PSCFC to Loan Alternative Fuel Vehicles

The Palmetto State Clean Fuels Coalition (PSCFC) will soon have alternative fuel vehicles for individuals to borrow and test drive. The Southeast Alternative Fuel Vehicle Demonstration Initiative (SADI), funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, allows PSCFC to loan vehicles that run on propane (LPG), compressed natural gas (CNG) and electricity.

The goal of the SADI program is to get alternative fuel vehicles into the hands of interested fleet managers so they can try the technology with no cost or commitment. PSCFC and its technology providers will track the vehicle usage data and report back to fleet managers with a summary of miles driven, fuel used and fuel savings based on current fuel prices. The vehicles available for demo include Nissan Leafs; Ford F-150s (CNG); Chevy 1500 pickup trucks (LPG); Bluebird school buses (CNG & LPG); Ford police sport utility vehicles (LPG); and Dodge Charger police pursuit vehicles (CNG). Each vehicle, with the exception of the Nissan Leaf, can be borrowed for up to two weeks. Vehicles will be available beginning in January. Interested fleet programs and managers are encouraged to submit inquiries and requests in advance.

For more information, including the submittal process steps, call 803-737-0411 or visit PalmettoCleanFuels.org.