The experiences of 26 groups from 15 different states that have tested alcohol fuel blends in their fleet vehicles under various controlled conditions are summarized. While most tests were performed using alcohol fuel blends in vehicles during normal operations, a few groups also tested a control set of vehicles on gasoline at the same time. Variables monitored include weather, vehicle type, vehicle use schedules, quality and handling of fuel, driving techniques, altitude, and possible biases or preconceptions of the testing organizations or drivers. Most groups, however, accounted for or attempted to control few of these variables. In addition, not all groups kept detailed records or anlayzed their results comparably. While some testing programs have been completed, some are still in progress. Nethertheless, this publication brings together much of the available information on long-term, large-scale, on-the-road experiences using these alternative fuels. (ERA citation 08:015328)
Alcohol-Gasoline Blends as Vehicular Fleet Fuels: Summaries of Blended-Fuel Usage by 26 Vehicular Fleets
1981
56 pages
Report
Keine Angabe
Englisch
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