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Advantages and disadvantages of using LPG in Car

Explain advantages and disadvantages of using the LPG in Car?

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Advantages include:

a) Fuel saving
b) Complete combustion
c) Homogenous combustion

Disadvantages include:

a)  Since complete combustion is happening, more heat is released, not suggested for the long journey, engine will get over heated
b) Difficult Installation 
c)  Reduced efficiency of the engine life

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