Welcome
Welcome to the Central Coast Clean Cities Coalition’s (C5) website. C5 is a group of local stakeholders whose mission is to expand the use of alternative fuel vehicles and fueling infrastructure throughout the Central Coast. C5 is best described as a clearing house for people to get together and learn more about AFVs (e.g., what is required, what is available, how to purchase AFVs, and where to fuel them). Active membership is heart of the C5 coalition, with members from local schools & universities, fuel and vehicle providers, local government, and the general public.
C5 is part of the U.S. Department of Energy Clean Cities Program through which we received official “Clean Cities” designation in 2006. The National Clean Cities Program was established as a way to direct federal energy funding into projects and programs that would create, maintain and increase AFV use throughout the United States. Representing a nation continually striving for energy independence, the Department of Energy created the Clean Cities Program as a means to educate the public and private sectors of the benefits that alternative fuels can offer. Visit the Depatment of Energy Clean Cities website by clicking here and find out more about the beneftis of alternative fuel vehicles that the Department of Energy makes available by clicking here.
Visit fueleconomy.gov for the official U.S. government source for fuel economy information.
What's New
CODA Automotive offering two all-electric, affordable sedans for 2012
CODA Automotive announced the release of the 2012 CODA zero-emission sedan with two mileage and price options. The new vehicle will offer a range of 125 miles and a price of $37,250. The original vehicle will continue to offer a 150 mile drive range and a cost of $39,900. For more information on these vehicles, visit the CODA Automotive website.
End of Year Clearance on New 2009 Miles Electric Vehicles
The remaining, new 2009 Miles Electric Vehicles must go to make room for the 2012 models. The 2009 vehicles are now being offered at $9999.00, plus $895 for delivery, and any applicable taxes. All vehicles come standard equipped with a new battery and 12 month vehicle/ 24 month battery warranty. If you are interested in this great deal, visit www.milesev.com for contact information.
DRIVE Program
In July 2011, the California Energy Commission launched its latest program for alternative fuels and vehicle technology, DRIVE, http://www.energy.ca.gov/drive/. The program provides incentives for everyone from consumers to fleet manufacturers to promote the development of alternative and renewable fuels, in addition to utilizing these vehicles to promote sustainability.
CEC Incentives for Propane and Compressed Natural Gas Vehicles
The California Energy Commission (CEC) has launched an incentive buy down program for natural gas and propane vehicles. The funding is available only to new on-road natural gas and propane vehicles. Incentives are available on a first-come, first-served basis and require purchasers to register the vehicle in California and operate it on the designated fuel within California for three years. The incentive is offered through participating dealerships. Please contact a participating dealership for more information.
Past Events
2011 Annual Meet the Members Reception
C5 hosted its annual Meet the Members Reception at the Madonna Inn on October 27, 2011. The gathering was a time for fellow members to network with one another and get updates on the last technology in the alternative fuel market. Thank you to all our members who attended this event! We look forward to seeing everyone in the New Year! Please click here to view pictures from the event.