As an official sponsor of the Trading Standards Institute Show in Birmingham last week, Calor has been backing the Birmingham Trading Standards’ call for Government to consider a licensing scheme for companies to ensure LPG conversions are carried out correctly.
In a recent study conducted by the Birmingham Trading Standards, it was found that nineteen out of twenty LPG converted cars were found to be potentially dangerous – none of which had been converted by an LPGA approved converter.
An increasing number of cars are being converted to LPG as it is cheaper, cleaner and greener. New filling stations are opening every day and generous Government grants are available for drivers to convert their cars. LPG is as safe to use as petrol or diesel, providing conversions are carried out correctly. In the survey, drivers were invited to bring their cars for a free inspection after they had been converted. The tests revealed shocking results, with nearly all being left in an unsafe condition.
Calor joined forces at the show with Birmingham Trading Standards, the MG Rover Group, Powertrain, the LP Gas Association, and the Energy Saving Trust, to encourage the safe use of LPG and warn the public about the dangers of not using approved garages.
Paul Oxford, sales development manager for Calor says: “As a company, we would like to see the introduction of a licensing scheme to root out the cowboys who are putting dangerous conversions on the road. Running your car on LPG has significant environmental and cost benefits, as the minister, Melanie Johnson MP stated at the event and good quality LPG vehicles play an enormous part in improving the UK’s air quality. The message is to convert to LPG now but those considering it must always make sure they are dealing with an LPGA approved, reputable converter, a list of which can be found on www.lpga.co.uk.”
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