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America 250: How natural gas and propane entered the vehicle fuel market
The American vehicle fuel market shifted from gasoline to include hybrid technology and alternative fuels like compressed natural gas (CNG) and propane by the late 20th century. Hybrid vehicles, popularized by the Toyota Prius, improved fuel efficiency, while CNG and propane gained traction in public transit and modified engines, diversifying the energy mix for transportation.
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