U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-M.S.) and David Vitter (R-La.) have introduced legislation to block an increase in the amount of ethanol that can be blended with gasoline. The bill would overturn Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) waivers that allowed gasoline containing 15 percent ethanol (E15) to be used for many passenger cars and light trucks, and would prohibit the agency from granting future waivers for any blends above 10 percent ethanol.
02-25-2013
U.S. Senators Introduce Legislation to Block Ethanol Increases
EPA Releases Requirements for Retailers Planning to Offer E-15
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has outlined the conditions fuel retailers need to meet to sell higher-ethanol gasoline through a blender pump鈥攐ne that offers both E10 and E15 through a common hose and nozzle.
02-18-2013
Debate Over E15, Renewable Fuels Continues
AAA’s call for a halt in the sale of gasoline containing 15 percent ethanol has sparked debate. The American Petroleum Industry released a point-by-point analysis of the Renewable Fuels Association’s statement about AAA’s position.
12-10-2012
AAA Urges Officials to Halt E15 Sales
AAA is urging regulators and fuel producers to stop the sale of E-15, a gasoline blend containing 15 percent ethanol, citing the potential for consumer confusion, voided warranties and vehicle damage.
12-03-2012