A fair point; however, industry believes it will be some 15 years till it becomes a practical option, though the technology is progressing rapidly. LPG Autogas on the other hand is with us already. The infrastructure is already in place with some 1,400 filling stations available to the public. Some businesses have added their own facilities.

The technology has matured to a level where performance of a LPG powered car equals that of a petrol/diesel vehicle. This has led to some aftermarket dealers being able to service LPG Autogas vehicles for fleets and training vehicles.

Below are some possible uses and benefits of LPG Autogas:

• A local parcel company who has access to its own private filling station;
• Significant savings for business clients compared with public pump prices;
• Satellite navigation for locating nearby LPG Autogas stations to all drivers;
• Monitoring/restricting petrol usage;
• London Congestion Charge discounts and reduced road tax.

LPG Autogas is a boon if you travel to and from London in a congestion charge exempt car. This too is worthwhile if other parts of the UK such as Manchester introduces congestion charging with exemptions for LPG Autogas powered vehicles.

Whether you are an individual or a business owner, it pays in the long run to convert. What’s more, your existing vehicle(s) can be converted. If you need a new LPG Autogas powered car or van, our sister company Ashwoods will make that possible. They offer a range of hybrid drive systems and congestion charge exempt cars.

With increased environmental concerns and petrol prices in the public’s consciousness, LPG Autogas is a genuine alternative, be it as part of a new car, or within your existing vehicle. At this moment in time, it is better than waiting 15 years for the first hydrogen cars to reach the showrooms.

Around the world, more than 10 million vehicles use LPG autogas. South Korea has the most with more than 1.7 million. The UK has some way to go with more than 128,000 vehicles (though less than 1% of the world’s total of LPG vehicles, it accounts for some 0.2% of the UK’s 35 million registered vehicles).

With reducing your carbon footprint a part of everyday life, it is only natural to do so away from home as well as in the home. At home we are quite happy to insulate our humble abode with double glazing and cavity wall insulation, though more reticent when it comes to our car.

For the home, the main reason is lower fuel bills. This too is applicable with LPG converted vehicles.

This is where converting your existing vehicle to LPG autogas comes into play. The fuel is low carbon and once conversion is complete, it is easier on your wallet as well as the environment. Independent tests have shown that running on LPG autogas emits up to 20% less carbon dioxide than your petrol engine. In 2 years time, this will get better when LPG autogas has 10% less CO2 than an equivalent diesel engine.

LPG autogas also has significant advantages over biodiesel and hybrid drive cars.

Our company, Lloyd Ash enables you to do this, by making your money go further in the long term – rather like the cavity wall insulation or double glazing which reduces your fuel bills.  With oil companies now adding LPG to their pumps, there has never been a better time to make that change.  Be bold and say ‘hello’ to cleaner exhausts and less CO2.

Why change to LPG Autogas?

• 40% cheaper than petrol;
• 20% cheaper than diesel;
• Discounts available on London congestion charge for LPG vehicles.

These points alone are good reasons for switching from petrol or diesel to LPG Autogas. What’s more, it is a good lead free alternative to petrol or diesel. LPG Autogas is non-toxic, non- corrosive and free of tetraethyl lead. It also burns more clearly which is good for your car’s engine.

Of the hydrocarbon fuels, LPG is the lowest carbon emitting one available. Its CO2 emissions are:

• 19% less per kWh than oil;
• 30% less than coal;
• Over 50% less than electricity.

LPG is hardly a new technology, it has been in use in road vehicles since the 1940s in some countries. In Australia it is a popular choice in urban areas, with taxis using LPG autogas.

For your car, LPG conversion is a better idea for urban travel; in London you can get discounts from the congestion charge. If you are travelling through the city or town centre, your vehicle is not adding to the pollution.

You not only save on petrol or diesel prices using autogas; some LPG converted vehicles attract lower road tax rates and discounted parking fees (where car parks offer discounts as part of reduced carbon emission programmes).

With petrol and diesel prices on an upward curve, LPG autogas is an attractive option. There’s no better time to convert your vehicle, or even purchase an LPG converted vehicle; for your wallet and the environment.