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Alternative Fuels -- State Regulations for Maryland

This page contains selected data from the Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC) at the U. S. Department of Energy. Additional details and the latest updates may be found at the AFDC summary page for Maryland.


Fuel Use

State agency vehicles

At least 50% of state vehicles must use a minimum biodiesel blend of 5% (B5). This requirement does not apply to any state vehicles for which the use of biodiesel will void the manufacturer's warranty for that vehicle. Additionally, bi-fuel and flexible fuel vehicles capable of operating on either alternative fuel or conventional fuel must use alternative fuel when it is available. (Reference Maryland Statutes, State Finance and Procurement Code 14-408, and Policies and Procedures for Vehicle Fleet Management (PDF))


General

Funding (electric trucks)

The Maryland Energy Administration provides vouchers for the purchase of new all-electric trucks. Eligible vehicles must have a gross vehicle weight rating over 10,000 pounds and be registered for on-road use in the state of Maryland. Vouchers of $20,000 are available for qualified vehicles purchased from a dealership in Maryland or directly from a manufacturer located outside of Maryland. Vouchers of $15,000 are available for qualified vehicles purchased through a dealership located outside of Maryland. All applicants must submit their application for funding by June 15, 2013, limited to five vouchers per motor carrier. The voucher program will end December 31, 2013. For eligibility requirements and application information, see the Maryland Electric Truck Voucher Program website.

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