EERE: Vehicle Technologies Program Home Page

The Vehicle Technologies Program is developing more energy efficient and environmentally friendly highway transportation technologies that will enable America to use less petroleum. The long-term aim is to develop "leap frog" technologies that will provide Americans with greater freedom of mobility and energy security, while lowering costs and reducing impacts on the environment.

Quick Links

Find an Efficient Vehicle
University Activities
Learn About Fuel Cells
Learn About Hybrid Electric Vehicles
Fleet Manager Tools
Hybrid Evaluation Fact Sheets and Reports
Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency

Petroleum Reduction
Tools & Information

Alternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicles Data Center: This Web site educates consumers and fleets on alternative fuels and advanced vehicles.

Fuel Economy.gov: This Web site compares gas mileage, emissions, air pollution ratings, and safety data for new and used vehicles.

Research Spotlight

DOE is evaluating the effects of E15 and E20 ethanol blends on the emissions catalyst and engine durability, vehicle drivability or engine operability, and materials compatibility associated with various vehicles and engines. Data collected to date is encouraging. (more...)