PROPANE AUTOGAS: The Zero Compromise Alternative Fuel Solution

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1 PROPANE AUTOGAS: The Zero Compromise Alternative Fuel Solution

2 What are We Best Known For? Largest and most successful team in motorsports history Motorsports Management Licensing Retail Operations

3 Corporate Overview Corporate Wheel of Capability

4 Alt Fuel Experience Propane Autogas Over 1,500 vehicles sold. Service, warranty, sales infrastructure in place. Electric 10,000 recharging stations built. Blink EcoTality contract with DOE. ROUSH Electric Vehicle prototype program. Hydrogen World land speed record Ford Fusion.

5 Factors for Alt Fuel Analysis Economics Environmental Responsibility Energy Independence

6 WHAT IS PROPANE AUTOGAS? Clean. Domestic. Abundant. Safe.

7 What Is Propane Autogas? Clean 24% reduction in Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. 20% reduction in Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) emissions. 60% reduction in Carbon Monoxide (CO) emissions. Domestic 90% of propane used in U.S. comes from U.S. 7% of propane used in U.S. comes from Canada. Abundant Most refueling infrastructure of any alternative fuel. Major natural gas shale found in northeast U.S. Powers over 17 million vehicles worldwide. Safe Low pressure (~ 200 psig). Propane Molecule (C 3 H 8 ) Narrow flammability range. Fuel tanks are 20 times more puncture resistant than gasoline.

8 Propane Autogas Vehicles Worldwide Country Vehicles Refueling Sites Korea 2,300,000 1,611 Turkey 2,394,000 8,700 Russia 1,282,000 2,000 Poland 2,325,000 5,900 Italy 1,700,000 2,773 Japan 2,88,000 1,900 Australia 655,000 3,200 Thailand 473, China 143, Mexico 535,000 2,100 Rest of the World 5,379,000 28,094 World 17,473,000 57,150 Source: World LP Gas Association

9 Fueling Stations On-Site Refueling: Ford Michigan Assembly Plant (MI) Alliance Autogas Propane Tank Shell (AZ) La Pine School District (OR) ROUSH CleanTech (MI) Heritage Propane Tank

10 Average Price of Propane

11 Current Propane Price

12 PRODUCT OVERVIEW: Pickups Vans & Wagons Cutaway Vans Chassis Cab School Bus

13 Product Overview Vans & Wagons Ford E-150 / E-250 / E-350 Model Years: Engine Size: Applications: 5.4L V8 (2V) All cargo configurations All passenger configurations Single rear wheel cutaway Tank Sizes: Mid-Ship: 25 gallons In-Cab: 46 gallons Order Availability: Certification: Ford Ship Through Conversion Kits EPA CARB

14 Product Overview Vans & Wagons Ford E-450 DRW Cutaway Model Years: Engine Size: Applications: 6.8L V10 (2V) Dual rear wheel cutaway 5-speed auto transmission Tank Sizes: Aft-Axle: 41 gallons Order Availability: Certification: Ford Ship Through Conversion Kits EPA CARB

15 Product Overview Blue Bird Vision Blue Bird Vision Model Years: Engine Size: Tank Sizes: Order Availability: Certification: Newer 6.8L V10 (3V) 67 usable gallons Blue Bird Dealers EPA CARB Horsepower: 362 HP Torque: 457 ft-lbs.

16 Class A Propane G5 by Micro Bird Ford E-450 DRW Cutaway Model Years: Engine Size: Applications: 6.8L V10 Dual rear wheel cutaway 5-speed auto transmission Tank Sizes: Aft-Axle: 41 gallons Order Availability: Certification: Now EPA CARB

17 New in 2012 Ford F-250 / F-350 Ford F-250 / F-350 Model Years: 2012 Engine Size: Applications: 6.2L V8 (3V) All bed configurations All cab configurations Tank Sizes: Under-Bed: 25 gallons In-Bed: 43 gallons Order Availability: Certification: Ford Ship Through Conversion Kits EPA CARB Available Q3, 2012

18 Product Overview Chassis Cab Ford F-450 / F-550 Model Years: Engine Size: 6.8L V10 (3V) Tank Sizes: Aft-Axle: 19.5 gallons Aft-Cab: 49.5 gallons In-Bed: 41 gallons Order Availability: Certification: Ford Ship Through Conversion Kits EPA CARB Available: Q1, 2013

