnership Antelope Valley Southern California Middle Triangle
Central Tulsa Tennessee Los Angeles Western Riverside County East Centralina Oklahoma Long Beach Arkansas Tennessee
Coachella Valley of Palmetto Land of San Diego Region Valley the Sun Atlanta State Enchantment Region Alabama Tucson Dallas/Ft. Worth Middle Georgia
Honolulu Houston/ Baton Rouge Central Texas Galveston Southeast Space Coast Alamo Area Louisiana
* Connecticut Clean Cities Include:Gold Coast – Norwich
– New Haven – Connecticut Southwestern Area – Capitol Clean Cities of Connecticut Map Date - 09/29/11
Wisconsin Clean CitiesTentative 2012 Schedule of Events
Visit our events page at www.wicleancities.org to stay up-to-date and view more information about these events.
To receive event announcements, contact us to be added to our email list at [email protected] or call 414-221-4958.
January18-19: Wisconsin Bus Propane Show
February2-3: Knapheide Conference
8: Ag Day at the Capitol22: ReFUEL Series - Propane
29: ReFUEL Series - What is Clean Cities?
March5-8: National Truck Equipment Association Confer-
ence7-9: Green Energy Summit
26-28: Energy Independence Days
AprilTBA: Green Vehicles Workshop
May18: ReFUEL Series - Ethanol & Biodiesel
June15-17: MREA Annual Energy Fair
20: ReFUEL Series - Idle & Emissions Reduction
July - DecemberTBA
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W e l c o m enew an
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returningMembers
Paper TransportInternational Motorwerks
Time Transport, Inc.ANGI Energy Systems
Cummins NPower
OPPORTUNITY FOR CLEAN CITIES MEMBERS:Discounted pricing of $159.00
Includes: access to the Green Truck Summit, a pre-paid admission pass to all three days of the Work Truck Show and one complimentary ticket to one
Work Truck Show educational session of your choice
To get this deal, register by February 17, 2012.Contact WCC-SEA to receive the registration form and more information.
Call 414-221-4958 or email [email protected].
A: Owning, leasing, or renting an alternative fuel or advanced technology vehicle can be very rewarding. However, what if the trip is further than down the street, or even across several states? One of the greatest inconveniences would be running out of fuel midway through the trip with nowhere to fuel. Listed below are just a few resources available to drivers to find locations of stations for their fuel of choice.
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Quest ion of the MonthQ: Where can I find locations of alternative fueling stations?
Alternative Fuels & Advanced Vehicles Data Center Station LocatorThe AFDC’s Alternative Fueling Station Locator is very user friendly and is great for users of any level of computer knowledge. Drivers can use the basic search by simply choosing the fuel type and zip code for the travel area. To get more specific results, drivers can also use the advanced search that allows the user to choose the type of station and payment method. The site additionally has links to maps for truckstop electrification, biomass resources, and geographic data, analysis and trends.
Alt Fuel Prices.com This site allows users to search for alternative fueling stations as well as listed prices for the fuel. Similar to the AFDC’s Alternative Fueling Station Locator, users can enter the zip code, or city and state, in addition to selecting the fuel type, to search for stations. The site also provides a trip planner for drivers. The most useful feature of Alt Fuel Prices.com are the pop-up windows for each sta-tion location on the map. The pop-up windows feature the name of the station, address, phone number, price and date the price was updated, and comments that outline station reliability, or details on a station that is hard to find. In fact, by clicking on the date listed, users can view a graph of past prices. This tool is fairly simple to use and can be used by users of any level of computer knowledge.
National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s TransAtlasThe TransAtlas is an advanced mapping tool for stations of all alternative fuel types. It has a map of the entire United States and can zoom in to street level. Addition-ally, it allows the user to view vehicle density and produc-tion facilities. For waivered fleets, it lists station locations by fleet type. It is a more complicated tool and less user friendly than the AFDC’s Alternative Fueling Station Loca-tor or Alt Fuel Prices.com. It should be used by people with higher levels of computer knowledge.
It’s a new year and a new crop of vehicles are available, whether you are looking for your next purchase or want to check out the hottest new models for 2012. Listed below is a brief summary of what models are available for all the major manufacturers and for all alternative fuel types. For a full listing, visit http://www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/pdfs/my2012_afv_atv.pdf, or the manufac-turer’s websites listed under each section.
BentleyTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.bentleymotors.com/.
Fuel Type Model Emission
Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
E85Continental Flying Spur Tier 2 Bin 5 6.0L/12 Cyl 13/19, 17/27 $184,200
Continental GT (pictured) Tier 2 Bin 5 6.0L/12 Cyl 8/12, 14/19 $189,900
BMWTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.bmwusa.com/ and click “Explore Ac-tiveHybrids” under “7”.
