Should gas cylinders be placed horizontally or vertically in private cars?

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Brenda
07/29/25 12:09pm
Gas cylinders should be placed vertically in private cars, unless they are specially designed for horizontal placement. Otherwise, transporting gas cylinders in private cars is extremely dangerous, as private sedans are generally not specialized vehicles for transporting hazardous materials. A car trunk is not a safe: Valuable items such as cash, expensive digital products, premium liquor, and cigarettes should not be casually stored in the trunk. Hazardous materials are prohibited in the trunk: Storing lighters, gas cylinders, or adhesive materials in the car trunk can easily lead to spontaneous combustion or explosions. For your own safety, never store these hazardous items in the car trunk. Food items should not be stored in the trunk for long periods: Due to high temperatures inside the car, food can spoil quickly and produce unpleasant odors. Excessively heavy items: Long-term storage of heavy items can overload the trunk, affect the suspension, and increase vehicle load and fuel consumption. Make rational use of a spacious trunk: Develop the habit of organizing items systematically.
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