Greener fuel introduced from September
The Department for Transport has confirmed that filling stations in the UK will switch from E5 to the greener E10 petrol from September.
It could lead to a slight increase in bills for drivers of newer cars, while those driving cars made in the early 2000s and earlier could see prices rise steeply as their cars may not be compatible with the higher bioethanol mix and may need to switch to super unleaded instead.
The E10 fuel is a mixture of petrol and bioethanol made from materials including low grade grains, sugars and waste wood.
Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive, said: “The announcement confirming E10 petrol will be available for motorists from this September is another step towards the 2050 net zero target. Its introduction is significant in that it assists with the decarbonisation of the existing UK car parc as well as those new cars powered by petrol engines.
“Vehicle manufacturers have been preparing for its introduction for many years so drivers can be reassured that it is compatible with most cars currently on the road. Together with the introduction of new electrified vehicles, the range of which is accelerating rapidly, this new fuel will help reduce the overall emissions of road transport for many years to come.”
