{"id":503381,"date":"2022-09-12T20:32:03","date_gmt":"2022-09-12T15:02:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spinny.com\/blog\/?p=503381"},"modified":"2022-09-16T11:30:16","modified_gmt":"2022-09-16T06:00:16","slug":"compressed-natural-gas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spinny.com\/blog\/compressed-natural-gas\/","title":{"rendered":"Compressed Natural Gas &#8211; Everything You Need To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"simpletoc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"simpletoc-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#what-is-cng\">What is CNG?<\/a>\n\n\n\n<\/li>\n\n<\/li>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<\/li>\n\n<\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#oem-fitted-cng-vs-outside-fitted-cng\">OEM fitted CNG vs Outside fitted CNG<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#how-does-cng-affect-your-engine\">How does CNG affect your engine?<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tips-for-maintaining-a-cng-car\">Tips for maintaining a CNG car<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-cng\">What is CNG?<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Compressed natural gas (CNG) is a naturally occurring methane gas that is compressed and stored in pressurized canisters for distribution. While CNG is a non-renewable energy source, its efficient burning makes it is less polluting than petrol, diesel or other fossil fuels. Natural gas can be extracted from natural gas wells in the earth or the sea. As a byproduct of oil production it used to be burned off in the early years of its discovery, but today it is pipelined and transported for commercial use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Compressed natural gas can be readily used by petrol and diesel engines via a fuel injection kit that can be installed on a car. CNG for diesel engines is a costly affair. CNG kits for petrol engines, however, are common and affordable, and have seen tremendous growth over the years.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"benefits-of-cng-over-petroldiesel\">Benefits of CNG over Petrol\/Diesel<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Compressed natural gas has many advantages compared to petrol and diesel. Let us list them out for you.<\/p>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"high-efficiency\">High Efficiency<\/h4>\n\n\n<p>Cars that run on compressed natural gas are more fuel efficient because CNG burns well and can run for more distance per kg than petrol or diesel cars.<\/p>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"less-polluting\">Less Polluting<\/h4>\n\n\n<p>Often referred to as the &#8216;green fuel&#8217;, CNG does not contain lead and sulphur components and is less polluting than petrol or diesel.<\/p>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"affordable\">Affordable<\/h4>\n\n\n<p>Compared to petrol and diesel, CNG is much more affordable.<\/p>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"safe-fuel\">Safe Fuel<\/h4>\n\n\n<p>Compressed Natural Gas auto ignites at a very high temperature of 540 degrees celsius. This means that if it leaks it must be exposed to very high temperatures to catch fire. Such temperatures are not found often in normal conditions, making CNG a relatively safe fuel.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"demerits-of-cng-as-a-fuel\">Demerits of CNG as a fuel<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"decreased-power-output\">Decreased Power Output<\/h4>\n\n\n<p>While driving when you switch from petrol to CNG, you will notice an immediate dip in engine power. This happens because the engine takes some time to adapt to the fuel change. However, after warming up it runs as usual.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"less-resale-value\">Less Resale Value<\/h4>\n\n\n<p>Vehicles with CNG have less resale value, especially if they\u2019re retrofitted with CNG kits.<\/p>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vehicle-reregistration-and-reinsurance\">Vehicle Re-Registration and Re-Insurance<\/h4>\n\n\n<p>If you retrofit your car with a CNG kit then you will have to re-register and re-insure your vehicle as now your car can run another fuel. Vehicles that are factory fitted with CNG kits don\u2019t need this.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"oem-fitted-cng-vs-outside-fitted-cng\">OEM fitted CNG vs Outside fitted CNG<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wptb-container-legacy\" data-table-id=\"503383\">\n    <table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-503383\" data-reconstraction=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width=\"263\" data-wptb-cells-width-auto-count=\"2\" data-wptb-extra-styles=\"LyogRW50ZXIgeW91ciBjdXN0b20gQ1NTIHJ1bGVzIGhlcmUgKi8=\" role=\"table\" data-table-columns=\"2\"><tbody><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-1\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\"><p><strong>OEM CNG Kit<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-2\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>Aftermarket CNG Kit<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-3\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Properly tuned to meet power outputs from petrol and CNG. Smooth power delivery.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-4\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Not tuned, causing jerky issues during pickup<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-5\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>No need for re registration<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-6\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\"><p>Re registration required<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-7\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>No need for new insurance<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-8\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>New insurance required<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-9\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Suspension is tuned to accommodate the extra weight.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-10\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Suspension is not tuned.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-11\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Engine warranty is not voided<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-12\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Engine warranty is voided once an aftermarket CNG kit is fitted.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-does-cng-affect-your-engine\">How does CNG affect your engine?<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>When you introduce CNG to a vehicle you will experience a reduction in power. This happens because the burning capabilities of CNG and petrol are different. However, this doesn&#8217;t harm your engine in any way. Another process you should take care of is maintenance; ensure a regular maintenance schedule of your vehicle. This will help in keeping your engine prepped and running for longer.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips-for-maintaining-a-cng-car\">Tips for maintaining a CNG car<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Some tips you can keep in mind for keeping your CNG car running as new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Always start with petrol: <\/strong>While starting your CNG car never forget to start it on petrol. This is necessary as starting and a few kilometers on petrol helps the engine to warm up, providing adequate temperature for CNG to be introduced.<\/li><li><strong>Get a hydro test done every 3 years:<\/strong> A CNG cylinder is a highly pressurised structure and any leaks could be detrimental to the running process as well as the health of the car. A leaking cylinder has a high chance of bursting due to high pressure gas slipping from a tiny chink. During Hydro testing the cylinder is filled with water and subjected to high pressure to check for leaks or damages. Leaking cylinders are discarded; the rest get a testing certificate as well as a compliance plate.<\/li><li><strong>Do not overfill: <\/strong>Hot summers are the reason for this tip. As heat rises the gas molecules in your CNG tank become excited and start to impact the walls of the cylinder. This is the reason why you should leave some space for the gas molecules to move around.<\/li><li><strong>Park in shade:<\/strong> You always try to park your car in the shade to keep the car and the engine cool.<\/li><li><strong>No Smoking: <\/strong>Don\u2019t smoke inside your CNG car as this covers the smell of any leaks. It may also accelerate combustion of the leaking gas.<\/li><li><strong>Regularly Maintain Filters: <\/strong>We are talking about CNG filters here. Get them serviced or changed as required and have a happy running car.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With the rise of fuel prices the sale of CNG cars has seen an uptick in sales. CNG cars may dominate the market as well as the roads. The reason for this is the fact that CNG kits can be put on any petrol car with negligible repercussions. OEM manufacturers such as Maruti Suzuki see the potential of CNG and, therefore, have made their cars available in CNG variants.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is CNG? 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