The co-evolution of alternative fuel infrastructure and vehicles: A study of the experience of Argentina with compressed natural gas

►The broad scale adoption of CNG for transportation in Argentina was initiated by a market demand for an effective fuel that was priced at a significantly lower level compared to the mainstream alternatives. ►The Argentine played a marginal role in the development of refueling infrastructure. ►The role of the government focused on sending clear signals to the marketplace and developing effective codes and standards. ►Consumers willingness to switch to CNG increases as state of the economy deteriorates and disposable incomes decrease.