The U.S. Energy Information Administration recently found that an astonishing 95% of pump gas in the country is E10. In other words, most gas in vehicles today have about 10% ethanol in the mix. As this has become the normal, emissions standards have naturally had to evolve. Yet CARB diurnal SHED testing revealed that certain […]
An important facet of engine repair is making sure your carburetor is clean, and you can do this in a few simple steps. Before touching your engine, gather the required tools and materials. The first step is to remove the carburetor from the engine and place it in a container to catch the excess gas. […]
Upcoming Exhaust Emission Regulation in California Means Big Changes California has the toughest air quality regulations of any state in the country. However, these regulations still aren’t strict enough to satisfy a new state law requiring California to double the rate at which it cuts greenhouse gases. To meet these new standards, auto manufacturers need […]
Today’s gasoline fuel centers are serving more ethanol fuel blends. In fact, most of the gasoline purchased by US consumers contains some ethanol, as fuel producers strive to meet the requirements of the 1990 Clean Air Act (RFG Fuel) which regards ethanol as a cleaner alternative to traditional petroleum fuels.[1] E10, a fuel mixture of […]
