US petrol station reaches E85 landmark

摘要

The number of fuel stations in the US offering Flex-Fuel E85 has reached a new milestone. E85 (or flex fuel) is a term that refers to high-level ethanol-gasoline blends containing 51-83% ethanol, depending on geography and season. A Casey's General Store in Ankeny, Iowa, became the 5,000th station nationwide to sell E85. While offering lower emissions than traditional fuel, the E85 blend also offers a price advantage to consumers. Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) president and CEO Geoff Cooper said: "Reaching the 5,000-station mark is a significant achievement for the ethanol industry and our partner in the retail sector.