Extreme Winter Weather doesn’t halt propane bus operations
In the midst of one of the most extreme winters in recent memory, with millions of Americans facing sub-zero temperatures, many public and private businesses are reminded that not all transportation technology can withstand the demands of harsh winter weather.
Different fuels perform better in cold weather, which is why we’re seeing a significant shift in the market toward adopting a diversified fuel strategy that allows fleets to overcome challenges like prohibitive costs, infrastructure issues, range anxiety and downtime.
During cold-weather months, propane vehicles across North America prove year-after-year that they thrive in below-zero temperatures, offering unaided cold-weather starts to -40 degrees Fahrenheit. They also warm up quickly, providing a comfortable ride for drivers and passengers.
Why? Because with ROUSH CleanTech’s propane autogas technology, propane remains in a liquid state until it reaches the cylinder. This cutting-edge advancement alleviates cold-weather start issues associated with vapor technology propane systems of the past.
Transportation directors across the U.S. and Canada continue to share that, in cold weather conditions, buses fueled by propane autogas start and operate better than their diesel and EV counterparts, where the fuel may gel or range may be compromised. See for yourself how this school bus starts up in -41 degrees after sitting for two days. Read about how three school districts across North America continue to rely on propane’s outstanding operations in harsh winter weather. Or, listen to one school transportation director’s testimonial on how her district’s propane buses have lived up to their promise of dependable cold-weather performance.
Stay warm, spring is around the corner!
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