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Natural Gas Transit (and School Bus) Users Group Activities

The Natural Gas Transit and School Bus Users Group (TUG) facilitates stakeholder quarterly webcasts, produces a quarterly newsletter, and sends out notices of interest to transit and school bus fleets. Through these activities, the TUG assists stakeholders in several ways:

  • Sharing lessons learned and problem-solving techniques that address common challenges faced by natural gas bus fleets
  • Providing a technical forum and network for natural gas bus fleet maintenance staff
  • Communicating safety issues and codes and standards updates related to natural gas buses
  • Serving as a liaison between stakeholders and natural gas vehicle/equipment manufacturers

TUG stakeholders also can enlist the help of the U.S. Department of Energy's Clean Cities Technical Assistance Project (Tiger Teams) to solve specific problems, including the following:

  • Vehicle performance and driveability
  • Safety
  • Maintenance
  • Driver acceptance
  • Fueling station design and operation
  • Alternative fuel provider interaction and availability

To become a TUG stakeholder, complete the subscription form, or contact the TUG for more information. TUG participation is limited to people affiliated with transit agencies, school bus fleets, or government agencies.