The energy of a gallon of gasoline with 10% ethanol is only reduced by 3% when compared to ethanol-free gasoline.
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Originally Posted by Carl in Tampa
Ethanol is an adulterant that lowers the efficiency of gasoline.
It was introduced into gasoline to reduce costs, but it also reduces the energy output of the gasoline.
The computer brain of my car recognizes different grades and mixtures of gasoline and adjusts the timing and power output of the engine accordingly.
The car runs best, is most powerful, and gives the best gas mileage, on ethanol-free gasoline.
The only problem these days is that ethanol-free gasoline costs more because it is the pure, unadulterated product.
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