Service Tips: How to Choose the Right Fuel Type
Unless you drive an electric vehicle, you probably stop to get gas fairly often. If you do, there’s a good chance that you’ve been putting the same type of fuel in your car forever. However, is it the right type of fuel?
Today, our service team created this brief overview on how to choose the right type of fuel for your needs.
Two Main Options
While every gas pump seems to have three different grades of gas, most cars run on either regular or premium gas. The majority of vehicles utilize regular gas, while vehicles with more intricate engines – like luxury models – need premium gasoline.
Picking the Right Fuel Type
There are a couple of ways to determine which type of gas you should use. First, check out the fuel door on your car, as the information may be listed there. If it isn’t, try to find your owner’s manual, as it will definitely be in there.
Using Premium Gas When It’s Not Necessary
There’s a longstanding rumor that cars that run on regular gas will get better fuel economy or even improved performance if they use premium fuel. However, this simply isn't true, and all this will do is force you to spend more money on gas.
Not Using Premium Gas When It’s Necessary
Conversely, if your car needs premium gas, can you get away with the cheaper option? Sure, your vehicle will still run (at least for a while), but you’ll be doing severe harm to your engine. The result could be a major – and costly – repair down the road.
Do you have any other maintenance questions? Get in touch with our service center in McHenry. We'll point you towards the right parts and services for your lifestyle.
Today, our service team created this brief overview on how to choose the right type of fuel for your needs.
Two Main Options
While every gas pump seems to have three different grades of gas, most cars run on either regular or premium gas. The majority of vehicles utilize regular gas, while vehicles with more intricate engines – like luxury models – need premium gasoline.
Picking the Right Fuel Type
There are a couple of ways to determine which type of gas you should use. First, check out the fuel door on your car, as the information may be listed there. If it isn’t, try to find your owner’s manual, as it will definitely be in there.
Using Premium Gas When It’s Not Necessary
There’s a longstanding rumor that cars that run on regular gas will get better fuel economy or even improved performance if they use premium fuel. However, this simply isn't true, and all this will do is force you to spend more money on gas.
Not Using Premium Gas When It’s Necessary
Conversely, if your car needs premium gas, can you get away with the cheaper option? Sure, your vehicle will still run (at least for a while), but you’ll be doing severe harm to your engine. The result could be a major – and costly – repair down the road.
Do you have any other maintenance questions? Get in touch with our service center in McHenry. We'll point you towards the right parts and services for your lifestyle.
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