Converting to LPG
Almost all vehicles fuelled by unleaded petrol or diesel can (subject to space limitations) be converted to LPG operation at a reasonable cost.
LPG systems fitted by an installer to a new vehicle after purchase will generally be warranted by the installer and the equipment supplier. The terms and conditions of the warranty vary so you should check before converting. Extended warranty period options are available through some installers. To find an installer near you, see the Preferred Installers in the Quick Links menu.
Dual-fuel LPG systems allow a vehicle to operate on either LPG or unleaded petrol and can almost double a vehicle's range. The petrol tank still remains in the car and the driver can switch from gas to petrol or vice-versa.
Running an engine on LPG is beneficial to your car. LPG is a cleaner burning fuel than petrol, so engine life is actually extended. Engine oil and spark plugs need changing less often with LPG, so service intervals can be increased.
The time taken to install an LPG system varies. A typical family sedan with a single boot-mounted tank should take one to two days, while a large four-wheel drive with multiple tanks might take two to three days.
Your insurance company should be informed of the vehicle's conversion to LPG, and you should ask them to revise the sum insured to reflect the cost of the system.
Owners should note that any vehicle with a compliance plate dated after December 2003 that is converted to run on LPG must be fitted with a system that has passed current emissions test standards.
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