CNG Car Fire Meerut: Car Turns Into a Ball of Fire, 4 Charred to Death! Mistakes to Avoid While Driving CNG Vehicles in Summers

CNG Car Fire Meerut: Since more than a decade until today, the market for natural gas cars (including CNG and LPG) has grown significantly. Due to the fact that CNG vehicles are more fuel-efficient and that air pollution emissions must be kept to a minimum, the drastic growth in its sale has been seen. It is also an alternative option as the prices has been rising. This summer's extreme heat is generating catastrophes by setting CNG vehicles on fire because the fuel is extremely combustible. In Meerut, the same thing took place. The hot summer caused an accident in the running CNG vehicle. According to what is now known, the car's CNG cause of fire resulted in the deaths of four people. So, here we have decided to suggest you the safety precautions that you can take while operating a CNG vehicle in this hot summer.

Overfilling can cause accidents

The owners of CNG vehicles should frequently check the fuel cylinder and lines for leaks or damage. Furthermore, it's best to avoid overfilling the cylinder as this may result in a gas leak. Therefore, it is advisable that one should fill the cylinder to a maximum of two thirds of its capacity throughout the summer.

CNG Car Fire Meerut: Use a certified CNG kit

It is essential to always to use a certified CNG kit and cylinder because it is illegal and dangerous to use ordinary cylinders and fittings. It is never appropriate to install a CNG cylinder in lieu of an LPG, propane, or any other type of cylinder. It poses a risk and is illegal.

Use of compatible spark plugs

The use of CNG compatible spark plugs is advised only in cases when the owner is switching from a gasoline-powered vehicle to a CNG-powered vehicle. In cars that run on compressed natural gas (CNG), standard spark plugs tend to wear out quickly. This is must to ensure compatibility as it is crucial in protecting the car from fire incidents.

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