How other stakeholders need to contribute

Other stakeholders, including OEMs and equipment installers, can also contribute to the continuing growth of a dynamic and sustainable Autogas market. OEMs will need to keep investing in the development of Autogas fuel-system technologies to improve their performance. For example, recent work on direct injection Autogas engines, has yielded tremendous improvements in environmental performance. OEMs also need to actively promote Autogas versions of their vehicle models – both right- and left-hand drive. It is particularly important that they provide a full warranty and after-sales support and service for vehicles that are converted to Autogas after leaving the factory, prior to their initial sale.

The installers of Autogas conversion kits need to ensure that they make use of state-of-the-art components and guarantee the quality of installations. They need to employ staff that are both knowledgeable and well-trained, and able to advise motorists on the most appropriate fuel system to install and safety aspects (WLPGA, 2018).