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Charter Fuels debuts new Madison market propane delivery truck

MADISON - Charter Fuels , a family-owned propane retailer based in Lancaster, Wisconsin, has a new propane delivery truck on the road serving the Madison market. As an Alliance AutoGas  program provider, Charter Fuels helps Wisconsin fleets save money and reduce emissions by switching vehicles to clean propane autogas. The new delivery truck will service Alliance AutoGas fleets, as well as residential, commercial, and agricultural customers in the Madison area. Family owned and operated for four generations, Charter Fuels has

Wisconsin mechanical contractor increases propane fleet to 10 vehicles

MADISON, Wis. – Dave Jones, Inc.  has switched 10 Ford E-350s in its vehicle fleet to clean, cost-effective propane autogas. The company recently became a certified autogas conversion center through Alliance AutoGas  to convert and service their own vehicles, and works with fellow Alliance partner Charter Fuels  for dependable, year-round fuel supply, safety training and support. “We couldn’t be happier operating on propane autogas, and we’re even looking forward to launching a clean fleet in

Madison companies join national network for propane vehicle conversions

MADISON, Wis. – April 2, 2013 – Charter Fuels has brought two Madison-area companies to the national Alliance AutoGas network to perform propane autogas vehicle conversions for fleets. Full-service mechanical contractor Dave Jones, Inc. and the Fillback Family of Dealerships will work with fueling provider Charter Fuels to help more Wisconsin fleets save on fuel costs and reduce emissions by running on autogas. “As the Alliance AutoGas network continues to expand nationwide and even throughout Canada, we’re thrilled to have two new conversion centers come on board in Wisconsin,” says

Budget-conscious Wisconsin fleets turn to propane to reduce fuel costs

LANCASTER, Wis. – As high gasoline prices make alternative fuel an increasingly attractive option to fleets across the country, many in Wisconsin are discovering the most viable fuel is the same stuff that powers grills, mowers and home appliances: propane. Called “autogas” when used for vehicle applications, this affordable, American-made clean fuel is currently saving U.S. fleets around $1.75 per gallon on fuel costs. Lancaster-based Charter Fuels  is a part of  Alliance AutoGas , which

Midwest coffee company adds environmentally friendly propane autogas vans

WATERTOWN, Wis. – January 28, 2013 – Charter Fuels , a partner in the Alliance AutoGas  network, is helping Berres Brothers Coffee  Roasters switch two Ford E-250 vans to propane autogas to reduce their fleet’s environmental impact. Running the delivery vehicles on autogas will displace approximately 6667 gallons of gasoline annually, while saving over $5,000 in fuel costs for each vehicle. “Berres Brothers is committed to leading the coffee roasting industry in Wisconsin and the Midwest in

Propane safety during power outages

When winter storms or freezing temperatures lead to power outages, homeowners often turn to propane for their energy needs, whether using a backup propane-powered generator or portable propane heating devices. Just like any other energy source, propane can be unsafe if handled incorrectly, so utilizing propane equipment and appliances during emergency situations requires a little extra precaution. Here are some propane safety tips to help prepare your family for a possible power outage this winter: Before a winter storm · First, make sure the whole family can identify the scent of

Wisconsin small business owner invests in clean propane autogas technology to launch paratransit company

GREEN BAY, Wis. – September 18, 2012 – When Tom Tarmann of Marinette, Wis., decided to start his own medical paratransit service, he needed a fuel that was not only dependable, but affordable as well. Tarmann turned to Alliance   AutoGas  partners Charter   Fuels  and The Motor Company  to convert his Tarmann Transport Ford E-350 van to clean, cost-effective

Wisconsin Sheriff’s Office to Save Thousands with Propane-Powered Cruiser

DODGEVILLE, Wis. – August 21, 2012 – The Iowa County Sheriff’s Office near Madison, Wis., expects to save between $5,000–$5,400 annually on fuel costs after converting just one cruiser to run on propane autogas this summer. Charter   Fuels  coordinated the vehicle conversion and autogas fueling as part of the national Alliance   AutoGas  network, which helps fleets across the country switch to American-made

Propane autogas truck to save roofing & construction business thousands in fuel costs

MADISON, Wis. – June 19, 2012 – Midwest Roofing and Construction in Dodgeville, Wis., expects to save around $5,000 annually on fuel costs after converting the company’s 2012 Ford F150 5.0L to run on clean propane autogas. Wisconsin propane retailer Charter   Fuels  facilitated the vehicle conversion, fuel supply, and safety training as part of the national Alliance   AutoGas  network. Autogas fleets are

Wisconsin Green Vehicles Workshop Features Propane Autogas Technology from Alliance AutoGas Partner Charter Fuels

