Transportation

autoPropane is the market leader in alternative fuels for the transportation sector.

It is the most effective and easiest 'Clean fuel' for fleet operators to implement - and it represents a readily available and proven solution for fleet operators in the light and light-medium duty market.

In fact, the U.S. Department of Energy predicts that propane will be the leading alternative of fuel for the 21st century.

The reason for the world-wide popularity of autoPropane are Clean and simple. Here's an overview:

autoPropane is cost effective:

• 25% less expensive than conventional gasoline
• 28% less expensive than E10 ethanol-blended gasoline
• 50% less expensive than E85 ethanol-blended gasoline
• 11% less expensive than diesel
• 9% less expensive than natural gas (Ivey 06-08)
• autoPropane pricing has been, and is likely to be, more stable than gasoline, diesel and ethanol blends well into the future (Ivey 06-08)

autoPropane is Clean

• propane is more environmentally friendly than gasoline or diesel up to 26% less greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) than conventional gasoline significantly fewer emissions of criteria air contaminants and air toxics that impact air quality and human health (Iven 06-08)
• using autoPropane instead of conventional gasoline reduces particulate matter (PM10) by 40%, nitrogen oxides by 50% and total hydrocarbon (THC) emissions by 87% (Alternative Fuels Vehicle Institute)

autoPropane makes a real difference

• moving people and goods accounts for 19% of Canada's total greenhouse gas emissions (GHG)
• converting a single high consumption vehicle (i.e. 60,000 km annually) to autoPropane instead of gasoline will reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) by approximately 1.8 tonnes (Ivey 06-08)
• convert 60,000 vehicles and reduce GHG by 240,000 tonnes
• convert 80,000 vehicles and reduce GHG by 320,000 tonnes
• convert 100,000 vehicles and reduce GHG by 400,000 tonnes

autoPropane delivers performance

• custom designed equipment for every engine platform
• >100% approved components
• vehicle starts in all weather conditions
• closed loop system ensures odour-free operation
• no horsepower loss - vehicle operation is unchanged
• no specialized maintenance equipment required

autoPropane vehicles last longer

• clean propane is high octane (103) fuel versus "premium" gasoline at 91-93 octane)
• engines can last 2-3 times longer than gasoline and diesel engines (NPGA 11-06)

autoPropane vehicles are safe

• all components of autoPropane systems are designed, approved and installed in accordance with stringent safety requirements under the jurisdiction of various government and regulatory organizations
• propane tanks are 20 times more puncture resistant than gasoline tanks (PGAC 09-08)

autoPropane is readily available for your fleet

• Sparling's installs turn-key propane refill stations - the right equipment for your specific fleet requirements
• training is available from Sparling's Instructors for your drivers - or prepare for training in-house with a Train the Trainer program from Sparling's
• autoPropane programs at Sparling's are structured to provide you with tremendous flexibility (i.e. Price Protection Plan, Pre-Buy), to Guarantee reliable propane supply and Guarantee service 24/7

autoPropane is proven

• worldwide, approximately 11 million vehicles - and growing - are running Clean and Green on high performance autoPropane (World LP Gas Association)