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June 17, 2008

Drivers Turning to Lower-Grade Gas

ARLINGTON, Va. — As the price of fuel continues to climb, more drivers are trying to save 20 or so cents a gallon by using regular or midgrade gasoline, even when their owner’s manuals recommend premium, according to The New York Times.

For gas station managers, fuel suppliers and motorists across the country, the run on the cheaper fuel has led to more uncertainty at the pumps, as some stations have run out of the cheaper grades.

Posted by Peter C. T. Elsworth  at 5:42 PM to Gas prices | Permalink | Comments 0


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