Classic American

The truth about E10 and your classic American

The amount of ethanol in the UK’s pump petrol could soon double to 10%. A Government consultation on E10 fuel comes to an end in mid-September and may pave the way for widespread introduction of the new blend. But this could be bad news for owners of older cars, which will need some modification to use the new fuel safely.

Other countries have had to deal with E10 fuels for some time – in the US, gasoline has contained either 10% or 15% ethanol since 2012, with E10

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Classic American

Classic American4 min read
Auction Watch
Ascot Racecourse This well preserved 1967 26ft Overlander by Airstream International boasts polished aluminium inside and out. It’s been refitted to offer modern creature comforts after an interior restoration which has kept the retro feel, but intro
Classic American5 min read
Back in Black
Thanks to its iconic status on the big screen (plus not forgetting a certain series on TV), the 1968 Dodge Charger RT regularly appears at the top of American car fans’ wish lists. Yet, for Ian Ball, making his dream car become a reality wasn’t quite
Classic American4 min read
Event Report Wheels Day
The Surrey Street Rodders celebrated their 50th anniversary with a new venue for their annual Wheels Day show which traditionally kicks off the start of the car show season on Good Friday for American car fans, rodders, custom car fans and… well, jus

Related Books & Audiobooks