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To: bigbuk who wrote (56136)	7/26/2000 9:09:55 PM
From: Jim Bishop	Read Replies (3) \| Respond to of 150070

ATF.V more news buk: Orders For AFS Systems Roll In From Isuzu Truck (UK) Ltd. and Other Customers In The UK CALGARY, July 26 /CNW/ - Following its successful emissions, fleet, and field tests in the United Kingdom, Alternative Fuel Systems Inc. (`AFS') has received orders for 20 more of its innovative Eagle Diesel Dual Fuel (`DDF') System. Isuzu Truck (UK) Ltd. has purchased five systems in this latest order. A division of British Gas has also purchased the AFS Eagle system for use in a LNG application, a first for AFS' DDF System. This latest round of purchases follows AFS' recent successes in emissions testing and the inclusion of AFS technology in several major industry trade shows in the UK. In April, a truck equipped with the AFS Eagle successfully met EURO II emissions standards as part of a cooperative project with Isuzu Truck (UK) Ltd. and Clean Exhaust Emissions Limited (`CEEL'). These tests demonstrated the power, performance, and reduced emissions provided by the AFS Eagle DDF System on a medium-duty truck. In the UK, where DDF systems are growing in popularity, these AFS-equipped Isuzu engines will be the first of their type commercially available for medium-duty trucks. Last month this Isuzu/AFS System was on display at several industry shows in the UK. Clifford Groves, General Manager of CEEL says, ``This sector of the trucking industry is becoming more and more important to the public, utility, and retail distribution sectors. In many cases, the very nature of the operation demands compliance with strict local environmental criteria. This Isuzu/AFS engine offers an effective solution for fleets whose operations are under the public gaze.'' Groves also reports that trials on this Isuzu/AFS engine have confirmed retention of ``excellent drivability'', power, and torque. The rest of the UK order, also sold through AFS' UK distributor, CEEL, will go to various customers throughout the UK. Part of this order is an acquisition by a large London-based trucking company considering switching their fleet to the AFS DDF System. AFS President John C. Anderson stated, ``The increasing demand for our natural gas-based systems clearly indicates the market's acceptance of natural gas as the most viable clean air option. Natural gas vehicles aren't theoretical concepts waiting to happen. This is a technology that has proven repeatedly to be practical and effective in real world applications. Now that major manufacturers and fleet owners are putting these systems into operation, DDF and other natural gas technologies are swiftly moving from the fringe and pilot stage to widespread applications. With natural gas' established fuelling infrastructure, emissions reductions, proven technologies, and growing user acceptance, it is evident that natural gas systems are, and will continue to be, the leading choice in clean air technologies.'' Alternative Fuel Systems Inc (`AFS'), based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is a world leader in innovative natural gas and emission reduction systems and components. It is publicly traded on the CDNX as `ATF'. %SEDAR: 00003847E -0- 07/26/2000 For further information: Ms. Paula Kinch, Director, Investor Relations, TEL: (403) 262-1833, FAX: (403) 237-7441, EMAIL: pkinch@AFSGlobal.com, WEBSITE: www.AFSGlobal.com; To request a free copy of this organization's annual report, please go to www.newswire.ca and click on reports@cnw.