France, Strasbourg

The IANGV Technical Committee has issued a warning to motorists and compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicle owners to have their vehicles checked thoroughly in the event of any accident. The Tech Committee sent a clear message; even if only a minor accident, a CNG vehicle should be put through a full system check by a qualified installer or inspector to ensure that the cylinder and/or high pressure fuel system haven't been damaged. Though natural gas is a considerably safer fuel than gasoline or diesel, CNG vehicles have high pressures systems that can be compromised in the event of an accident.