Standard petrol is changing - know your fuel

This Summer, the standard petrol grade in the UK will become E10, and this may have implications for some older cars…

In order to reduce CO² emissions, fossil fuels are being mixed with a small proportion of plant-based Ethanol, known as 'bio-fuel'. Currently 5% of standard petrol is Ethanol, called E5, but this percentage is now being increased to 10%, called E10.

Is my car compatible?

Around 91% of cars are believed to be compatible, including:

1. All petrol cars manufactured after 2011
2. All Honda petrol cars equipped with Honda PGM-FI Electronic Fuel Injection -- fitted on all models from the 1996 model year.

How to check your car is compatible

If you are still unsure whether your Honda is compatible then:

• Check your owner's manual
• Look inside the fuel filler flap
• Call Honda Customer Service on 0845 200 8000
• Contact our Service Department on 01932 874411

What if my car is not compatible?

The good news is that E5 will remain available through the 'Super Unleaded' 97-99 RON fuel grade, for example Shell VPower Unleaded. Shell VPower is a premium quality 99 RON fuel, which delivers 4% more power than the standard fuel grade, and contains 3 x more cleaning and friction reducing additives, removing built-up deposits and restoring the performance of your engine.

How will I know if a fuel is E5 or E10?

Pump nozzles and signage around the pumps should make it clear whether or not a fuel is E5 or E10.

Learn more

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