Todd Mouw X2

Ask the Expert: Do I need special technicians or training to service propane autogas vehicles?

March 27, 2018
Propane autogas engines are similar to gasoline, and virtually any trained technician can work on them.

Q: Do I need special technicians or training to service propane autogas vehicles?

A: Spark-ignited, direct-injection, liquid-powered propane autogas engines are similar to gasoline. Any trained technician can work on them once they know how the propane autogas fuel system works. Companies such as ROUSH CleanTech have a dedicated field service team to support customers and service centers with web-based and onsite training.

Information provided by: ROUSH CleanTech

About the Author

Todd Mouw | President

Todd Mouw is president of ROUSH CleanTech, a company focused on alternative fuel vehicle technology. Mouw has more than two decades of experience in the automotive and high-tech industries. As former president of the NTEA Green Truck Association, Mouw helped set standards in the green trucking industry.

Sponsored Recommendations

Reducing CSA Violations & Increasing Safety With Advanced Trailer Telematics

Keep the roads safer with advanced trailer telematics. In this whitepaper, see how you can gain insights that lead to increased safety and reduced roadside incidents—keeping drivers...

80% Fewer Towable Accidents - 10 Key Strategies

After installing grille guards on all of their Class 8 trucks, a major Midwest fleet reported they had reduced their number of towable accidents by 80% post installation – including...

Tackling the Tech Shortage: Lessons in Recruiting Talent and Reducing Turnover

Discover innovative strategies for recruiting and retaining tech talent in the trucking industry during this informative webinar, where experts will share insights on competitive...

The Secrets to Keeping Drivers Safe and Happy

Various industry reports have suggested that safety is a growing concern for drivers in the transportation industry. Addressing these challenges begins with purpose-built uniforms...