19 Product Overview - Future Ford F L V10 (3V) Ford F-650 Ford F-59 Strip Chassis 6.8L V10 (3V) Ford F-59 Strip Chassis Ford Transit 3.7L V6 Ford Transit

20 SYSTEM OVERVIEW & PERFORMANCE: The Zero Compromise Alternative Fuel Solution

21 E-series Mid-Ship Fuel Tank FRPCM The Fuel Rail Pressure Control Module ensures consistent vehicle performance and power on-demand. Fuel Rail ROUSH CleanTech s signature blue anodized aluminum fuel rail is designed to operate under varying temperatures of liquid propane Fuel Fill Industry-standard valve designed to allow for safe passage of liquid propane into the vehicle. Includes a check valve to prevent fuel leaks. Fuel Injectors Special fuel injectors are used to inject liquid propane into the cylinders for ignition. Fuel Tank The liquid propane autogas fuel tank meets all ASME certification standards, is made of ¼ inch thick steel, and is built and assembled in the USA. Fuel Lines Made of high-durability stainless steel to handle varying temperatures and pressures. They are designed to route through the factory line locations.

22 AFTER THE SALE: Service. Warranty. Technical Care.

23 Field Service Network The ROUSH CleanTech Service and Training Program consists of the following components: Interactive Web-Based Training Program Service and Diagnostic Manuals Technical Information Videos Technical Phone Support Warranty Claims Resolution Process

24 Web Based Training Program This program offers two focused courses: Service Technician Course. Propane as an Autogas. Propane Autogas Fuel System Overview. System Diagnostics. Basic Warranty Information. Service Manager/Advisor Course. Propane as an Autogas. Propane Autogas Fuel System Overview. Detailed Warranty Process.

25 RETURN ON INVESTMENT A Positive Return, Even Without Government Incentives

26 Savings Calculator 2012 Ford E-450 Cutaway

27 Emissions Calculator 2012 Ford E-450 Cutaway

28 TESTIMONIALS: Real-World Feedback From Real-World Customers

29 ThyssenKrupp Elevator Industry: Vertical Transportation Location: Atlanta, GA Vehicles: Ford F-150 Pickup Trucks Ford E-150 Cargo Vans By The Numbers: 134,607 fewer lbs of CO 2 / year $35,600 reduction in fuel costs / year (11 vehicles) The return on investment for the propane autogas vehicles in Phoenix should be roughly two years. Our cost benefits in this region are tied not only to lower fuel cost, but lower vehicle registration and high occupancy vehicle lane access. We needed a quality tier-one supplier committed to our long-term sustainable goals ROUSH CleanTech surfaced as our best solution and business partner. - Tom Armstrong, Director of Fleet

30 Case Study SuperShuttle Industry: Airport Transportation Location: Phoenix, AZ Vehicles: 35 Ford E-350 Passenger Vans By The Numbers: 10,000 fewer gallons of gasoline / van / year 300,000 fewer lbs of CO 2 / van $14,500 reduction in fuel costs / van / year The switch to propane autogas was the smart thing to do. We are seeing tremendous fuel savings right now. Gas prices in Arizona are averaging $3.65 / gallon [in mid-april, 2011]. Our drivers who are using public propane refueling infrastructure around Phoenix are paying $2.20 per gallon. - Ken Brooks, National Purchasing Manager

31 Mesa Public Schools Industry: Education Location: Phoenix, AZ Vehicles: Micro Bird G5 Type A school buses Blue Bird Type C school buses F-250 pickup trucks By The Numbers: 60% fuel savings per gallons compared to diesel $5,667 reduction in fuel costs / year I m conservative when I run numbers, and the savings were amazing. Not only with fuel and maintenance, but the initial upfront costs were also considerably cheaper than comparable diesel-powered buses would have been, says Latko. We re saving a total of 32.6 centers per mile with propane autogas. - Ron Latko, Director of Transportation and Vehicle Maintenance

32 Summary Propane Autogas is. Domestic Clean Lower Cost Same Performance Same OEM Warranty Comparable Range Safe Abundant

33 CONTACT US: ROUSH ROUSHcleantech.com Todd Mouw Vice President of Sales & Marketing