What a CNG Vehicle Fire Teaches Us About Safety and Communication
Incidents involving alternative fuel vehicles are rare—but when they occur, they tend to make headlines. In 2024, a CNG vehicle fire injured several responding firefighters. Initial concerns focused on the fuel system, but later findings indicated it had functioned as designed. Still, there are ways CNG safety training, communication, and situational awareness can help prevent similar outcomes.
Should You Handle CNG Fuel System Inspections In-House or Outsource Them?
Running a CNG fleet comes with no shortage of operational demands, and training in-house fuel system inspectors can feel like an added burden. In some cases, the issue may not be financial. Workforce shortages can make it difficult for some fleets to find qualified technicians with experience in alternative fuels, let alone meet all industry codes and standards.
Understanding the Differences Between Pre-Delivery and Pre-Service CNG Inspections
Compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles are engineered with high-pressure fuel systems that must meet the appropriate industry codes and standards. Their level of complexity requires vehicle manufacturers and fleets to inspect these systems for quality control and safety.
Government Grants for Natural Gas Vehicles: Why Training Shouldn’t Be Overlooked
Across the country, fleets are looking for ways to reduce expenses and modernize their operations. Government grants for natural gas vehicle projects have been an important tool in making that possible. These funding opportunities can cover substantial portions of the cost for purchasing natural gas vehicles, and, in some cases, even cover the building of CNG fueling stations to support them.
AFVi Expands CNG Fuel System Inspector Training With U.S. and Canadian Course Options
A Binational Approach to CNG Vehicle Safety and Compliance Compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles are expanding across North America as fleets seek cleaner, more affordable fuel options. But with that growth comes the responsibility of keeping vehicles safe and properly maintained — especially across national borders. For improved fleet maintenance throughout North America, AFVi has […]
Press Release: How VoltaGrid Scaled Safe Driver Training for Virtual Pipeline Operation
Virtual pipelines are systems that deliver compressed natural gas (CNG), renewable natural gas (RNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), or hydrogen by road using specialized trailers, rather than through fixed, underground pipeline infrastructure. These mobile fueling operations are essential for bringing clean energy to areas that lack traditional access. One of the most prominent companies that […]
Press Release: AFVi Strengthens CNG Safety by Certifying 441 New Fuel System Inspectors
AFVi is proud to spotlight its continued leadership in promoting compressed natural gas (CNG) safety through workforce development and certification. With the successful launch of the Cummins CNG Master Tech Qualification Program and the certification of 441 new CNG fuel system inspectors in 2024, AFVi is setting new standards for safety and operational excellence in […]
Press Release: AFVi Provides Calgary Transit With Comprehensive CNG Fuel System Inspector Training
AFVi is proud to announce its partnership with Calgary Transit to deliver live, in-person CNG fuel system inspector training and certification. This coursework is particularly notable because it applies to both U.S. and Canadian fleets — something no other organization in the industry currently offers. Calgary Transit has taken a progressive step towards reducing vehicle […]
AFVi Secures Six-Year Contract With COTA for CNG Technician Training
AFVi is proud to announce that it has begun a six-year partnership with the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) to train its CNG technicians on vehicle safety, fuel system inspections, and advanced diagnostics. This contract, which officially began earlier this month, reflects COTA’s commitment to ensuring the highest standards for safety and reliability in its […]
Press Release: AFVi Launches Industry-First Spanish Training and Certification for CNG Technicians and Fuel System Inspectors
AFVi has officially launched Spanish versions of its comprehensive online training and certification programs for CNG technicians. This groundbreaking initiative marks the first of its kind in the alternative fuels industry, demonstrating AFVi’s commitment to inclusivity in workforce development. “These courses represent a significant step forward in our mission to promote reliable expertise in alternative […]