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ELECTRIC GRAND PRIX CORP. 364 Lanning Road, Honeoye Falls, NY 14472-9741 Tel./Fax. 585-624-8182 e-mail: pheaney@att.net |
| AFV News Articles and Information: Propane Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers The April issue of BUTANE-PROPANE NEWS (BPN) contains an article, “Propane Can Clear the Air for Commercial Mowing Industry” by John Needham. In the article Mr. Needham provides some rather interesting details relating to zero-turn lawn mowers especially those fueled by propane. In his opening paragraph the author states, “The Outdoor Power Equjipment Institute (OPEI) forcasts 230,000 zero-turn commercial lawn mowers will be shipped this year. … To date, propane accounts for only a sliver of the fuel used to power these units …” The Propane Education and Research Council (PERC) conservatively estimates that each of these propane fueled mowers will consume approximately 750 to 900 gallons of propane per year. Each of these propane fueled mowers will displace a similar amount of gasoline with a fuel that has proven to be cheaper, will extend run time between refueling, (And lower mower maintenance costs and may lead to increased time between oil changes. – ed.) along with being environmentally much more friendly than gasoline or diesel units. Mr. Needham goes on to say that PERC points out, “Using propane-powered mowers saves (the owning entity) money and (protects) the environment because propane engines run clean without sacrificing performance, delivering about 20% saving on fuel costs over gasoline (even more over diesel – ed.) while reducing hydrocarbon emissions by nearly 70%.” Currently more than 30 manufacturers offer approximately 513 gasoline-fueled models, 69 diesel models and 16 models fueled by propane. To obtain accurate comparison results PERC is working with the University of Tennessee to operate two (presumably similar) zero-turn commercial mowers, one fueled by propane and the other by gasoline, for a two-year side-by-side study. Performance, emissions, and economics will be compared and analyzed. The mowers were provided by the EnviroGard division of Onyx Environmental Solutions in Monroe, N.C. The EPA and California Air Resources Board-certified EnviroGard propane mowers feature Onyx Environmental Solutions’ patented vapor fuel system and Manchester Tank’s patented fuel tank. The propane tank contains internal baffles that prevent liquid propane from sloshing into the vapor lines during operation of the mower, especially in rough terrain. It should also be noted that Kawasaki maintains the full engine manufacturer’s warranty when Onyx fuel system is installed on one of its engines for this application. (I understand that refueling may be accomplished either by tank exchange or by local refueling from a bulk tank. – ed.) Currently there are 40 EnviroGard dealerships across the United States. Jim Coker, president of Onyx Environmental, is quoted, “Commercial mowers run an estimated six to eight hours a day. … We calculate that if by 20012 there were 20,000 mowers running on propane, it would represent a $200-million annual load.” (This would certainly have a small but positive effect on reducing the annual domestic consumption of gasoline. – ed.) For more information, visit the EnviroGard web site: www.envirogard.com An Interesting Article About EV and HEV Batteries: Design News has published an article about batteries for electric vehicles and hybrid-electric vehicles. I found that this informative article provides a great deal of information about the current state of battery technology. If you would like to read this article, please click on the following link.
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Design News Magazine, an article about EV battery technology.
Availability of E-85 (85% ethanol + 15% gas) Fuel in Rochester Area:
Did you know that the Associated Press has
reported that a second gas station
in the greater Rochester area is to start selling 85% ethanol fuel? The
second station is Mobil Mart on Brooks Avenue that is obtaining its E-85
from Western New York Energy LLC in Medina, NY. Price is expected to be
$2.60 a gallon. The Mobil 12 Corners station in Brighton also is
selling E-85. Rochester area has two of the approximately 700
nationwide stations selling E-85. Purchasers should be cautioned that
not all gasoline fueled vehicles are prepared for E-85 and that the
dealer or owner's manual should be consulted to make sure that the
vehicle has been constructed to be compatible with E-85.
EGP NEWS: On Tuesday, 8 APR 08 I had the opportunity to attend the Genesee Region Clean Communities' outreach event, "E-85 Technical Workshop" at the Rochester Institute of Technology's Inn and Conference Center here in Rochester, NY. Please visit the "Editor's Page" to read a review on the ethanol fuel presentations. Paul. Please e-mail pheaney@att.net if you have any questions or suggestions. ----------------------------------------------------- Click Below For Additional Web Pages Open Letters Sent To Editors of Publications Reviews of Presentations Attended by Author Go To Guide to Buying New or Used Green Cars Read Discussions about Energy and Our Future Energy Educational Information New York State Electric Auto Assn. (EV Club) EGP Editor's Page EGP Presentations 080530 |
Electric Grand Prix Corporation History and Background: The ELECTRIC GRAND PRIX CORP. (EGP) is a tax exempt 501(c)(3) not for profit organization dedicated to the support and stimulation of the technical innovation required to develop electric vehicle technology and all other form of alternate fueled vehicle technology to a practical level, maintenance of this web site, providing presentations and demonstrations, helping to find answers to inquiries, helping others with grant requests and support for the U. S. Dept. of Energy's Clean Cities program. (EGP founded the Genesee Region Clean Communities coalition in Rochester, New York, and supported the position of Regional Coordinator for approximately 15 years.) Until the year 2006 we have operated the Electric Cobra (pictured on this page) at numerous events and presentations. It has been viewed by actually hundreds of thousands of individuals. It has also appeared on several television programs such as NEWTON'S APPLE. It has also appeared on news programs and been included in segments appearing on the Rochester Public Television channel, WXXI. Donations to help support the efforts of the Electric Grand Prix Corp. are tax deductible. And, if desired, donors will be recognized on this web site. In addition to the above we have been publishing email listings of internet links to articles of interest to those involved in the field of alternative fuel technology. (Any individual or organization interested in being placed on the address list to receive these emails should provide contact information <email address> to Paul Heaney and the names provided will be added to distribution.) Distribution lists will never be shared with any other entity.
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