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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.

by Staff
September 21, 2011
1 min to read


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

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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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