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What Should I Know About Premium vs. Regular Gasoline?

Does premium gasoline really make enough of a difference to warrant the greater cost? Share your own experiences with other members.



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by jsd400
Jan 07 '08 Is Premium gas that expensive?
Premium gas not that much more than regular. Do the math for yourself and ask yourself if you would rather replace a piston or buy a new engine. ... read full review
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by cal48boy
Jan 12 '06 Avoid LIKE THE PLAGUE,,"Premium Gas Required" Automobiles !!
IT IS A WASTE, 20-50 CENTS/GALLON MORE,EVERY FILL-UP,,,LOOK FOR BETTER ENGINEERING INSTEAD,,,LIKE THE 90'S TOYOTA MR2,,,SUPERFAST AND SUPER HANDLING, ALL ON "REGULAR GAS",,,... read full review
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by aladyleo76
Oct 16 '03 Regular Octane vs High Octane
Don't waste your money on high octane unless it is absolutely necessary.... read full review
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by alexisgion
Mar 24 '03 epinion from scientific point of view
Occasional use of additives is a much less expensive way to maintain engine cleanliness than regular use of premium gasoline.... read full review
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by undergraduate
Apr 21 '02 Wasting money on ignorance
Buy the gas with the octane rating that your car needs.... read full review
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by cowboyind
Nov 14 '01 Premium vs. Regular Gas: How to Decide
Most cars don't need premium, but a few do -- and not necessarily the ones you'd expect. And premium's not likely to "clean" your engine, either.... read full review
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by xcarguy2001
Aug 21 '01 High Octane Gas Gives Most Vehicles Heartburn!
If you use the right oil, and keep the tire pressure just so, why would you not use the right gas to keep your car running to factory specs?... read full review
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by bonniesayers
Jun 04 '01 Pump up at 76 - Premium Style
My Minivan rides smoothly with high octane petroleum from Union 76, the official pit stop for NASCAR!... read full review
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by Nannette28
Jun 03 '01 The difference is cost and qaulity.
Gas costs, so does maintenance on your vehicle and you can lessen the damages to your engine by using one brand regularly and if you can afford it premium grade.... read full review
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by bettynana
Jun 03 '01 12 cents a gallon - no more!
Better is better! The old saying you get what you pay for is true . It will run smoother and cost less in repairs. ... read full review
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by samuelc17
May 15 '01 The fact and science behind premium gas and Octane rating
higher Octane rating means that your car can run under higher compression ratio. So it has no impact on your MPG or car performance. Just use the MFG recommended rating.... read full review
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by dkozin
Apr 15 '01 Before Switching To The Premium Gas, Try To Clean Your Fuel System.
If you have an older car that starts to knock/ping or loses power, before trying to switch to a higher grade gas, try to clean your fuel system.... read full review
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by ByronFoxx
Dec 22 '00 Most cars do not need it!
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by Birdman1975
Dec 12 '00 Why pay more for premium? It's cheaper than a new engine!
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by cyfineckis
Nov 20 '00 An Insider's View on This Issue
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