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Alternative Fuels 101: Learn the Basics

Learn the basics on alternative fuels. Find out about biodiesel, E85, hydrogen, fuel cells and electric vehicles: how they work, how they differ from conventional fuels and how alternative fuels make a difference.
Find Alt Fuel Near You
Ever wonder where to find a biofuel filling station in your neighborhood? Click into these up-to-date databases to find the closest filling stations to you.
Alternative Fuel FAQ
You've got questions, we've got answers. Stop here to get the lowdown on the most frequently asked questions about alternative fuels.
Is there any special maintenance required?
Here's the lowdown on maintaining your alternative fuel vehicle to keep it running its best.
So why aren't we all filling up with biodiesel or E85?
Yeah, we know you want to know why more people aren't using alt fuels. The answer may surprise you.
Do I have to drive differently?
Wondering if you'll have to change everything you've learned to take the wheel of an AFV? The answer may surprise you.
Can I drive an AFV in any weather?
Wondering if you'll be facing different seasonal issues if you get behind the wheel of an AFV? You'll find the answers here.
Can I get a tax rebate or incentive?
Wondering if you'll qualify for some money back if you buy an alternative fuel vehicle? Read on.
Where can I get an alternative fuel vehicle repaired?
When it comes time to repair that AFV, what will you do, where will you go? Help is here.
Is alternative fuel hard to find?
Wondering if you'll be able to find fueling stations for that new AFV? Read on.
How much does an alternative fuel vehicle cost?
Wondering if an alternative fuel vehicle will cost more than a conventional gasoline one? You've come to the right place.
Do I need a special car to use alternative fuels?
If you're wondering where to start in the search for which car runs on what, you're in the the right place.
What is a hybrid vehicle?
Start here to learn the basics about hybrid vehicles.
What is a flex-fuel vehicle?
Start here for answers about flex-fuel vehicles and how to find current FFVs that run on E85.
Got Alt fuel Questions? Start here.
This is the source for answers to your pressing questions about alternative fuels. Find biodiesel vehicles, FAQs on hybrids (do I need to plug it in?), where to buy E85 for flex-fuels, and more.
Alternative Fuels 101
Learn the basic facts on the array of alternative fuels, from biodiesel and ethanol to propane and p-series.
Frequently Asked Questions: Alternative Fuels
Find out the answers to frequently asked questions about alternative fuels.
Top 10 Reasons to Make the Switch to Alternative Fuels
Why should you change your ways and go from using traditional fuels to the alternatives? Here are the top 10 reasons to go for it.
Alternative Fuels Station Locator
Find out where the nearest alternative fuel stations are in your neighborhood.

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