MILWAUKEE – May 8, 2012 – Alliance AutoGas fueling partner Charter Fuels shared the benefits of clean, affordable propane autogas for fleets at the ninth annual “Driving Toward 2020: Green Vehicles Workshop.” Hosted at the Milwaukee Area Technical College by Wisconsin Clean Cities May 4, the all-day event explored the latest trends in the alternative fuel industry and gave students and community members a chance to experience green vehicles firsthand. The event featured alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles of all types from major vehicle manufacturers, including Ford, GM,

Landscapers Cutting Costs with Propane for Mowing Season

LANCASTER, Wis. – April 24, 2012 – With gasoline prices rising across the country, homeowners and businesses alike are turning to affordable, fuel-efficient technology to power their lawn mowers. Many are converting lawncare equipment to run on propane, which offers both lower fuel costs and reduced greenhouse gas emissions compared to gasoline. “I think we’ve heard a lot lately about high gas prices affecting commuters and fleets, but it also has an impact on commercial lawncare companies and other organizations that rely on affordable fuel to power their mowers,” says Doug Pink,

Propane Retailer Offers Wisconsin Fleets Relief from High Gas Prices with American-made Clean Fuel

LANCASTER, Wis. – March 22, 2012 – As Wisconsin drivers grapple with gasoline prices averaging around $3.70 per gallon statewide, public and private fleets that rely on cost-effective fuel are among the hardest hit. Propane retailer Charter Fuels  is helping regional Midwest fleets significantly cut both fuel and maintenance costs by switching from gasoline to clean-burning propane autogas. “Natural gas is making headlines as the answer to high gasoline prices, but there’s another American-made clean fuel that costs less than gasoline and is actually more

City of Marinette to Save Thousands in Fuel Costs with Propane Autogas Police Cruiser

MARINETTE, Wis. – February 20, 2012 – The City of Marinette Police Department is driving clean and saving taxpayer dollars with a new propane autogas cruiser from Charter   Fuels , a Wisconsin-based partner in the national Alliance AutoGas network. With estimated savings of more than $25 each time the vehicle refills, the city will potentially save $5000 in fuel costs annually with just one propane   vehicle 

Charter Fuels Offers Homeowners Wintertime Propane Safety Tips

LANCASTER, Wis. – December 20, 2011 – With temperatures dropping across the country and energy bills rising, more homeowners are turning to alternative options like propane for their heating needs. Propane is a cost-effective clean energy source, but these savings can be easily canceled out for those who aren’t properly prepared for winter weather. Doug Pink, president of Midwest energy leader Charter Fuels , says it’s more important than ever during the harsh winter months for homeowners to be up to speed on propane safety. “We all know that wintertime

Midwest Energy Leader Runs on Clean-Burning, Affordable Propane Autogas

LANCASTER, Wis. – November 21, 2011 – Charter Fuels is driving clean and saving green with a newly converted propane autogas-powered Ford F-150. Charter expects to save $4,500 annually on fuel costs alone by running this company truck on clean, affordable autogas. A fueling partner in the national Alliance AutoGas network, Charter Fuels is also helping other Midwest fleets save money and reduce emissions by shifting from gasoline to autogas. Autogas averages $1.25 per gallon less than gasoline, and vehicles emit 20 percent less carbon monoxide, 40 percent less nitrogen oxide and 12

Charter Fuels Presents Benefits of Propane Autogas to Wisconsin Public Works Leaders

WAUSAU, Wis. – November 8, 2011 – Charter Fuels President Doug Pink presented the benefits of propane autogas to the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Public Works Association at the APWA WI 2011 fall conference. A partner in the national Alliance AutoGas network, Charter Fuels helps Wisconsin fleets save money and go green by shifting from gasoline to clean-burning, affordable autogas. Held November 2—4 at the Jefferson Street Inn in historic downtown Wausau, Wis., the annual meeting of the Wisconsin APWA is a gathering of public works officials and employees from across the state,

Wisconsin Propane Retailer Goes Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Charter Fuels donates to American Breast Cancer Foundation with Pink Ribbon delivery truckLANCASTER, Wis. – Wisconsin clean energy provider Charter Fuels has teamed with the American Breast Cancer Foundation to raise money for breast cancer research and promote awareness with their “Pink Ribbon” propane delivery truck. Be on the lookout for the Charter Fuels Pink Ribbon truck, which is painted in the trademark pink of the breast cancer awareness campaign. For each gallon of propane gas the truck delivers throughout Southwest Wisconsin, a donation will be made to the American Breast

Is it time to pull the plug on your electric appliances?

Leading Wisconsin clean energy provider reveals benefits of switching to clean, affordable propaneLANCASTER, Wis. – With heat waves across the nation causing record electricity usage, Wisconsin residents are looking to cut energy costs any way they can. It may be difficult to resist blasting your central air conditioning during the dog days of summer, but there are other ways to lessen energy costs in your home. One increasingly popular option is to invest in energy-efficient appliances and heating systems that don’t require electricity, such as those that run on propane gas. “When

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