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Superethanol E85: growing success! News from Auto Plus in your smartphone News from Auto Plus in your mailbox

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Superethanol E85: growing success!  News from Auto Plus in your smartphone News from Auto Plus in your mailbox

Since the beginning of the year, the price of fuel has increased to a maximum. You know this very well. And it will not improve, at least while the war in Ukraine continues, and Russia has very significantly reduced its imports due to European sanctions. Fortunately, a small discount of 30 cents imposed by the government keeps prices at an acceptable level, especially at TotalEnergies. The company also offers a discount of 20 cents, which can be combined. However, we are still far from the prices reflected in 2020, barely above €1.40. Except for one fuel: E85, which still costs less than €1.

increasingly popular

Therefore, it is not surprising that it is becoming more and more popular among motorists. A few weeks ago, a specialist in the sector, Flexfuel, announced that it had installed 100,000 converters, a record. But there is another sign that proves that superethanol E85 increasingly attractive. Indeed, the number of service stations distributing this fuel is growing, with a total of 3,145. Since the beginning of the year alone, 420 new stations have been opened, allowing customers with a compatible car to stock up. And without a doubt, the development of this cheaper alternative must accelerate.

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Lots of assets

It is cheaper to pump, E85 too more ecological and mostly made in France. In addition, it is especially appreciated during this period of scarcity, when it is usually the only fuel available at service stations. Its advantage is that it hasn’t been used too often yet, but it shouldn’t last. Especially since it can be mixed with unleaded, still taking a few precautions.

Author: Mary Lizak
Source: Auto Plus

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