Five thousand—and counting. That’s the latest tally of alternative-fuel fleet vehicles (AFVs) placed on U.S. roads within the past 34 months by Dallas-based communications powerhouse AT&T.
In March 2009, AT&T (News 
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At that time, AT&T expected to spend an estimated $350 million to purchase about 8,000 compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles and around $215 million to replace 7,100 passenger cars with alternative-fuel models. The target for CNG vehicles is one of the highest set by a corporation to date—and, according to AT&T sources, the company expects to reach that number by year-end 2013.
“In a short period of time, with the support of community leaders all over the country, we’ve invested in the deployment of thousands of advanced-technology vehicles that promote cleaner air, use less fuel, and help AT&T lower its operating costs,” said Jerome Webber, vice president, AT&T Global Fleet Operations. “While some may see just another car or truck on the road, we think these vehicles represent the shared values of the communities where we live, work, and play... Read More
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