Written by Karen Mendelsohn 

Currently there are few fuel alternatives available for the horse hauler.

Check out the information we have found on alternatives for fuel like Willie Nelsons Bio Diesel and others.

Other options include buying a hybrid truck.

There are many ways to maximize fuel consumption while trailering your horse. These include simple vehicle care solutions to using alternative fuels.

Vehicle and Trailer Maintenence

• Take your vehicle in for regularly scheduled maintenence

• Keep vehicle and trailer tires properly inflated to ensure maximum gas efficiency

• Have wheels aligned regularly

• Practice hyper-miling techniques

Try to participate in a Ride Share/ Horsepooling program (San Francisco Bay Area: Rideshare)