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Can you put premium gas in any car? And, more importantly, should you put premium gas in your car? Many drivers around Dayton and Springfield ask this very question every day at the gas pump, and Dave Arbogast Buick GMC is here to deliver the answers. Find out the answer to “What type of gas does my car take?” Then, get more service tips at Dave Arbogast Buick GMC.
When you visit a gas station around Sidney, you’ll typically see several gas choices with different numbers written on the pump, such as 87, 89, or 91. These numbers represent the octane level of the fuel. Regular gasoline is 87 octane, and it is designed for engines on the standard compression ratio.
Higher octane gas, like a 91 octane rating, is considered premium. Premium gas is best used by cars that run at higher compression ratios. Most commonly, this category includes luxury and performance cars. Premium gas can help prevent early fuel ignition or “fuel knocks” that are common for turbocharged or supercharged engines.
So, is premium better? What type of gas does my car take? Here are some answers to common fueling questions:
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