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Fuel-Testers supports E85 Flex Fuel Vehicles...
E85 FLEX-FUEL VEHICLES
For years we had several pages on our website intended to promote and education consumers on E85 (FLEX FUEL) and other alternative fuels...Consumer interest lacked and pages were removed - Many thought we were misguided in promoting FFV's. Words such as "tree-hugger" were negatively directed towards us. Now with E10 widespread, and a website that offers simple solutions to safely manage E10 (and/or locate non-ethanol fuel when indicated), the feedback has changed, and some leave our website falsely believing we are "anti-ethanol"... We are not.
Alternative/Renewable Fuels - Truth, Reality and Facts
Fuel-Testers Company and MLR Solutions support any "alternative" and "renewable" fuel that will decrease our dependence on foreign fuel and protect the environment.
While we don't expect ethanol to become the primary "fuel of the future" - E85 and Flex Fuel Vehicles are here now-
And if that's the best we have, I think all concerned consumers should consider purchasing an alternative vehicle, or at the least a very fuel-efficient automobile (hybrids, etc.).
During past 1-2 years most states have rapidly switched to E10 to help meet federally enacted renewable fuel quotas/mandates.- Non-alcohol fuel pumps are quickly disappearing. Increase in E85 use could allow non-ethanol conventional gas to return.
The biggest obstacle we've seen with E85 fuel is the lack of E85 pumps in every town.
Note: There are other issues that have held back E85, but most could easily be resolved by competent government and petroleum industry actions.
Regardless of how we address U.S. energy needs in the future, consumers deserve a choice at the pump now-
This must include non-ethanol gasoline, E10 and other mid-grade blends, E85 and other future renewable fuels.
Several states have recently proposed or passed "ethanol-free premium" legislation to offer consumer choice at the pump.
Fuel Testers supports energy independence. The U.S. currently imports about 70% of petroleum we use - This is unacceptable and a threat to our economy and national security. Installing E85 gas pumps in every town of the U.S. will help to encourage FFV sales, that run on 85% ethanol and only 15% petroleum.
In time we will add more to this page (pros and cons of flex fuel) - For now I encourage anyone looking to purchase a new vehicle to consider one of the many flex-fuel automobiles listed below, available at most many major automakers in the U.S.
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Top Flexible-Fuel Vehicles for 2008
2008 E85 FLEXIBLE-FUEL VEHICLES
MAKE MODEL ENGINE
Chevrolet Impala 3.5-liter V-6
Chevrolet Impala 3.9-liter V-6
Chevrolet Avalanche 5.3-L V-8
Chevrolet Express 5.3-liter V-8
Chevrolet Silverado 5.3-liter V-6
Chevrolet Suburban 5.3-L V-8
Chevrolet Tahoe 5.3-liter V-8
Chevrolet Uplander 3.9-L V-6
Chrysler Aspen 4.7-liter V-8
Chrysler Sebring 2.7-liter V-6
Chrysler Sebring 2.7-liter V-6
Dodge Avenger 2.7-liter V-6
Dodge Dakota 4.7-liter V-8
Dodge Durango 4.7-liter V-8
Dodge Grand Caravan 3.3-L V-6
Dodge Ram 1500 4.7-liter V-8
Ford Crown Victoria 4.6-L V-8
Ford F-150 5.4-L V-8
GMC Savana 5.3-L V-8
GMC Sierra 5.3-L V-8
GMC Yukon 5.3-L V-8
GMC Yukon XL 5.3-L V-8
Jeep Commander 4.7-L V-8
Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.7-L
Lincoln Town Car 4.6-L V-8
Mercedes C300 3.0-liter V-6
Mercury Grand Marquis 4.6-L V-8
Mitsubishi Raider 4.7-liter V-8
Nissan Armada 5.6-liter V-8
Nissan Titan 5.6-liter V-8
View mpg and more information at greencar.com.
4/2009, page edit/update in progress.
More FFV's...
Buick Terraza (2007)
Chevrolet Avalanche (2005-2007)
Chevrolet Impala (2006-2008)
Chevrolet Monte Carlo (2006-2007)
Chevrolet S-10 (2000-2002)
Chevrolet Silverado (2002-2007)
Chevrolet Suburban (2002-2007)
Chevrolet Tahoe (2006-2007)
Chevrolet Uplander (2007)
Chrysler Aspen (2007)
Chrysler Sebring Sedan (2003-2008)
Chrysler Town & Country (1998-2003)
Chrysler/Plymouth Voyager (1998-2003)
Dodge Avenger (2008)
Dodge Caravan (1998-2000; 2004-2007)
Dodge Cargo (2003)
Dodge Dakota (2007)
Dodge Durango (2006-2007)
Dodge Grand Caravan (2004-2007)
Dodge Stratus (2003-2006)
Dodge Ram 1500 (2004-2007)
GMC Sierra (2002-2007)
GMC Sonoma (2000-2002)
GMC Yukon and Yukon XL (2002-2007)
Ford Crown Victoria (2006-2008)
Ford Explorer (2002-2005)
Ford Explorer Sport Trac (2004-2005)
Ford F-150 (2006-2007)
Ford Ranger (1999-2000)
Ford Ranger SuperCab (2001-2003)
Ford Taurus (1995-2006)
Isuzu Hombre (2000-2001)
Jeep Commander (2007)
Jeep Grand Cherokee (2007)
Lincoln Town Car (2006)
Mazda B3000 (1999, 2001-2003)
Mercedes-Benz C240 (2005)
Mercedes-Benz C320 (2003-2005)
Mercedes-Benz C300 (2007)
Mercury Grand Marquis (2006-2008)
Mercury Mountaineer (2002-2005)
Mercury Sable (2002-2004)
Nissan Titan (2005-2008)
Nissan Armada (2007-2008)
For E10 information visit our website directory to view topics.
Most flex fuel automobile model designs have been customized to meet the limited styles of few who purchase them.
E.G. Government employees = basic 4 door sedan and pick-up truck models and
environmentally-focused individuals = Jeep and SUV.
More sporty and stylish FFV styles are being introduced to meet the needs and desires of your average consumer and business commuter; E.G. Dodge Avenger and Mercedes C models.
E85 can only be used in flex-fuel automobiles and custom engine models.
A yellow auto gas cap and clear labeling at pump helps to differentiate flex-fuel from conventional gasoline.
New sporty FFV model (2008-09) - Affordably-priced Dodge Avenger
Performance and Style - (2008-09)
Mercedes Benz C300 Flex Fuel models