Fuel Type Model Emission Class Engine
Fuel EconomyCty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
Hybrid & Electric ActiveHybrid 750i, 750Li Tier 2 Bin 5 4.4L, 8 Cyl 17/24 $97,000
What’s New in 2012?A look at the new models from al l the major vehicle manufacturers
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If you won the lottery, which 2012 vehicle would you buy?“Of course all the Porsche vehicles are hot, but I would go with the Tesla Model S electric vehicle.”
If you had to purchase a new vehicle right now, which 2012 model would you choose?“I would go with CNG; the Honda Civic NGV.”Emily DeVillers
Program Associate
Chr yslerTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.chryslergroupllc.com/en-us/Pages/Home.aspx, and click the make listed at the top of the page.
Fuel Type Make Model Emission
Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
E85
Chrysler 300 Tier 2 Bin 5 3.6L/6 Cyl 13/19, 18/27 $28,170Dodge Avenger Tier 2 Bin 4 3.6L/6 Cyl 14/21, 19,29 $18,995Jeep Grand Cherokee Tier 2 Bin 4 3.6L/6 Cyl 13/17, 17/23 $27,490Ram Ram 1500 Tier 2 Bin 4 4.7L/8 Cyl 10/12, 14/19 $21,475
B20 Ram 2500/3500 HD(pictured) Fed. HD 1 6.7L/8 Cyl n/a $28,430
FordTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.ford.com/.
Fuel Type Make Model Emission
Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
E85 Ford F-150 Tier 2 Bin 4 5.0L/8 Cyl 11/15, 15/21 $22,990
Hybrid & Electric
Ford Focus EV ZIV, Tier 2 Bin 1
105 kW e-motor
est. 100 mi/charge
23 kWh Battery$39,200
FordTransit Connect
(Azure Dynamics) (pictured)
Zev, Tier 2 Bin 1
105 kW e-motor
55/54 kWh/100 mi
62/62 MPGe$22,035
Ford Fusion HEV LEV II SULEV Tier 2 Bin 3 2.5L, 4Cyl 41/36 $20,200
Lincoln MKZ HEV LEV II SULEV Tier 2 Bin 3 2.5L, 4 Cyl 41/36 $34,755
CNG/LPG Ford E-150, E-250, E-350 n/a 5.4L or 6.8L n/a $28,760
B20 Ford Super Duty F-250/F-350 Fed H.D. 6.7L/8 Cyl
Diesel n/a $29,455
General MotorsTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.gm.com/content/gmcom/home/ve-hicles/browseByType.html.
Fuel Type Make Model Emission
Class EngineFuel EconomyCty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
E85
Buick LaCrosse FWD/AWD n/a 3.6L/6 Cyl 13/19, 17/27 $29,960 - $38,270
CadillacSRX Crossover
2WD/AWD(pictured)
n/a 3.6L/6 Cyl 12/18, 17/24 $35,185
Chevrolet Equinox FWD/AWD Tier 2 Bin 4 3.0L/6 Cyl 12/18, 17/24 $23,450 - $30,890
GMC Yukon Denali/Denali SL 2WD/4WD Tier 2 Bin 5 6.2L/8 Cyl 10/14, 14/18 $54,705
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Fuel Type Make Model Emission
Class EngineFuel EconomyCty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
Hybrid & Electric
Chevrolet Volt (PHEV) SULEV
16 kWh battery/ 1.4L
engine generator
36/37 kWh/100 mi35/40 Gasoline
95/93 MPGe$39,145
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (HEV) Tier 2 Bin 5 6.0L/V8 20/23 $39,265
Cadillac Escalade HEV Tier 2 Bin 5 6.0L/V8 20/23 $73,850GMC Sierra 1500 HEV Tier 2 Bin 5 6.0L/V8 20/23 $39,095
CNG GMC Savana 2500/3500(pictured) Tier 2 Bin 5 6.0L/8 Cyl n/a $25,090 -
$28,940
B20 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD 2WD/4WD n/a 6.6L/8 Cyl n/a $21,945
HondaTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://automobiles.honda.com/alternative-fuel-vehicles/.
Fuel Type Model Emission Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
Hybrid & Electric
Civic HEV LEV II AT-PZIV Tier 2 Bin 2 1.5L/4 Cyl 44/44 $24,050
CR-Z HEV(pictured)
LEV II AT-PZEV Tier 2 Bin 2 1.5L/4 Cyl 31/37 $19,545
CNG Civic NGV LEV II AT-PZEV Tier 2 Bin 2 1.8L/4 Cyl 24/36 (MPGe) $26,155
HyundaiTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.hyundaiusa.com/.
Fuel Type Model Emission Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
Hybrid & Electric
Sonata HEV(pictured) LEV II SULEV Tier 2 Bin 2 2.4L/4 Cyl 35/40 $25,850
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If you won the lottery, which 2012 vehicle would you buy?“I would like the Bentley Supersport.”
