| RE: Premium vs Regular Gas
Full out, in this case, means hard accelleration on the on ramp to mix with traffic. Or foot to the floor to pass that motorhome going 30 in a 70 up the two lane road on the mountain pass. It's true. The engine will not knock on reg fuel but it's also true the same computer won't allow the engine to develop it's full potential either. It's your car and your choice.
The "fat cat" gas companies have given you a choice. There is NO difference in the "quality" of the fuel but there certainly is a difference in octane and it's very easy to prove. Just take small samples of each and send them to a petroleum lab. You won't need premium in your chevette but your Corvette will surely notice it. Getting "scientific" analysis from the same people who "proved" Audi's mysterious ability to develop super powers that could overcome a braking system is not well advised. That's why we have brake interlocks now. |