VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., Oct. 31, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- National clean fueling and conversion network Alliance AutoGas continues expansion of the U.S. autogas market with new certified conversion center Tidewater Import Car Service. Tidewater Import will provide affordable, EPA-certified autogas vehicle conversions as well as ongoing aftermarket service and support for Virginia fleets.
"As part of the Alliance AutoGas complete program, we're helping U.S. fleets shift to a domestically produced, high-performance clean fuel in a way that's simple and cost-effective," says Rob Torrisi, president of Tidewater Import Car Service. "One of the many benefits of propane autogas is that it has such a widespread network of conversion centers and fueling providers already in place, making it a more viable alternative fuel than many other options on the market today."
Tidewater Import will service a variety of fleet vehicles as a certified autogas conversion center, utilizing the bi-fuel Prins VSI system from co-founding Alliance AutoGas partner American Alternative Fuel.
"The addition of new Alliance AutoGas conversion centers like Tidewater Import illustrates the growing adoption of propane autogas in the transportation industry," says Stuart Weidie, president of Alliance AutoGas and founder of industry coalition, Autogas for America. "For convenience, power and affordability, autogas is simply the best clean fuel solution for American fleets."
Autogas helps fleets save money on several fronts. Not only is autogas around $1 per gallon cheaper than gasoline, it burns cleaner, so fleets also save on reduced maintenance costs. Alliance AutoGas installs on-site fueling stations at no up-front cost, and many Alliance fleets have seen a return on their investment within a year of running on autogas.
Powering fleets on autogas significantly reduces emissions without sacrificing vehicle performance. Vehicles running on autogas refuel as quickly as gasoline vehicles, compared to an alternative fuel like compressed natural gas, which can take hours to refuel.
About Tidewater Import Car Service
Tidewater Import Car Service has served the Virginia Beach area since 1984, specializing in Honda and Acura vehicle maintenance. From oil changes, to transmission service, to vehicle inspections, to regularly scheduled maintenance tune-ups, Tidewater Import helps drivers avoid unexpected breakdowns and expensive repairs. Tidewater Import now offers propane autogas vehicle conversions as part of the Alliance AutoGas complete program. Visit www.tidewaterimportcarvabeach.com for more information.
About Alliance AutoGas
Alliance AutoGas enables fleet managers nationwide to use clean, economical, American-made autogas through vehicle conversions, on-site fueling and ongoing safety training and technical support. The growing Alliance network currently spans 34 states across the nation. Learn more at: www . allianceautogas . com . For general questions, contact David Finder, National Energy Programs Manager, dmfinder @ allianceautogas . com or (828) 251-0027.
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