Posted on 2/28/2023
When it comes to fueling up your vehicle, you may have noticed that there are a variety of fuel types and octane levels to choose from. It's important to know the difference between these options and how they can affect the performance of your vehicle. First, let's start with the different fuel types. The most common types of fuel found at gas stations are gasoline and diesel. Gasoline is used in most passenger cars and light-duty trucks, while diesel fuel is mainly used in larger vehicles such as buses, trucks, and heavy equipment. Both gasoline and diesel have their own specific properties that make them more suitable for different types of engines. Next, let's talk about octane levels. Octane is a measure of a fuel's ability to resist engine knocking or pinging during combustion, caused by the air/fuel mixture detonating prematurely in the motor. The higher the octane number, the more compression the fuel can withstand before detonating. The most common octane lev ... read more