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Saving with CNG
If you’re looking to save on fuel costs, CNG could be the right option for you
In India, a shift to using compressed natural gas (CNG) as an alternative fuel is on the rise due to its extremely low running costs. The CNG option is good if you drive a lot. If you drive, say, 1,200-1,500km a month in a mid-size car like the Maruti SX4, you could save Rs. 3,200-4,000 by using CNG rather than petrol. With increasing numbers of CNG filling stations across the country, the demand for CNG cars (and CNG kits) is increasing.
Although the number of standard factory-fitted CNG cars is currently limited in India, the future looks bright. Maruti Suzuki has recently launched five different models with a CNG option (See ‘Recent launches’).TO READ FURTHER... Please Login, Register or Subscribe Featured Articles
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