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Why is summer fuel more expensive than winter fuel?
It sounds like a song parody about the exorbitant price of gas in the summer. But did you know that more than 20 different "boutique fuel blends" are sold from June to September?
FUEL CONSUMPTION
Fuel consumption is a major issue in today's world. Because oil reserves are running low, we will need to cut our fuel consumption or else the cost of gasoline will only go up. Check out these great fuel consumption articles from HowStuffWorks.
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Is diesel fuel better for the environment?Many countries are using more diesel fuel for a variety of reasons. Learn whether diesel fuel is good for the environment from this article. See more »
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What does octane mean?
Adding a chemical called tetraethyl to gasoline can significantly improve the gasoline's octane rating. So what does octane mean? Read on to find out. See more »
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What is the problem with MTBE in gasoline?
If you have ever pumped gas that claimed to "oxygenated" -- something that is common in most urban areas in the winter -- then you have used gasoline containing MTBE. See more »
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Could the Time of Day Lower Your Gas Price?
Gas prices are climbing back up to heartbreak level again. We're paying like three and a quarter here in Los Angeles. Learn more about lower your gas prices during certain times of the day. See more »
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MPG Meters: Why You Should Get One
Why you should get a MPG meter. Learn why you should get a MPG meter in this article. See more »
