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Comment by Paul on July 28, 2009 at 7:25am

The are only two ways we'll ever power a fleet of EV's...

1) upgrade the grid at a cost of hundreds of billions of dollars -- a partial solution

2) add Distributed Generation Concentrated Solar Power -- solves multiple issues

I think it's obvious which option I prefer.

The Light is Green!

Comment by Ruben S. Rivera on July 11, 2009 at 1:55pm

Realizing nothing is for free,want to push ngv,ng retrofit convert,dual fuel, whatever termnogy you want to use.make it reasonable for the average American to afford. Quit trying to make a fast buck.

Comment by Earl Allen Boek on April 27, 2009 at 8:40pm

Nice comments Dan, thanks_Green Earl, Aka Al Boek

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Comment by W. Dan Chance on February 16, 2009 at 10:07am

So Utah Highway Patrol has outlawed all non-EPA approved installation. I never cease to be amazed at the devilish actions that entrenched interests will take to protect their interests. When will righteous, patriots in positions of power (there must be some) stand up and say "ENOUGH!" Hesitant as I am to use the Bible as a base for teaching, there is a verse (1 Cor 14:8) which serves well here. Think of soldiers, prepared and assembled for battle and they await the trumpet blast that will coordinate their efforts and all they hear is a squeak but nothing they would recognize as a call to battle. Guess what. They never present a united front or mount an effective offense (or defense). I appeal to patriotic leaders to make a trumpet blast that will galvanize the people, and give them hope and courage to face the crisis and topple the oppressors of the people.

Comment by younkin on February 14, 2009 at 5:21pm

Thousands of Safe CNG Vehicles

In 2008, more CNG vehicles were sold or converted in the state of Utah than in the rest of the nation. This influx of CNG Vehicles onto Utah’s highways increased the need to ensure that CNG vehicles are safe and running clean.

Anticipating the need for trained CNG Technicians, approximately 120 CNG Technicians in the state of Utah were Trained and Certified as CNG System Inspectors and installers in 2008. There are now more Certified CNG Inspectors and installers in the State of Utah than any other State. These technicians have the repair facilities, experience and training necessary to carry out the CNG Inspections for both Safety and Emissions.

In an attempt to address public concern over the safety of CNG vehicles, in January of 2009 the Utah Highway Patrol ruled that if a CNG system was not “EPA approved” it was “unsafe” and not qualified for licensing, while a CNG system with a sticker of EPA approval was “safe”. This misguided ruling threw the fledgling but promising CNG industry in the state of Utah into death throws. It suddenly put thousands of conscientious citizens outside the law if they wanted to continue driving their clean running, safely converted CNG vehicles.

The proposed UHP 2009 inspections did not take into account the fact that all CNG systems, whether EPA approved or not, need to be verified safe and clean running by people trained and qualified to make that evaluation.

Who are CCATS and where did they come from?

CCATS (Certified CNG Automotive Technicians for Safety) was officially organized on January 13, 2009. It was formed in response to the UHP ruling that non EPA Certified CNG Installs were automatically unsafe and illegal to drive in Utah. CCATS members contend that ALL CNG INSTALLS whether EPA or not need to be tested for Safety and Emissions. If an install is safe and clean it should be legal.

CCATS currently has 8 members on its Governing Board and is open to any number of supporting members, contributing members and specialists.

Our Governing Board has in excess of 250 combined years of automotive experience. There are members on the Governing Board who have been doing safety and emission testing for the state of Utah since the inception of these programs. All voting members are certified or qualified in testing and repair of CNG systems, ASE certified A1, A6, A8, F1 and are certified CSA Inspectors for High Pressure Cylinder systems.

