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E85 Fleet Toolkit

This toolkit is sponsored by the EPAct Program, which saw a need for reliable information on how to develop E85 infrastructure. Fleets can use this toolkit to assist in:

  • Evaluating the best options for their fleets,
  • Learning about the equipment and technologies required to install an E85 fueling site,
  • Learning about other fleets' successes and difficulties in implementing E85 infrastructure,
  • Getting important contact information and resources, and
  • Developing E85 (85% ethanol/15% gasoline) fueling stations.

This toolkit contains information on the following topics:

Getting Started 

Start here to learn about E85! These answers to common questions can help save you time and guide you in the right direction.

E85 Fuel 

See the benefits of E85, get E85 fuel specifications, and learn about the fuel.

Equipment and Processes 

Learn the basics on codes and standards, the permitting process, equipment requirements, specifications, costs, and maintenance issues.

E85 Retail Stations 

Find existing E85 fueling stations.

Ethanol Vehicles 

View a list of the flexible fuel vehicles that are currently available and operate on E85.

Risk Management 

Prevent equipment failures and learn about safety and environmental issues.

Ensuring Success 

Get helpful tips on successfully training drivers and staff and learn about others' E85 infrastructure successes and hardships.

Contacts and Links 

Get contact information for the leading industry associations, equipment manufacturers, fuel suppliers, state offices, contractors, and more.

Publications 

Check out this listing of key E85 documents and information on using fuel ethanol.

This toolkit was developed through an initiative paid for by EPAct, in partnership with Clean Cities. The technical content is provided and updated by the American Lung Association of Minnesota through a subcontract with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.