Dual-Fuel Driving Starts with Autogas Conversion
A different way to drive: How to convert your car to autogas in Northern Ireland
Converted cars are dual-fuel, which means you can switch easily between autogas and petrol (and, for some vehicles, diesel). Learn more below.
What’s Involved?
All conversions should be carried out by a competent specialist, who will include safety features. A typical conversion includes:
- A separate LPG tank is installed neatly in the vehicle.
- Fuel injectors and control components to deliver LPG safely.
- A small dashboard indicator/control for fuel status updates.
- An external filling point fitted to the vehicle.
Find a conversion centre
Antrim
- Diamond Autogas
27 Ballyclan Road, Crumlin, ANTRIM, BT29 4QZ, Contact: Jim McMahon, Tel: +44 28 9082 5722, Email: jmcmahon@ballyclan.fsnet.co.uk - Holmes Motors
2-20 Beersbridge Roadm, BELFAST, BT5 4BF, Contact: Paul Holmes, Tel: +44 28 9045 1850, Fax: +44 28 9045 5255, Email: mail@holmes-motors.com, Website: holmes motors website
Armagh
- Automotive Gas Systems
Unit 11 Cido Complex, Carn Drive, Portadown, Co. Armagh, BT63 5WH, Contact: Alastair Hewitt, Tel: +44 28 3833 3001
Down
- Go Gas
78 Ballyculter Road, Strangford, Co. Down, BT30 7BB, Contact: Mark Johnston, Tel: +44 28 4488 1643 / +44 7977 535 155 / +44 7809 607 055, Fax: +44 28 4488 1643
Derry
- Emerald Autofuels Ltd
6 Beech Park, Drumahoe, Derry, BT47 3NR, Tel: +44 28 7130 1772 / +44 78 1698 5673, Email: info@emeraldautofuels.co.uk, Website: emeraldautofuels website
Tyrone
- Alternative Fuel Company
131 Caledon Road, Aughnacloy, Co. Tyrone, BT69 6HZ, Contact: Peter Domzala, Tel: +44 7862 221 743
What to ask your chosen conversion centre
Once you’ve found a conversion centre in Northern Ireland, you’ll need to speak to them to make sure your car is suitable for autogas. Here is a list of common questions you should ask before you make a booking:
- Is my specific make/model suitable for conversion?
- Where will the tank be fitted, and will it affect boot space?
- What servicing/inspection is recommended after conversion?
- What filling connector will my vehicle use (and do I need an adaptor)?
In Northern Ireland, the standard filling connection is typically a bayonet type. The Republic of Ireland commonly uses an ACME-type connection. If your vehicle’s connector doesn’t match the station fitting, you may need an autogas adaptor bayonet solution. Speak to your conversion centre to learn more.
Enquire now
Call us on 028 9073 2611 or fill out the form below to discuss autogas for your business in Northern Ireland.