2026 Fuel Outlook: Alternative Fuels
In 2026, some alternative fuels continue to maintain their place among commonly accepted fuel options for fleets, while others are still growing in adoption, and one may be on the back burner in the U.S., at least for a while.
Natural Gas: CNG & RNG
Natural gas, whether compressed natural gas (CNG) or renewable natural gas, has been available for some time, and RNG production, availability, and acceptance are still growing steadily.
Propane Autogas
Propane is readily available across the United States, with more than 30 billion gallons produced annually, while domestic consumption averages around 10 billion gallons, according to the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC).
Hydrogen
NACFE looks at all possible fuel types and all fleet sizes, and with that overview, Mihelic sees hydrogen as more of a long play.
