are there any cars in the usa that use LPG? Liquified petroleum gas?

Answer 1

yes, we have a local gas company here that has trucks that run on it. I'm In alabama

Answer 2

Actually, Gasoline can be safely converted into a Vapor that is far superior to Natural Gas or Propane.But the resulting Combustion will not generate enough polluting Exhaust Emissions to register the EPA-OBD II mandated 3/10ths. of a Volt on Oxygen [O2] Exhaust Sensors as required for all Gasoline powered Vehicles from 1996 to the present.Vehicles that have been legally converted to operate on Natural Gas, Propane, or Hydrogen are exempt from this Mandate.Thus, it is entirely possibel for any Gasoline powered vehicle to fail an Emissions Inspection for not emitting ENOUGH polluting Exhaust Emissions ! I know that this doesn't answer your Question, but the Colors of the Flame in my Avatar, which is an ignited Gasoline Vaporizer, are identical to that of a Butane Lighter.If they are so totally different, then why is this so ? All Petroleum comes from the same place, and I submit to you and everyone else that on a Molecular Level, all Petroleum is essetially the same.It's only when it's processed on a larger Scale that it changes.That's why when an Oil Well is drilled, the Vapor on top has to be burned off.It's all the same.And the "Experts" all tell me that I'm wrong, as they surely will again, right here.

Answer 3

With few modifications to the engine, virtually any gasoline engine can be converted to run on propane. Vehicles can be equipped to operate solely on propane (dedicated conversion) or to switch between propane and gasoline (dual-fuel conversion). Propane tanks fit compactly into car trunks. In trucks and vans, propane tanks replace gasoline tanks and fit under the body of the vehicle.

Some effects that can result from converting a vehicle to run on propane fuel are as follows:
Conversion components (fuel tank, etc.) add weight to the vehicle and therefore, may slightly increase the consumption of fuel per mile. Propane costs for fleet vehicles typically range from 5-30 percent less than conventional or reformulated gasoline, so the cost of increased fuel usage can be recovered over time. Also, many states offer fuel tax incentives to encourage the use of clean fuels, thus further reducing the operating costs of the vehicle.
Converted vehicles perform very much the same as gasoline vehicles. The most significant difference a driver may notice is a slight power loss. Propane use may result in power loss of up to 7 percent. However, power and performance can be optimized through engine adjustments of the air/fuel mixture, ignition timing, and the compression ratio. Excessive loss of power, however, may indicate improper installation or tuning of the conversion system. On conversions, it is important to follow the kit manufacturer's instructions on how and when to tune a converted vehicle.

If you have a newer vehicle, make sure converting wouldn't void your warranty.

Answer 4

Some Reliant Scimitar owners have converted their Ford V6s to LPG

Answer 5

I have seen some Ford Econoline shuttle busses which were converted to use LPG. They are very uncommon in New Orleans.

Answer 6

Some forklifts do but thats it. It's not that widely available. Not to be confused with Natural Gas like city vehicles use.