By converting cars, buses, and trucks to use alternative fuels, we can actively take steps to protect the environment, improve the quality of the air we breathe, reduce our dependence on foreign oils, and create new jobs and markets in our communities. Ground level ozone pollution increases the likelihood of respiratory illnesses, headaches and crop damages. Using alternative fuels greatly reduces ozone forming emissions and exposure to toxins, and improves the air quality in our cities. Vehicles using alternative fuels reduce oil spills and run off, and improves the quality of our water supply. The Florida Gold Coast must maintain Federal air quality standards for economic and public health.
Vehicles using alternative fuels save money on fuel and maintenance costs.
Reducing the use of imported oils can decrease the national trade deficit, protect our natural resources and our economy by creating local jobs. Varies among fuel source. Power, acceleration and speed are comparable to the internal combustion, gasoline engine. Lower fuel and maintenance costs. Tax credits and exemptions.