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Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)

"alternative fuel for motor vehicles; considered one of the cleanest because of low hydrocarbon emissions and its vapors are relatively non-ozone producing. However, vehicles fueled with CNG do emit a significant quantity of nitrogen oxides. "

Source: United States Environmental Protection Agency, Terms of Environment

   
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