Car Explosions and Fires on the Rise in Armenia
The use of natural gas to power cars in Armenia has led to an increase in explosions and fires due to poor safety standards.
A recent incident on September 2 in Yerevan resulted in a car explosion, injuring three people and damaging eleven cars and a public bus.
- Over 70% of cars in Armenia run on natural gas (CNG) due to its affordability.
- Natural gas is significantly cheaper than gasoline, which is expensive to import.
However, the conversion and refueling infrastructure lack government oversight, leading to safety issues and accidents involving exploding gas tanks.
Statistics show a 50% jump in car explosions this year, with 21 recorded incidents, and an increasing number of vehicle fires since 2021, averaging 463 cases per year.
Author's summary: Armenia sees rise in car explosions and fires due to poor safety.
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