Why propane tractors could finally make a comeback

July 13, 2026 By Keith Loria

Project aims to bring OEM propane-powered tractors to agriculture for the first time in more than 50 years.

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Corn is the No. 1 planted crop in the United States. (Image: vovashevchuk/iStock/Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

Propane powers new opportunities for agricultural irrigation

July 12, 2026 By Mark Leitman

Irrigation presents an opportunity to win back summer gallons.

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Nexio appoints new COO, promotes Horace Mast

September 18, 2025 By Marie Emerick

Nexio appointed Ryan Gaul as COO and promoted Horace Mast to president and chief technology officer.

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Nexio selects new headquarters location

May 29, 2025 By Sydney Fischer

The Nexio facility will create commercial vehicles and an alternative engine technology hub in Lufkin, Texas.

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PERC approves 21 projects at December 2024 meeting

January 6, 2025 By Brian Richesson

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) approved the following 21 dockets during its December 2024 meeting in Naples, Florida.

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Polar Power's new generator engine. Photo courtesy of Polar Power

New LPG generator set from Polar Power

October 2, 2024 By Chris Markham

Polar Power has combined a Toyota engine specifically designed to run 24/7 for natural gas engine-driven air-conditioning applications with a Bosh engine control unit and Polar 8000 series alternator and system controls.

This article is tagged with engines, generators, LPG, natural gas, propane engines, September 2024 and posted in New Products

Partnership produces propane direct injection technology

September 26, 2023 By Brian Richesson

The Propane Education & Research Council is partnering with Stanadyne and Katech to develop a low-emission, high-efficiency and affordable engine solution.

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New PERC webpage showcases autogas solutions for fleets

June 28, 2023 By Brian Richesson

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) launched a new webpage dedicated to educating delivery fleets on the ways propane autogas can help fleet owners with their service and sustainability.

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