LPG is not new. It has used for many decades all over the world. Its use as a fuel for the combution engine is relatively new although there are already nine million vehicles worldwide driving on LPG (115, 000+, UK).
The UK standards for LPG equipment, appliances and their installation and for storage and handling are among the best in the world. Testing carried out on LPG tanks is rigourous. Tanks are tested for safety in use, safety in repair and safety on impact. LPG tanks must withstand enormous impact forces without deforming or leaking and are generally considered to be much stronger and safer than conventional petrol or diesel tanks, as a result.