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Propane Basics

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Propane, also known as liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), is a high-energy alternative fuel. It has been used for decades to fuel light-duty and heavy-duty propane vehicles. This page lists basic propane topics. To learn more, choose from the following pages.

What is propane? 


Propane as an Alternative Fuel 


Propane Production 


Propane Distribution 


Benefits