David Bilsborough, Business Owner at Cheshire Cars said many vehicle owners “won’t be able to run on E10”. He warned that any drivers who are “experiencing problems” with their vehicles could be suffering from the effects of the new petrol.
He said: “It certainly is the case that in some cars you will only be able to use E5.
“You won’t be able to run them on E10 without serious risk and serious damage to your engine.
“For some people, you will need to just use E5.”
He added: “If your car is experiencing problems it could be to do with the new E10 fuel.
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The experts added that the tests from the Department for Transport found a range of issues with the new fuel.
This included degradation to fuel hoses, blocked file filers and corrosion of the fuel tank.
Rubber was said to be “particularly affected” with owners who use the new fuel urged to use additives to limit the damage.
The Department for Transport addressed damage concerns in their Introducing E10 Petrol report.
They said respondents not in favour of introducing E10 had concerns mainly around vehicle compatibility
Many owners of classic and cherished vehicles warned of the possible damage ethanol-based fuel can do to rubbers and alloys.
However, the DfT said as a compromise, older E5 fuel would still be available for those who needed it.
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