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Old 05-05-2008, 12:29 AM
BigTuna BigTuna is offline
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Default Re: Who will be the GREENEST President?

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Originally Posted by steved28 View Post
FWIW,

FedeX seems to be the greenest of the carriers. They are actively replacing trucks with hybrid units, and they have several plants which operate very large solar arrays. Just something to think about next time you need something shipped. I am in no way affiliated with FedeX.
FedEx is great and they are the leader in hybrid use, but I think all the carriers are heading towards hybrids. Hybrids are perfect for all the start/stop driving they do.

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The EPA and UPS have unveiled what they are calling “the most fuel-efficient and cost effective delivery vehicle in the world”, equipped with an EPA-patented hydraulic hybrid
http://www.treehugger.com/files/2006...eils_wor_1.php
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USPS is evaluating in service a prototype series hybrid electric Carrier Route Vehicle converted by Azure Dynamic

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