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1 3.2 Continually Review vehicle options <br />2 <br />3 Background As new alternatives are developed and become viable, choices for <br />4 replacement vehicle options must be broadened. The current automotive market has <br />5 several options available, and there are always new technologies emerging. Some of the <br />0 current options: <br />7 <br />S * Hybrid vehicles (when available with the required functions and capabilities) are <br />9 the most environmentally friendly choice available on today's market. Some are <br />10 more efficient than others. For most hybrids on the market today, the payback <br />11 period using projected fuel costs makes them attractive. <br />12 * There is opportunity for improvement with internal - combustion gas and diesel <br />13 engines. Make it a priority to look for models with better fuel economy; in many <br />14 cases a more fuel efficient alternative provides a cost benefit over the life of the <br />15 vehicle. <br />10 * Entirely electric passenger and utility vehicles are available with several to choose <br />17 from. They provide a noteworthy improvement but they are limited to low speed <br />18 and non - highway use. Another drawback is limited distribution and low - volume <br />19 production currently, so they might be a more expensive option at this time. <br />20 * other developing vehicle technologies, such as fuel cell, compressed air, and fully <br />21 electric vehicles for highway use are not yet ready for use with Roseville's current <br />22 infrastructure. <br />23 <br />24 It is important to keep in mind that many of the alternative fuel vehicles often do not <br />25 have safety features that are comparable to the non - alternative options. when <br />20 choosing a vehicle with energy and money savings options, it is just as important to <br />27 evaluate the safety impacts and risks. <br />28 <br />29 Policy /Goal To keep updated on all available vehicle options. <br />30 <br />31 <br />32 Details /Action As these more efficient and environmentally friendly options <br />33 become readily available, consideration should be given for city <br />34 use if they meet functions, safety, budget, and infrastructure <br />35 requirements. <br />30 <br />37 Cost/Saving Varies <br />38 <br />39 Timeline ongoing <br />40 <br />41 Responsible <br />42 Staff Fleet Manager and Department Heads <br />43 <br />44 <br />45 <br />40 <br />47 <br />4S <br />49 <br />7 <br />