There are often many different types of gas available at the pump. Octane rating or grade rating typically falls under three categories.
Regular – usually 87, mid-grade – usually 89-90 and premium – usually 91-93. The higher the number, the more stable the gas is when it burns inside your engine.
Some engines are designed to only run-on high-octane fuel, while others can be designed to run on any grades.
You may see E15 or E85 options. This refers to the ethanol content of the gas. Just like some engines are designed only for high octane fuels, some engines are designed to be able to run on high ethanol content fuels and some are not.
Running the wrong type of fuel in your engine can cause poor fuel economy, engine performance issues and in some cases fuel system damage. The most important thing is to refer to your owner’s manual to see if there are any types of fuel that should not be run in your specific vehicle.
This content was provided by James Hagen at Total Care Care located in rural Preston, MN. For more information, call or text 507-322-4057 or visit www.yourtotalcarcare.com.
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