If you had to purchase a new vehicle right now, which 2012 model would you choose?“If I had to, it would be the Hyundia Sonata hybrid. But I would really like any Lexus too!”Lorrie LisekExecutive Director
Inf ini t iTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.infinitiusa.com/m/hybrid/.
Fuel Type Model Emission Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
Hybrid & Electric M HEV LEV II ULEV Tier 2 Bin 5 3.5L/6 Cyl 27/32 $47,700
KiaTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.kia.com/#/optima-hybrid/explore/.
Fuel Type Model Emission Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
Hybrid & Electric Optima HEV LEV II SULEV 2.4L/I-4 35/40 $26,500
LexusTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.lexus.com/.
Fuel Type Model Emission Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
Hybrid & Electric
HS HEV LEV II SULEV Tier 2 Bin 3 2.5L/4 Cyl 35/34 $37,030
RX AWD HEV LEV II SULEVTier 2 Bin 3 3.5L/6 Cyl 30/28 $45,235
LS L HEV LEV II SULEVTier 2 Bin 3 5.0L/8 Cyl 19/23 $112,750
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Mercedes-BenzTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/vehicles.
Fuel Type Model Emission Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
E85 C300 4MATIC(pictured)
Tier 2 Bin 5 LEVII LEV 3.0L/6 Cyl 13/18, 18/25 $38,020
Hybrid & Electric S400 HEV LEV II SULEV
Tier 2 Bin 4 3.5L/6 Cyl 19/25 $91,850
MitsubishiTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.mitsubishicars.com/normal/.
Fuel Type Model Emission Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
Hybrid & Electric MiEV EV CARB ZEV
Tier 2 Bin 1 66 kW e-motor 27/34 kWh/100 mi126/99 MPGe $21,625
NissanTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.nissanusa.com/.
Fuel Type Model Emission Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
E85 Armada 2WD/4WD LEVII LEV Tier 2 Bin 5 5.6L/8 Cyl 9/13, 12/19 (2WD) $38,790
Hybrid & Electric
Leaf EV(pictured)
CARB ZEVTier 2 Bin 1 80 kW e-motor 32/37 kWh/100 mi
106/92 MPGe $32,780
If you won the lottery, which 2012 vehicle would you buy?“I would definitely go for the Mercedes-Benz S400 hybrid.”
If you had to purchase a new vehicle right now, which 2012 model would you choose?“I really like the Honda CR-Z hybrid. I actually hope to purchase it this year.”Heather GoetschGraduate Intern
PorscheTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.porsche.com/usa/models/.
Fuel Type Model Emission Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
Hybrid & Electric
Cayenne S HEV LEV II ULEV Tier 2 Bin 5 3.0L/6 Cyl 20/24 $69,000
Panamera S HEV(pictured)
LEV II ULEV Tier 2 Bin 5 3.0L/6 Cyl 22/30 $95,000
TeslaTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.teslamotors.com/.
Fuel Type Model Emission Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
Hybrid & Electric Model S EV CARB ZEV
Tier 2 Bin 5 n/a e-motor est. 300 mi/charge $49,900
ToyotaTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.toyota.com/.
Fuel Type Model Emission Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
E85Tundra 4WD Tier 2 Bin 5 5.7L/V8 10/13, 13/17 $25,155
In states where available, all 4x4 5.7L V8 models are FFVs that can run on E85.
Hybrid & Electric
Camry HEV LEV II AT PZEVTier 2 Bin 3 2.4L/4 Cyl 31/35 $21,955
Prius V HEV(pictured)
LEV II AT PZEVTier 2 Bin 3 1.8L/4 Cyl 44/40 $26,400
Highlander AWD HEV LEV II SULEVTier 2 Bin 3 3.5L/6 Cyl 28/28 $28,090
Prius Plug-In PHEV LEV II AT PZEVTier 2 Bin 3
1.8L/4 Cyl4.4 kWh Battery
87 MPGe49 mpg $32,000
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VolkswagenTo view greater detail and more vehicles, visit http://www.vw.com/en/models.html.
Fuel Type Model Emission Class EngineFuel Economy
Cty/Hwy on Alt Fuel/Gasoline
Starting MSRP*
E85 Routan Tier 2 Bin 4 3.6L/6 Cyl 12/18, 17/25 $32,010Hybrid & Electric Touareg HEV Tier 2 Bin 5 3.0L/6 Cyl 20/24 $61,410
TDI Clean Diesel
Jetta Tier 2 Bin 5 2.0L/6 Cyl 30/42 $22,525Golf (4-door) Tier 2 Bin 5 2.0L/6 Cyl 30/42 $24,695
Passat Tier 2 Bin 5 2.0L 31/43 $25,995
*Starting MSRP is the basic model listing on the manufacturer’s website.
For more information about vehicles, v is i t :
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Find and Compare vehicles: http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.shtml
General information about vehicles and vehicle searcheshttp://www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/vehicles/index.html
Information about tax credits: http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/taxcenter.shtml