Fueling Performance

a person at a fuel pump filling up their car

Gasoline is a vital fuel for internal combustion engines, it comes in various forms, each with distinct characteristics determined by its composition and octane rating. Octane rating is a measure of a fuel’s resistance to knocking or detonation. It plays a crucial role in engine performance and efficiency. Exploring the different forms of gasoline and […]

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Prices Climbing 

For the fourth straight week, gasoline prices have risen according to data from AAA on Monday.  Gasoline prices have risen 32.7 cents over the last month as crude prices also have increased.  Over the past week alone, gasoline is up 11.8 cents which is 9.4 cents higher than they were a year ago before the […]

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That’s a wrap on the holiday season

With known supply chain issues plaguing holiday shoppers, many shopped early to acquire the hot holiday gifts.  Mastercard SpendingPulse called 2021 a “resurgent season for retailers” for the holiday season that runs from November 1 to December 24.  Retail sales, excluding automotive, increased 8.5% in comparison with 2020.  Online sales grew 11% from the same […]

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A new EPA standard

On Monday, December 20th, President Joe Biden committed to raising the average fuel mileage on new vehicles to 40 MPG in passenger cars and light duty trucks.  EPA standards will be improved upon annually until the 40 MPG target is achieved in the year 2026.   The most recent target was 32 MPG, set by the […]

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Ethanol Performance Effects

There is a lot of curiosity surrounding retail gas pumps now-a-days, especially with so many different options to choose.  Not only do a handful of locations still sell conventional gasoline (0% ethanol), but additionally that same pump may display choices anywhere from E10, the new standard for gasoline, all the way to E85.  However, the […]

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Gas Prices Rising Again After Brief Lull

Anyone frequenting a gas pump this summer has noticed a dramatic increase in cost compared to last year’s driving season, and industry analysts don’t see things changing in the near future. In the week leading up to July 26th, America’s average gas price dropped two cents to $3.15 per gallon. The American Automobile Association (AAA) […]

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