What is Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)?

CNG is a fossil fuel substitute for other auto fuels such as petrol, diesel, Auto LPG etc. For use in Automobiles as fuel, Natural Gas is compressed & dispensed to vehicles at high pressure of 200 bar to enhance the vehicle on board storage capacity.

Today, almost all the auto-rickshaws and taxies are plying on CNG. CNG is also being supplied to transport undertakings such as BEST, TMT, MSRTC & NMMT. Besides these, passenger cars, postal vans, school buses, courier vans, Light and Heavy commercial vehicles are also enjoying the benefits of CNG.

CNG is substantially economical and Eco-friendly than the conventional liquid auto fuel. Moreover, it is easily available in and around the Mumbai city, making it the preferred auto fuel of Mumbai.

CNG Facts

Economical

• Easy on the pocket.
• CNG delivers high performance at low cost, as it gives your vehicle a better mileage.
• CNG does not contaminate or dilute crank case oil, giving engine an extended life.

Easily Available

• MGL has a robust network of CNG filling stations across its areas of operation.
• MGL is also expanding the CNG network in areas of Kalyan, Dombivali, Ambernath, Badlapur, Ulhasnagar, Bhiwandi, Panvel and Raigad district.
• In case of Petrol Car / Taxi, dual fuel option is available that helps in switching between CNG and petrol as and when required.

Eco Friendly

• The use of CNG significantly reduces harmful vehicular exhaust gas emissions like carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and other suspended particles.
• It protects the environment by reducing the effects of global warming.
• Non –toxic, non-corrosive, non-carcinogenic and hence improves public health.

Safe & Reliable

• CNG is lighter than air and hence disperses quickly without any dangerous accumulation.
• CNG has a narrow flammability range making it much safer than other fuels.
• CNG has a higher ignition temperature than other fuels, reducing chances of accidental and spontaneous ignition.