Ohio Transportation Data for Alternative Fuels and Vehicles
Find transportation data and information about alternative fuels and advanced vehicles in Ohio, including laws and incentives, fueling stations, fuel prices, and more.
Laws and Incentives
53
laws and incentives in Ohio related to alternative fuels and advanced vehicles
Recent Additions and Updates
- Electric Vehicle (EV) Registration Fee updated 10/24/2024
- Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Regulations and Committee updated 10/24/2024
- Natural Gas Vehicle (NGV) and Electric Vehicle (EV) Weight Exemption updated 10/24/2024
- Diesel Emissions Reduction Grant Program updated 10/24/2024
Fueling Stations
4,845
stations in Ohio with alternative fuels
| Fuel | Public | Private |
|---|---|---|
| Biodiesel (B20 and above) | 1 | 3 |
| Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) | 31 | 15 |
| Electric (charging ports) | 4,220 | 254 |
| Ethanol (E85) | 207 | 9 |
| Hydrogen | 0 | 2 |
| Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) | 1 | 3 |
| Propane (LPG) | 84 | 15 |
| Renewable Diesel (R20 and above) | 0 | 0 |
Clean Cities and Communities Coalitions
Clean Cities and Communities is a U.S. Department of Energy partnership to advance clean transportation nationwide through a network of more than 75 coalitions.
Ohio has 1 coalition:
Contact a local coalition or regional manager for project assistance or to connect with other local stakeholders.
Transportation Fuel Consumption
Source: State Energy Data System based on beta data converted to gasoline gallon equivalents of petroleum (GGEs) for the transportation sector (which includes more than highway vehicles) from the U.S. Energy Information Administration
Vehicles Registered in 2023
| Electric (EV) | 50,400 |
| Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) | 24,000 |
| Hybrid Electric (HEV) | 199,800 |
| Biodiesel | 70,300 |
| Ethanol/Flex (E85) | 833,500 |
| Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) | 700 |
| Propane | 100 |
| Hydrogen | 0 |
| Methanol | 0 |
| Gasoline | 8,881,400 |
| Diesel | 196,200 |
| Unknown Fuel | 60,900 |
Source: Light-duty vehicle registration counts from TransAtlas with data from Experian Information Solutions
Case Studies
Videos
quasar energy group Turns Organic Waste into Renewable Energy in Ohio
Jan. 20, 2017
Cleveland Car Dealership Working Toward a More Sustainable Future
Sept. 3, 2016
Frito-Lay Delivers With Electric Truck Fleet
Sept. 22, 2012
Yellow Cab Converts Taxis to Propane in Columbus, Ohio
July 9, 2011
Alternative Fuel Vehicles Lower Emissions in Columbus, Ohio
Dec. 11, 2009
Regional Fuel Prices
Average fuel prices as of July 2024
| Fuel | Midwest Region | National Average | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| per unit sold | per GGE | per unit sold | per GGE | |
| Biodiesel (B20) | $3.65/gallon | $3.32/GGE | $3.73/gallon | $3.39/GGE |
| Biodiesel (B99–B100) | $3.22/gallon | $3.19/GGE | $4.02/gallon | $3.98/GGE |
| Ethanol (E85) | $2.85/gallon | $4.02/GGE | $2.99/gallon | $4.22/GGE |
| Natural Gas (CNG) | $2.64/GGE | $2.64/GGE | $2.92/GGE | $2.92/GGE |
| Propane | $3.34/gallon | $4.61/GGE | $3.42/gallon | $4.72/GGE |
| Gasoline | $3.30/gallon | $3.30/GGE | $3.53/gallon | $3.53/GGE |
| Diesel | $3.68/gallon | $3.31/GGE | $3.87/gallon | $3.48/GGE |
Source: Average prices per gasoline gallon equivalent (GGE) for the Midwest PADD from the Alternative Fuel Price Report
Transportation Projects
- Aggregated Alternative Technology Alliance
- Decentralized Mobility Ecosystem: Market Solutions for 21st Century Electrified Mobility
- Developing Replicable, Innovative Variants for Engagement for EVs in the USA (DRIVE Electric USA)
- Development of a National Liquid Propane (Autogas) Refueling Network, Clean School Bus/Vehicle Incentive, and Green Jobs Outreach Program
- Drive Electric Ohio
- Electric Vehicle Smart Program Management: Supporting Local Governments to Achieve Equitable Access to Electric Mobility
- Fast Track to Ohio AFV Adoption
- Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicle Demonstrations for Freight and Mobility Solutions
- Helping Rural Counties Transition to Cleaner Fuels and Vehicles
- Hybrid Electric School Buses Provide New Horsepower for Kentucky
- Integrated Fuel Cell Electric Powertrain Demonstration
- MD-HD ZEV Infrastructure Planning with Focus on I-80 Midwest (IN-IL-OH) Corridor
- Maryland Hybrid Truck Goods Movement Initiative
- Michigan Green Fleets
- Midwest EVOLVE (Midwest Electric Vehicle Opportunities: Learning, Events, Experience
- NFPA Spurs the Safe Adoption of Electric Vehicles through Education and Outreach
- NGV U.P.T.I.M.E. Analysis: Updated Performance Tracking Integrating Maintenance Expenses
- No One Silver Bullet, But a Lot of Silver Beebees
- R.O.A.D.M.A.P: Rural Open Access Development Mobility Action Plan
- Safety Training and Design, Permitting, and Operational Guidance for Garage Facilities Maintaining and Parking Natural Gas, Propane, and Hydrogen Vehicles
- The Midwest DRIVES Initiative
- The Ohio Advanced Transportation Partnership
- VoICE-MR: Vocation Integrated Cost Estimation for Maintenance and Repair of Alternative Fuel Vehicles (AFV)
- Zero Emission Freight Future
Electricity Sources and Vehicle Emissions
Source: Electricity Sources and Emissions Tool based on assumptions with 2022 data from EIA
More Resources
- Ohio Data – U.S. Energy Information Administration
- Ohio State Energy Office
- Ohio Electric Vehicle Charging Plan
- Ohio – National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO)
- Maps and Data – Alternative Fuels Data Center
- Maps – National Renewable Energy Laboratory
- Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Toolbox (EVI-X)
- State Electrification Planning and Funding