Hybrid and Alternative Fuel Vehicles

For a comprehensive list of alternative fuel vehicles see Natural Resources Canada

Biodiesel

Biodiesel is an alternative to diesel fuel that is made from vegetable oils, waste oils or animal fats.  It combusts better and produces less greenhouse gas emissions.  Research toa ddress cold flow properties during winter months are reduce production costs are on-going.

Saskatoon Transit Services is testing biodiesel by running two buses.  Each bus is being monitored and evaluated for emissions, fuel economy and engine wear.


Links:

HybridCentre.org