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06/04/2026

What are the core components that engineers must get right when designing hydrogen systems?

It's not just about the fuel — storage, sealing, and air quality play crucial roles.

Storage tanks must last as long as diesel engines, yet they’re heavy and under high pressure. Sealing technology — whether metal to metal or elastomeric — impacts safety and efficiency. Then there's the matter of cleaning the air to create electricity and water.

The bottom line: These components must work together for hydrogen vehicles to succeed.

Access our full interview with Parker Hannifin to learn more: https://afvi.com/how-are-hydrogen-fuel-systems-shaping-the-future-of-heavy-equipment/

Incidents involving alternative fuel vehicles are rare — but when they occur, they tend to make headlines.In 2024, a CNG...
05/27/2026

Incidents involving alternative fuel vehicles are rare — but when they occur, they tend to make headlines.

In 2024, a CNG vehicle fire injured several responding firefighters. Initial concerns focused on the fuel system, but later findings indicated it had functioned as designed.

Still, there are ways CNG safety training, communication, and situational awareness can help prevent similar outcomes.

Learn more about them in our latest article, linked in the comments.

Running a CNG fleet comes with no shortage of operational demands, and training in-house fuel system inspectors can feel...
05/19/2026

Running a CNG fleet comes with no shortage of operational demands, and training in-house fuel system inspectors can feel like an added burden.

You may be wondering whether having a third party perform these inspections is a viable solution.

It may look good on paper for the short term, but outsourcing trades control for convenience — and may leave your fleet with greater liability.

Learn why in our latest article linked in the comments.

As Clean Energy highlights, renewable natural gas (RNG) is "both price-stable and consistently cheaper than diesel — hel...
05/12/2026

As Clean Energy highlights, renewable natural gas (RNG) is "both price-stable and consistently cheaper than diesel — helping carriers protect margins while competing for freight with sustainability-focused shippers."

Fleets today are balancing fuel costs, emissions targets, and operational performance, all while staying competitive in a rapidly evolving market. Clean Energy is helping lead that shift by making RNG more accessible through a growing network of fueling infrastructure and long-term supply solutions.

Early observation from : Many fleets are now operating in mixed-fuel environments, but training approaches haven’t full...
05/06/2026

Early observation from : Many fleets are now operating in mixed-fuel environments, but training approaches haven’t fully caught up.

We’re hearing consistent themes around the challenge of maintaining safety and consistency across platforms.

One of the biggest shifts happening in fleet operations right now isn’t just which fuel is being adopted — it’s that fle...
04/30/2026

One of the biggest shifts happening in fleet operations right now isn’t just which fuel is being adopted — it’s that fleets are increasingly managing multiple fuel types at the same time.

Natural gas. Hydrogen. Electric. Propane.

Not only does this require learning about new systems, but it also requires maintaining safe, consistent practices across very different technologies.

Keeping CNG vehicles safe starts with knowing what to look for — and when.AFVi is proud to offer The Complete Guide to C...
04/29/2026

Keeping CNG vehicles safe starts with knowing what to look for — and when.

AFVi is proud to offer The Complete Guide to CNG Fuel System Inspections, a practical resource designed for technicians, fleet managers, and safety professionals.

Inside, you'll learn:
• The four types of CNG inspections and their required intervals
• How to identify critical details that even experienced technicians can overlook
• The key safety components that all inspections should include
• What to do in the event of a vehicle accident or fire

These inspections are a critical part of protecting your fleet, your technicians, and your operation.

Use the link in the comments to download your free copy!

As we prepare for next week, we’re especially interested in how training, safety, and inspection practices are evolvin...
04/28/2026

As we prepare for next week, we’re especially interested in how training, safety, and inspection practices are evolving across different fuel platforms.

We’re looking forward to attending sessions about electrification, hydrogen, and gaseous fuels.

AFVi will be attending ACT Expo in Las Vegas this year.We’ll be there to engage with industry partners, attend key sessi...
04/20/2026

AFVi will be attending ACT Expo in Las Vegas this year.

We’ll be there to engage with industry partners, attend key sessions, and monitor developments across all fuel platforms — not just to stay informed, but to ensure our training reflects what technicians are actually encountering in the field.

If you’ll be attending and would like to connect, we’d welcome the opportunity to meet.

Battery-electric vehicles continue to play a role in certain applications, but adoption rates have slowed. Some companie...
01/20/2026

Battery-electric vehicles continue to play a role in certain applications, but adoption rates have slowed. Some companies are less inclined to invest in them due to cost, charging infrastructure limitations, and operational challenges.

For fleet leaders who are exploring other low-emission technologies, propane autogas hybrid vehicles could be the solution. They combine propane-powered engines with hybrid electric systems to deliver reduced fuel costs and reliable performance for commercial and heavy-duty fleets.

This shift underscores a familiar truth: as the technology for alternative fuel vehicles evolves, technician training must evolve alongside it.

Follow the link in the comments to get the full story.

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