The last of TransCab's Compressed Natural Gas taxis was scrapped last month, due to limited refuelling stations and poor cost advantages over normal cabs.
According to experts, compressed natural gas vehicles have a far lower chance of bursting into flames than petrol models.
The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has announced that it is now requiring all compressed natural gas vehicles to undergo an inspection by 9th June.
The Land Transport Authority is requiring all CNG vehicles to undergo inspections at authorised inspection centres by 9th June.
Four men, including an SCDF Officer who Malay Daily Berita Harian identified as Mr. Eka Putra, 20, were injured in Sunday's incident.
The increased local tariffs and reduced rebates on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles imposed by the Government has affected their popularity.