E 10 Could Be Banned in Oregon

The ethanol complaints tend to come from Republicans, but three of the bills have Democratic supporters. The politicians said they’re hearing widespread complaints from voters.
Sen. Vicki Walker, D-Eugene, co-sponsored the bill that would eliminate the ethanol blend requirements. She testified Thursday, saying the ethanol blend reduced the mileage in her hybrid Toyota from 42 mpg [...]

Follow the Money

More research on E10 should have us boiling mad.
First our prices have not gone down. They should and here is why.
10% of our gasoline has been replaced by a cheaper product, ethanol. As of this morning the rack price is $2.22 per gallon. that’s less than $3 – right?
Under the Jobs Creation Act 2005 the [...]

Less Gas in Your Gas

Mainers have you noticed that your gas prices are going up? AND you are actually paying more for less. Next fill-up look closely at the pump. Most likely you will see a sticker announcing that you are buying gas with 10% ethanol.
Why am I upset? Well the pump price did not go down but the [...]

Missouri ethanol mandate kicks in quietly

By DAVID A. LIEB
Associated Press Writer
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –
Selecting the button for regular 87-grade octane, Steve Smith thought he was filling his sports utility vehicle with ethanol-free gasoline.
 
"I don’t buy super unleaded, knowing that it’s ethanol," Smith said, citing a general apprehension about how ethanol could affect his vehicle.
But Smith was buying ethanol-blended gasoline and [...]