The time when an LPG tank took a lot of space is far behind us. For many cars, modern space-saving toroidal tanks are now available. This toroidal tank is mounted in the place of the spare wheel. The spare wheel itself can be mounted (for example in a station wagon) standing against the side wall of the luggage compartment. If the car is equipped with a small spare wheel (home comer) then this can often be mounted on the toroidal tank, or for example against the back wall in the back seat. However, you can also omit the spare wheel. In this case, you arm yourself against a flat tire with a special spray can (see below), which temporarily close a flat tire. This allows you to continue at a slower speed, until you have the opportunity to have the tire replaced. Other space-saving possibilities of installation are tanks which are mounted under the car.
A spare wheel in the car is not required by law.
No loss of space in the trunk, the tank is mounted under the boot plate. In this Toyota a cylindrical tank was used for this purpose. However, in most cars, an LPG toroidal tank can be used that is shaped like your wheel.
Toroidal tank
The toroidal tank is a round tank that is mounted on the spot of the spare wheel, in the car in the cockpit of the spare wheel or under the car. As a result, it is not visible and, very importantly, it does not take up a luggage compartment. If you are going on holiday, you can just take all your bags with you. Two solutions are possible for your spare tyre:
1. The tire can be repaired by a special spray can with which the flat tire is temporarily closed. As with a home bringer, you can then drive at a lower speed until you have the opportunity to (have) the tire replaced or repaired.
2. In a number of cases, a ‘home bowl’ can be attached to the ring tank or hung under the car via a bracket. So you ride on LPG and always have a spare wheel with you!