alternative fuel
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of alternative fuel
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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Nick Weaver from Claverdon, Warwickshire, has also been outlining the experience of those whose more remote location sees them reliant on the alternative fuel source.
From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2026
Neither is ammonia—another alternative fuel that China dominates globally in production.
From Barron's ● Nov. 18, 2025
In 2015, the National Fire Protection Assn. began publishing emergency field guides for alternative fuel vehicles as part of its safety training program.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 30, 2025
After investigating the viability of diesel vessel exhaust scrubbers, green ammonia, made by electrolysing water with renewable electricity, was proposed as an alternative fuel source to quickly decarbonise the shipping industry.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 9, 2024
Right now, no alternative fuel is cost competitive on its own merit, Ian Coleman said.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 26, 2023
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