Can CNG Fuel Help Cut Costs? Gazelle Transportation Says Yes

As a fleet specializing in the transportation of crude oil and petroleum products, Gazelle Transportation became a leader in the industry by incorporating compressed natural gas (CNG) trucks into their fleet, seeing improvements in both cost efficiency and carbon intensity reduction.

Working with Chevron, they’ve now expanded their CNG fleet and continue to help reduce operational cost — all without compromising performance.

Watch how Gazelle made the switch — and why they’re committed to it. Hear directly from Ron Lallo, President and CEO, about the smooth transition, driver experience, and the real-world impact on their bottom line.

What you’ll learn in this video:

  1. A smooth transition: Gazelle began with seven CNG trucks in 2019. Within 90 days, drivers were fully comfortable with the new vehicles and noted only minor differences in performance compared to traditional diesel engines.
    • Fast forward to 2025 and the CNG fleet has grown to 23 trucks. The high powered technology and expanded network of CNG stations provided a smooth transition for Gazelle.
  2. Cost savings: Gazelle is lowering their lifecycle carbon emissions and is enjoying cost savings as well. For a fleet, fuel is usually among the highest portions of operating expenses.
    • CNG often offers price advantages over traditional diesel which helped Gazelle drop operating costs by up to 50 percent on certain routes. That is not just a cost saving measure, it is a business advantage.
  3. Chevron as the right fuel provider: After a long history of working together, it was natural for Gazelle to turn to Chevron for guidance in incorporating CNG into their fleet. With an expanded CNG station network and trusted advice, Ron shared that working with Chevron has been one of the bigger privileges of his life.

Curious about the role CNG could play in your fleet? Reach out to our team today.