Information related to energy technology in transportation, including innovative propulsion methods, alternative energy sources, and means of improving energy efficiency in transport.
Information resource on alternative fuels (propane or LPG, natural gas, hydrogen, methanol, ethanol, biodiesel), hybrid electric vehicles, batteries and fuel cells. catf.bcresearch.com
Comprehensive. Covers EV conversions, batteries and fuel cells, U.S. Gov research sites, university projects, regional associations and manufacturers. www.vwc.edu/library_tech/wwwpages/gnoe/avd.htm
A complete alternative fuel vehicle (afv) resource including a buyers guide, alternative fuel station locators, state and federal funding list, current alternative fuel prices, laws, events and news. Specific areas of focus are CNG, hybrids, ethanol, meth www.valleycleancities.org
Ranks cars and trucks according to environmental friendliness. Using this consumer guide, buyers can compare cars, vans, pickups, and sport utility vehicles by their environmental impacts, including air pollution, global warming, and fuel efficiency. www.greenercars.com
Proposes that cars should use boron as a fuel for propulsion and asserts that boron is a safer fuel than hydrogen or gasoline. www.eagle.ca/~gcowan/boron_blast.html
Performs research in advanced automotive technologies such as hybrid electric vehicles, emissions reduction, and clean diesel engines. www.transportation.anl.gov
A hybrid-drive braking system designed for the heavy transport industry that recovers braking energy thus increasing fuel efficiency. www.permo-drive.com.au
New University of North Texas car uses cryogenic heat engine fueled/powered by liquid nitrogen: summary, FAQ, power train closeup, engine gas flow diagram. www.mtsc.unt.edu/CooLN2Car.html
Information about advanced transportation technology development, particularly in California, including electric, natural gas, and hybrid electric vehicles; intelligent transportation technologies; and clean ferries. www.calstart.org
Research and development on transportation energy and environmental issues, national transportation planning and policy, and transportation systems engineering. www-cta.ornl.gov/cta
Gives information about less polluting fuels. Page includes a vehicle buyer's guide and information about the different types of fuels. www.eere.energy.gov/afdc