With Our Blue Bird Vision Propane–Every Day is Earth Day

April 22, 2020by cowest

Today marks 50 years since we started celebrating Earth Day. This special day is an appropriate time in the Alternative Fuel series to focus on our top selling alternative fuel school bus, the Blue Bird Vision Propane. Since Blue Bird introduced the first liquid fuel propane school bus, propane has become the most accepted alternative fuel nationwide. Why is propane so widely accepted?                                                There are many reasons—quality and cost of ownership to name a couple, but with our business centered around children the most important is safety. Here are some facts that underscore the safety of the use of propane. Click here for more detailed information on the following points.

SAFETY

  • Propane autogas is safe for children and the environment.
  • In its natural state, propane autogas is virtually odorless and colorless. Scent is added as a safety feature to detect leaks.
  • Propane autogas does not ignite easily.
  • The fuel tanks used to house propane autogas are incredibly durable and thick.
  • The propane autogas engine fuel system is built with safety in mind.
  • The propane autogas tank mounting system is strong and secure.
  • Fueling is safe and easy.

COST

As mentioned previously in this series, the long-term cost over the life of the vehicle is also an important consideration when purchasing a bus. Our Blue Bird Propane delivers the best Total Cost of Ownership of any other Type C bus on the market. Districts report saving up to $3,500 a year in fuel and maintenance costs per bus. Where do all these savings come from?

  • No costly diesel after-treatment systems are required to meet Environmental Protection Agency requirements with the propane engine. Cleaner-burning fuel also translates to cleaner parts and longer life for the engine.
  • Federal and local rebates and incentives for alternative fuels are a bonus, helping districts save money on fuel and maintenance costs.
  • Propane is a domestically sourced fuel, averaging 30-40% less than gasoline and about 50% less than diesel per gallon.
  • Engines fueled by propane autogas require less oil by volume than diesel.
  • No additional diesel emissions fluids, and no extra valve adjustments.

QUALITY and RELIABILITY

The Vision Propane bus starts in temperatures as low as -40 degrees Fahrenheit without the use of heaters, making them a reliable choice as they don’t require a wait time to heat up in cold climates. In addition, the Vision Propane is also 40% quieter than other buses, making it easier to hear passengers and focus on the road and surroundings. We stand behind the quality built into every Vision Propane bus and back up that quality with a 5-Year, Unlimited Mile Powertrain and Fuel System Warranty.

Our Propane bus also produces lower NOx emissions than any other combustion-powered bus on the market. The Ford engine, paired with the Ford 6R140 transmission and ROUSH Clean Tech fuel system is certified to the optional low NOx level of 0.02 g/bhp-hr. This makes it 99% cleaner than pre-2007 standards and environmentally safe. With over 15,000 sold nationwide, the Blue Bird Vision Propane is proven to be a great addition to any fleet.

We believe in doing our part for our future generations, and that starts with clean fuel alternatives. Colorado/West Equipment, Inc. and Nebraska/Central Equipment, Inc., are committed to passenger safety and needs as well as unwavering customer service. Contact us today.

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