There are so many choices out there for new vehicles and fleet options. When looking to purchase new vehicles, reducing vehicle emissions and increasing your fuel economy helps the environment and your organization's wallet. Here are some ideas to consider.

Environmental Attributes to Consider

• Alternative Fuel Vehicles (AFV)
• Electric and Fuel Cell Vehicles
• Fuel-efficient
• Mild or Full Hybrid Vehicles
• Low emissions
• Reduce size of fleet, consider car sharing services, and think about your vehicle function and size requirements
• Anti-idling

How to Buy

• Start by reviewing the Clean Cities 2015 Vehicle Buyer's Guide.  The guide provides a comprehensive list of the 2015 light-duty models that use alternative fuels or advanced fuel-daving technologies.
• Find out how your vehicle scores on GREENERCARS Ratings. Exit  
• If you are looking for heavy duty vehicles, Consider looking for a US EPA Certified SmartWay Vehicle!
• Are you a part of the Federal government? Then check out GSA's Alternative Fuel Vehicles website.
• EPA also has Comprehensive Procurement Guidance (CPG) on Transportation Products.

Government Resources

Green Vehicle Guide
EPA's guide to choose the cleanest and most fuel-efficient vehicle that meets your needs.

Green Procurement Compilation

This site has information on purchasing Alternative Fuel Vehicles.

Department of Energy (DOE), Sustainable Federal Fleets
Resources to help fleets make green vehicle and fuel decisions.

California Air Resources Board (ARB), DriveClean.ca.gov Exit

Other Resources

Environmental Defense, Green Fleet Framework Exit

Environmental Defense, Greening Fleets Guide (PDF). (8 pp, 286.5 K, About PDF) Exit 
A roadmap to lower costs and cleaner corporate fleets.