Green Fleet Conference to Host Ride and Drive
DALLAS - Vehicle manufacturers will be on hand to give attendees a chance to test drive the latest alternative-fuel and electric vehicles.
DALLAS – On Monday, Oct. 3, the Green Fleet Conference will be hosting a ride-and-drive event for attendees. Major vehicle manufacturers will be on hand to give attendees a chance to test drive the latest alternative-fuel and electric vehicles. Participation in the test drive is included with Green Fleet Conference registration. A valid driver’s license is required to participate.
Schedule: Monday, October 3rd
12:00pm - 2:00pm
The following companies, and vehicles, will be participating in the 2011 Ride & Drive Event. Note that participating companies will have vehicles at the event. The list here provides some specific examples.
Alliance AutoGas
American Honda
Audi of America
Chrysler Fleet Operations
CODA Automotive: 2012 CODA Sedan
Energy Xtreme
EV Autos: 2011 EMC E36, 2009 Miles EV 2X40ST, 2009 Miles EV 2x40S-AD
Ford Motor Company
General Motors
IMPCO Automotive
Mercedes-Benz USA: 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 350 Blue Tec, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 350 Blue Tec, 2011 Mercedes-Benz, Sprinter 2500 Passenger
Mitsubishi North America
NatGasCar
Nissan: LEAF
Propane Education Research Council: 2012 Ferris/Snapper Pro IS3100/5200XBVP, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, 2011 GMS Sierra, 2011 Ford F250, 2008 Ford F150
Reading Fleet Services: 2012 Ford E350
ROUSH CleanTech: 2010 Ford E350
Toyota Motor Sales: Prius PHV
Venchurs: 2011 Ford F250 Super Duty, 2011 Ford F250 Super Duty
VIA Motors: 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
Westport Innovations, Inc.
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