Our goal here at CCATS is to put thousands of safe, clean running CNG vehicles on the road and have Utah take the lead in demonstrating a viable, efficient system of certifying these vehicles on a regular basis. CCATS feels that education is the key to accomplishing this goal; educating the UHP, working with and educating various state agencies as well as educating the general public are all vital to our overall goal. CCATS will provide this education through our website, informational seminars, technical training, brochures and videos. (For more information about CCATS email: safecng@gmail.com or contact any board member)


Certified Automotive Technicians for Safety (CCATS) Proposes:

1- Providing CNG informational materials to share with the general public.

2- Creating Safety and Emission inspection procedures for CNG vehicles.

3- Providing CCATS training programs for UHP Inspectors, CNG Mechanics and CNG repair shops.

The implementation of these programs will:

1- Encourage more people to safely convert to CNG.

2- Contribute to safer highways and better air quality.


We all want clean air and safe vehicles. This proposal provides a way to encourage more CNG vehicles on the road, not less. Implementing this program can set an example to the United States and the rest of the world. Our CNG training, testing, certification and informational materials can be shared with others to promote clean, economical, safe fuel alternatives, and help reduce our dependence on foreign oil.



Sincerely,

Jim Younkin
Secretary CCATS
younkin@gmail.com
801-427-2284

For more information email safeCNG@gmail.com

Comment by Mike Anthony Fernald Sr. on February 5, 2009 at 1:56am

Comment by younkin on December 20, 2008 at 4:42am

I have been busy over the past few months, I continue to promote my CNG business Younkincng, Sign up for my free CNG newsletter at younkincng.com To date I have installed 5 CNG Kits, 2 extra tank install and helped to program 8 kits both Sequential and Asperated. I look forward to a big year for 2009 as far as CNG Business. Jim
801 427 2284
younkincng@gmail.com
younkincng.com

Comment by Tai Robinson on November 22, 2008 at 10:34am

Hello friends of American Fuel Vehicles. Below is our latest creation. this is a game of milimeters and our vehilces outperform by miles. This is the vehicle we were going to offer to Mr. T. Boone Pickens so he would not have to be driven around in his Escalade on gasoline, when he so rudely turned off the microphone during the SLC town hall meeting.

Too bad for you Mr. P. I am sorry you are still using gasoline and jet fuel for your transportation requirements.

Drive Clean - Declare Energy Independence

Thank You!
Tai Robinson
www.AmericanFuelVehicles.com
801-201-7370

Comment by Haveaclue on October 20, 2008 at 1:50pm

Anyone with pics of your alternative fueled vehicles, please send them to me or embed them in my new album located here. I hope to grow the largest collection of alternative fueled vehicles here on The Pickens Plan. Electric cars are considered alternative fuel as well.

Comment by Haveaclue on October 9, 2008 at 11:16am

B100 can buy some time until the CNG infrastructure is in place. It can be used in existing technology without modification. People are scared of this fuel because they believe the rumors and myths. Almost all of them can be disproved very easily.

My family and I have been powering our flooring and delivery business on B100 for 3 years now. We make it ourself out of restaurant waste oil (WVO). We have developed a unique process that reduces production time, minimizes waste, and produces a better quality fuel. We have successfully run our fuel in Cummins, Caterpillar, Kenworth, Peterbilt, International, Powerstroke, Duramax and Mercedes, ranging in years from 1983 to 2008.

We have an Idea that would help individual cities across the nation. We could build a processer in our city capable of producing 10,ooo gallons per month. That's not alot, but it is realistic for the amount of restaurants in our area. This fuel could help several local farms, ranches and contractors by keeping fuel costs around $3.00 per gallon, stabilizing production, reducing the use of petroleum, and reducing carbon emissions. Biodiesel is a carbon neutral fuel.

Now imagine this facility being a model for other cities across the country. People that already make Biodiesel could be contracted to build a facility in their town. That town would now be able to help it's farmers, ranchers and contractors. You get the idea? It would be a grassroots effort that could spread like wildfire.

Feel free to send me an email with any questions about my plan or about Biodiesel.

Thank you.
Jason

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