Product Code: ETC6176274 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Apr 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sumit Sagar | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Australia`s CNG and LPG vehicle market reflects a mix of environmental initiatives and economic considerations. Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) vehicles are more commonly used compared to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles due to better infrastructure and availability. Rising fuel prices and efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions have renewed interest in alternative fuel vehicles, although electric vehicles (EVs) are also gaining ground. Government incentives for cleaner vehicles, along with consumer awareness, influence market penetration, while fluctuations in oil and gas prices continue to affect vehicle conversion trends.
The CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) and LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) vehicle market in Australia is experiencing a revival, driven by rising fuel costs and increasing environmental awareness. Fleet operators and logistics companies are showing interest in alternative fuel vehicles due to lower operational costs and reduced emissions. Government incentives and investments in refueling infrastructure are helping to stimulate demand. However, electric vehicles present stiff competition, pushing CNG and LPG vehicles to innovate further for niche applications.
The CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) and LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) vehicle market in Australia faces challenges primarily due to limited refueling infrastructure and competition from electric vehicles. While CNG and LPG are seen as cleaner alternatives to petrol and diesel, the lack of a widespread network of filling stations discourages adoption. Moreover, government incentives are increasingly directed toward electric vehicles rather than gas-based alternatives. Consumer awareness and the cost of retrofitting existing vehicles further hamper market growth.
With fuel prices on the rise and a push towards alternative energy sources, Australias CNG and LPG vehicle market presents viable investment avenues. Opportunities lie in the development of refueling infrastructure, especially in regional corridors and commercial fleet hubs. Importation and assembly of CNG/LPG-compatible vehicles or conversion kits for existing vehicles could fill a market gap. Theres also scope for private players to collaborate with government transport electrification plans to create hybrid solutions that bridge CNG, LPG, and EV technologies.
Government policies in Australia related to the CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) and LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) vehicle market include incentives to reduce carbon emissions and improve air quality. Policies such as tax rebates for purchasing LPG-powered vehicles and the development of CNG refueling infrastructure are designed to make gas-powered vehicles more attractive. However, the Australian government has increasingly focused on electric vehicle (EV) adoption and has reduced some incentives for alternative fuel vehicles, which affects the long-term growth prospects for CNG and LPG vehicles. Local state governments also impose various road taxes, which can favor EVs over LPG and CNG vehicles, limiting the expansion of this market.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Fuel Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Vehicle Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Sales Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Trends |
6 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market, By Fuel Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Revenues & Volume, By Fuel Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Revenues & Volume, By Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Revenues & Volume, By Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market, By Vehicle Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Revenues & Volume, By Passenger Cars, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial Vehicles, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market, By Sales Channel |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Revenues & Volume, By OEM, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Revenues & Volume, By Aftermarket, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Opportunity Assessment, By Fuel Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Opportunity Assessment, By Vehicle Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Opportunity Assessment, By Sales Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia CNG and LPG Vehicle Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |