{"id":37222,"date":"2022-03-11T12:12:37","date_gmt":"2022-03-11T12:12:37","guid":{"rendered":" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/?p=37222"},"modified":"2022-03-11T12:12:37","modified_gmt":"2022-03-11T12:12:37","slug":"what-is-e85-gas-better-than-regular-gasoline","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-e85-gas-better-than-regular-gasoline\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is E85 Gas? Is It Better than Regular Gasoline?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Worried about what regular gasoline is doing to your car and the environment? Alternative fuels like E85 are a quick and effective solution. So, what is E85 gas? Find out whether your car can run efficiently on this flex fuel.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-e85-gas-better-than-regular-gasoline\/#What_is_E85_gas\" >What is E85 gas?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-e85-gas-better-than-regular-gasoline\/#Is_there_ethanol_in_your_fuel\" >Is there ethanol in your fuel?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-e85-gas-better-than-regular-gasoline\/#How_is_ethanol_made\" >How is ethanol made?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-e85-gas-better-than-regular-gasoline\/#What_is_the_difference_between_E85_and_regular_gas\" >What is the difference between E85 and regular gas?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-e85-gas-better-than-regular-gasoline\/#Can_you_use_E85_gas_in_any_car\" >Can you use E85 gas in any car?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-e85-gas-better-than-regular-gasoline\/#What_are_FFVs\" >What are FFVs?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-e85-gas-better-than-regular-gasoline\/#How_to_identify_an_FFV\" >How to identify an FFV?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-e85-gas-better-than-regular-gasoline\/#What_is_E85_gas_price\" >What is E85 gas price?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-e85-gas-better-than-regular-gasoline\/#Where_can_I_find_E85_gas_near_me\" >Where can I find E85 gas near me?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-e85-gas-better-than-regular-gasoline\/#What_are_the_pros_and_cons_of_E85_gas\" >What are the pros and cons of E85 gas?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_E85_gas\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What is E85 gas?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">E85 is a Flex Fuel, a high-level blend of ethanol and gasoline. The ethanol content in Flex Fuels ranges from 51% to 83%, depending on the season and geography. E85 contains 85% ethanol and can be used for FFV (Flexible Fuel Vehicles). The ethanol content in the fuel significantly reduces emissions and can save money in the longer run.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_37237\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-37237\" style=\"width: 768px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-37237\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/E85-gas-pump.jpg\" alt=\"E85 gas pump with price displayed\" width=\"768\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/E85-gas-pump.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/E85-gas-pump-300x225.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/E85-gas-pump-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-37237\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:E-85_(85%25_Ethanol)_Gas_Station_Pump_for_Flex-Fuel_E85_Vehicles_(28822296738).jpg\">Tony Webster from Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\">CC BY 2.0<\/a>, via Wikimedia Commons<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Before we delve deeper into the pros and cons of E85, it&#8217;s essential to understand the basics of ethanol fuel.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_there_ethanol_in_your_fuel\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Is there ethanol in your fuel?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Over 98% of gasoline sold in the USA contains some ethanol. E10 is the most common variant \u2013 it contains 10% ethanol and 90% gasoline. The ethanol in Flex Fuels helps reduce air pollution by oxygenating the fuel.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_ethanol_made\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How is ethanol made?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ethanol (ethyl alcohol or EtOH) is a colorless liquid made from &#8220;biomass,&#8221; containing various plant materials like corn grain. It is renewable and domestically produced for transportation fuel. 94% of the ethanol produced in the US is derived from corn grain starch.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ethanol production facilities in the country collect biomass feedstock, convert it into fuel, and distribute it via fuel terminals. While E10 is commonly available at fuel terminals, E85 can be sourced directly from the production facility too.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_E85_and_regular_gas\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What is the difference between E85 and regular gas?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Gas stations in the US sell three common types of fuel \u2013 Regular Gasoline, Midgrade Gasoline, and Premium Gasoline. <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/regular-gas-or-premium-gas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Regular gas is the lowest octane fuel<\/a>, which means it is the least stable. You can find out more about octane ratings and how it affects your car\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eia.gov\/energyexplained\/gasoline\/octane-in-depth.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">here<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">E85 has higher octane than regular gasoline. This means that E85 is a lot better for your car&#8217;s engine than regular gasoline. It is also a cleaner fuel with lesser harmful emissions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">On the downside, E85 burns faster and produces lesser energy than gasoline. Because denatured ethanol contains around 30% less energy per gallon than regular gas.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Reportedly, Indy 500 drivers often use E85 for their race cars because of its high octane. Though ethanol burns much faster than gasoline, its higher-octane rating helps prevent engine knocking and improve drivability.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/way-plus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-35013 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Way-Membership.png\" alt=\"Get Way+ Membership to save on car services\" width=\"794\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Way-Membership.png 794w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Way-Membership-300x111.png 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Way-Membership-768x284.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 794px) 100vw, 794px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_E85_gas_in_any_car\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Can you use E85 gas in any car?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">E85 can be used for Flexible Fuel Vehicles (FFV) only. FFVs are built to run on both gasoline and flex fuels containing up to 85% ethanol. Except for a few modifications in the fuel system and engine, these cars are similar to gasoline-only models. And they are more common than you think. You might own an FFV and not know it!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_FFVs\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What are FFVs?<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Flexible Fuel Vehicles have been around since the 1900s! There are\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/afdc.energy.gov\/vehicles\/flexible_fuel.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">more than 21 million FFVs in the US<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, and 100+ models are available in the market.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Flex Fuel cars don&#8217;t look any different than gasoline models. But they can run on both gasoline and Flex Fuels like E85 gas. FFVs have an internal combustion engine, and some models are said to produce more torque and horsepower with flex fuels than regular cars. You can\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fueleconomy.gov\/feg\/flextech.shtml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">read more about FFVs here<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_identify_an_FFV\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How to identify an FFV?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The easiest way to identify an FFV is to check the car&#8217;s gas cap. FFVs have a yellow fuel filler ring or gas cap. Some E85 flex-fuel vehicles also have labels indicating the fuel type; there are usually found next to the fuel door. Look for badges like &#8220;E85,&#8221; &#8220;Flex-Fuel,&#8221; or &#8220;FFV,&#8221; too.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You can also check the owner&#8217;s manual to determine which fuels can be used in your car. Car Manufacturers&#8217; websites also have this information.\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/afdc.energy.gov\/vehicles\/search\/results?view_mode=grid&amp;search_field=vehicle&amp;search_dir=desc&amp;per_page=8&amp;current=true&amp;display_length=25&amp;fuel_id=11,-1&amp;all_categories=y&amp;manufacturer_id=365,377,211,235,410,215,223,225,379,219,213,209,351,385,275,424,361,387,243,227,239,425,263,217,391,349,381,383,237,221,347,395,-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Check here for a list of FFV models currently available in the US.<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-37235\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Gas-pump-E85.jpg\" alt=\"Gas pump nozzles in a service station, Close up fuel nozzles at gas station, Panel and Dashboard of fuel nozzles of E85 E20 Gasohol 91and Diesel.\" width=\"855\" height=\"582\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Gas-pump-E85.jpg 1000w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Gas-pump-E85-300x204.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Gas-pump-E85-768x523.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 855px) 100vw, 855px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_E85_gas_price\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What is E85 gas price?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/gas-shortage-prices-united-states\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gasoline prices<\/a> are dependent on the gas station&#8217;s location, the political climate in the country, time of year, and several other factors. Alternate fuels like E85 also have price fluctuations due to these factors. However, generally, E85 is much cheaper than regular gasoline and E10. You can check the current\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/e85prices.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">E85 gas rates in the country here<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_I_find_E85_gas_near_me\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Where can I find E85 gas near me?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/knoema.com\/atlas\/topics\/Energy\/Renewables\/Fuel-ethanol-consumption\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The US tops the world in fuel ethanol consumption<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0with 949.23 thousand barrels per day. There are over 39K E85 gas stations across the country, covering 42 states. You can locate Flex Fuel gas stations online \u2013\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/afdc.energy.gov\/fuels\/ethanol_locations.html#\/find\/nearest?fuel=E85\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">check this map<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0and filter your location to find E85 gas near you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Important:\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/strong><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ethanol is poisonous and flammable; it is not to be confused with beverage alcohol. All safety measures applicable to gasoline must be taken around E85 and other Flex Fuels.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_37232\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-37232\" style=\"width: 702px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-37232\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/us-public-and-private-al-1024x482.png\" alt=\"chart showing alternative fuel station in US\" width=\"702\" height=\"330\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/us-public-and-private-al-1024x482.png 1024w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/us-public-and-private-al-300x141.png 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/us-public-and-private-al-768x361.png 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/us-public-and-private-al-1536x723.png 1536w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/us-public-and-private-al.png 1700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-37232\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image by \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/afdc.energy.gov\/data\/10332\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alternative Fuels Data Center<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_pros_and_cons_of_E85_gas\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What are the pros and cons of E85 gas?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">70% of petroleum consumption and 30% of the country&#8217;s total energy needs come from the transportation sector. As E85 is cheaper than regular gas, it helps reduce transportation energy costs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A notable advantage of using E85 gas is that it helps reduce emissions. The carbon dioxide emitted by vehicles using Flex Fuels is offset by the feedstock crops grown to produce ethanol. Using petroleum products like regular gas does not offset any carbon dioxide produced by vehicles.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As ethanol produces less energy per gallon than gasoline, the main concern about E85 is decreasing fuel economy. In comparison to regular gas, you&#8217;ll get lower MPG with E85. But you can also look at it this way:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ethanol doesn&#8217;t leave any burning deposits, as it is an excellent solvent. So, E85 effectively cleans the engine, fuel injectors, valves, and exhaust system. E85 is better for your vehicle&#8217;s health and lowers maintenance costs in the longer run.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As for the lower MPG, consider that E85 costs much less than regular gas.\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/eflexfuel.com\/us\/blog\/does-e85-affect-gas-mileage-does-it-lower-mpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So, even when mileage reduces, you could be saving money on fuel costs.<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0Besides, if your vehicle&#8217;s engine is optimized for high-level blends like E85, the fuel economy can improve.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><em>Here\u2019s more info on\u00a0<\/em><a tabindex=\"-1\" title=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/airport-parking\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/airport-parking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Link top-rated airport parking\"><em>top-rated airport parking<\/em><\/a><em>,\u00a0<\/em><a tabindex=\"-1\" title=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cities\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Link the best parking spots in your city\"><em>the best parking spots in your city<\/em><\/a><em>, the most\u00a0<\/em><a tabindex=\"-1\" title=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/insurance\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Link affordable insurance\"><em>affordable insurance<\/em><\/a><em>\u00a0for your car, and\u00a0<\/em><a tabindex=\"-1\" title=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/car-wash-near-me\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/car-wash-near-me\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Link top-rated car washes near you\"><em>top-rated car washes near you<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Worried about what regular gasoline is doing to your car and the environment? Alternative fuels like E85 are a quick and effective solution. So, what is E85 gas? Find out whether your car can run efficiently on this flex fuel.\u00a0\u00a0 What is E85 gas?\u00a0 E85 is a Flex Fuel, a high-level blend of ethanol and&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-e85-gas-better-than-regular-gasoline\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">What Is E85 Gas? 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