Amid unpredictable fuel prices, Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) is gaining popularity as an alternative vehicle fuel in Kenya due to its lower cost and cleaner combustion. While offering significant savings, especially for commercial drivers, LPG vehicle conversions present legal and safety considerations.

• The initial conversion cost for a vehicle to run on LPG typically ranges from Ksh70,000 to Ksh150,000.
• The Kenyan Traffic Act, Section 51, stipulates that modifications to a vehicle's fuel system must be officially approved and reflected in the logbook, with non-compliance risking hefty fines and up to a three-year jail term.
• Many insurance companies are unwilling to cover vehicles with unapproved fuel system conversions, while the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) and the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) are developing a regulatory framework for LPG use in vehicles.