Why Choose CNG Fuel for Your Vehicle?
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) is a cost-effective automotive fuel widely used in CNG vehicles. It's available at most CNG fuel stations, offering an eco-friendly alternative to petrol and diesel.
Benefits of CNG
Cost
CNG fuel is significantly cheaper than petrol and diesel, with lower taxes making it a smart choice for CNG vehicles.
Driveability
CNG powered vehicles offer smooth performance in all weather conditions, making them suitable for both city and highway driving.
Lower Emissions
Switching to CNG fuel helps significantly reduce harmful emissions, making it an eco-friendly automotive fuel alternative.
Safety Guidelines at CNG Fuel Stations
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Drive slowly into the CNG station and park only in the designated refuelling zone.
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All passengers should exit the CNG powered vehicle before filling.
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Always switch off mobile phones at the CNG fuel station to avoid any fire hazards.
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Stop the CNG vehicle in the designated area only.
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Do not proceed if there are exposed wires, an abnormal smell, overheating, or other vehicle defects.
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Turn off the engine and remove the ignition key before refueling at any CNG refueling station.
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Ensure there are no flammable materials inside the vehicle while at the CNG filling station.
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Before refueling, ensure the CNG storage cylinder in your vehicle is valid and approved for use.
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In case of any gas leakage at the CNG pump, all vehicles must immediately stop and follow safety protocols.
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Maintain at least a 1-meter distance between vehicles during refueling at the CNG filling station.
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Ensure that the driver or passengers are not smoking or using mobile phones in the CNG station.
FAQs
Yes, CNG is very safe and is widely used across India.
The cylinders are specially designed to meet very high safety requirements in accordance with global standards. They are rigorously tested and certified for use by statutory authorities. Each cylinder carries an expiry date after which time it has to be retested to ensure it remains safe for use.
Yes, if it’s a petrol and CNG hybrid vehicle.
No, an LPG-powered vehicle cannot use CNG as the two fuels are different, having different calorific values and needing different air-fuel ratios for combustion.