In the future, it is expected that there will be 50-100 additional stations in Southern California. Number of natural gas vehicles working in the city of Long Beach Since natural gas burns cleaner than other fuels, it provides longer engine life and lower maintenance costs. Natural gas is an extremely safe fuel for vehicles, with over thirty years of experience and millions of problem-free miles. The storage cylinders are significantly stronger than gasoline tanks. Natural gas is lighter than air and will dissipate safely into the atmosphere in the unlikely event of a leak or rupture in the fuel system.
Natural gas is a domestic fuel in the United States.
Since it is not imported, its increased use could help national energy security and reduce the nation's trade deficit. Long Beach was designated as California's first Clean City . This U.S. Department of Energy Designation means Long Beach is committed to cleaning the air by using natural gas as an alternative fuel for vehicles.