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LPG conversions for petrol vehicles : FAQ's
How will converting my car to LPG save me money?
The retail price of LPG (Autogas) is less than half the price
of diesel or petrol. This is because the tax is far lower
for LPG in recognition of its environmental benefits, and
also because it is produced
as a by-product of oil extraction and refining operations. The
UK produces a surplus of LPG each year.
What is LPG?
LPG stands for Liquefied Petroleum Gas and is the generic
term for commercial propane and commercial butane. It
is also referred to as Autogas. At room temperature it
is a gas, but when pressurised it turns into a liquid,
allowing for easy transportation and storage.
Are LPG conversions safe?
The strength and integrity of tanks fitted to LPGA safety
guidelines (COP11) make the LPG fuel system safer than petrol.
The
tank and gas pipes are fitted with numerous safety devices.
The gas flow will automatically stop if the pipes are damaged
or the engine is not running. If the vehicle catches fire,
the gas tank pressure is controlled via cylinder venting,
which will prevent the tank from rupturing.
How
will it affect my car's performance?
Gastech install fully developed ‘Sequential Multipoint’ LPG
conversions. Due to the efficiency of these systems, your
car will suffer no noticeable loss of performance. Engines
generally run more smoothly when on LPG.
Does my conversion come with a warranty?
All Gastech LPG Conversions carry a full parts and labour
warranty.
What happens if I run out of LPG?
Gastech install the latest fully automated LPG dual fuel
systems. If the Vehicle runs out of LPG, it will automatically
change over to run on petrol.
Where
can I refuel?
There are now over 1,300 LPG refuelling stations
in the UK.
Click here for a list of LPG filling
stations.
Will
my insurance be affected?
We recommend you notify your insurance company. Following
a Gastech conversion, we supply an LPGA Certificate of Compliancy.
The major insurance companies will not increase your premium,
knowing that the conversion has been correctly carried out.
Will the conversion improve the resale value
of my car?
A good quality, reliable system, correctly installed, with
certification, will be a good selling point.
Will I be exempt from Congestion Charging?
Certian low emission vehicles (meeting
Band 4, 40% improvement on Euro IV emissions targets)
qualify
for
Congestion Charge Exemption.
Please
click the 'Link' below or telephone us on 0845 3550023 and
we will advise.
www.cclondon.com
