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[![Toyoya logo](https://info.toyota-forklifts.co.uk/hubfs/blog_assets/logo.svg)](https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/) [< Start](https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/) Insights Choosing the Right Energy Source for your CB forklift LP [![Toyoya logo](https://info.toyota-forklifts.co.uk/hubfs/blog_assets/logo.svg)](https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/) [Customer Service](https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/customer-support/customer-service/) [Contact local Sales office](https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/customer-support/contact-us/) [FAQ](https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/customer-support/faqs/) **Call us** New & used trucks: 0370 850 1409 Service support: 0370 850 1402 Rental: 0370 850 1403 Parts support: 0370 850 1404 Operator training: 0370 850 1405 **Open Hours** Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm [Send us an e-mail](https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/customer-support/contact-us/), we will get back to you. # Choosing the right energy source for your Forklift. ## Our comparison guide explains everything you need to know. Discover the different energy source options, pros and cons and how they can support your business. ![Choosing the right source for your forklift - Whitepaper](https://info.toyota-forklifts.co.uk/hubfs/Energy%20source%20CB%20white%20paper%20front.jpg "Choosing the right source for your forklift - Whitepaper") ## What is covered in the guide? ![charging](https://info.toyota-forklifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/charging.png?width=90&height=90&name=charging.png "charging") ![compare](https://info.toyota-forklifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/compare.png?width=90&height=90&name=compare.png "compare") ![support](https://info.toyota-forklifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/support%20(1).png?width=90&height=90&name=support%20(1).png "support") ## Section one.  ### A comparison of the energy sources available for forklifts trucks and warehouse equipment: Diesel, LPG, Lead acid, lithium-ion and hydrogen fuel cell. ## Section two.  ### An in-depth breakdown of the pros and cons of these different energy types. ## Section three.  ### Guidance to help you decide which type of energy source is best suited to your business. ![Fuel cell Traigo driving (2)](https://info.toyota-forklifts.co.uk/hubfs/Fuel%20cell%20Traigo%20driving%20(2).jpg "Fuel cell Traigo driving (2)") ## When choosing a forklift truck, it is important to be aware of the energy options available. ### You will need to consider a range of factors including costs, performance, refuel times and environmental impact. 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