Car manufacturers are being encouraged to reintroduce LPG-powered models to their UK ranges as concerns about vehicle emissions and air quality problems have grown following the scandal of Volkswagen’s fixing of emission tests. In Europe more than 17 vehicle manufacturers offer LPG-powered models, but none offers LPG variants in their UK range. Rob Shuttleworth, chief executive of LPG trade association UKLPG, said: "We urge the automotive industry to give consumers the chance to benefit from this proven solution."

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