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The Mass Transportation Authority of Flint and Genesee County has switched 95% of its fleet to run on alternative fuels. Image: Mass Transportation Authority of Flint and Genesee County
By Kyle Davidson
Michigan is spending $30 million to help public companies and private businesses buy low emission freight trucks, buses, tugboats and cargo handling equipment.
Beneficiaries of the program choose electric, alternative fuel or new diesel models, said Nick Assendelft, a public information officer for the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy. The first round of funding will provide $16 million to replace outdated freight trucks and buses with new models. At least half of that is earmarked for electric vehicles.