Learn when premium fuel is actually required, what the different grades mean, and how to avoid paying too much.

Selecting a grade of gasoline simply because it has a higher octane rating might not be the best choice for your car or your budget. While some vehicles can benefit from premium gas, most drivers can ...

Fuel is a must for vehicle owners to get from point A to B. Knowing which type of gas you should spend money on can prove crucial under certain conditions. Gas prices continue to rise, and considering ...

The higher the fuel’s octane rating, the less likely it is to prematurely ignite and cause engine knocking. phive2015/Adobe Stock We see the numbers every day at the local gas station, with gas sold ...

As much fun as it is to hop onto a motorcycle and crank it up, it's not as simple as pressing a button and hitting the road, at least not until electric motorcycles get less expensive. Like any engine ...

Car Care is a twice-monthly series offering maintenance best practices and DIY tips for car owners. You’re not alone in thinking that pumping gas has gotten more confusing. With more fuel options than ...

Q: Can you address the difference, if any, between non-oxygenated versus other gas? One gas station I use has regular octane 87, premium octane 92 and non-oxygenated octane 91. They say their premium ...

For automobile owners looking for ways to get maximum performance out of their vehicle, there is no particular shortage of options that can ensure your engine is, as the saying goes, "firing on all ...

Gasoline is a mystery to most hot rodders. For the most part, we just fill up the tank and forget about the fuel. The most difficult question is whether to step up from 89 to 92 octane. As you might ...

Gas prices in the northwest continue to sit above the national average, according to AAA, as prices nationwide continually increase to new record highs. The average price of regular unleaded gas in ...