New Alternate Fuel Auto?

I'm considering switching to an alternate fuel car, but I have heard that the car I own may be able to handle alternate fuels, how do I find out?

What most people don't realize is that if the car they own is less than about five years old, it is probably already equipped to handle an alternate fuel like ethanol. Those with diesel could also use biodiesel. The best way to know for sure and to determine if any minor changes in the computer programming of your cars engine is required, is to take it to a local mechanic and ask them. They will be able to tell you. A lot of vehicles will require a slight change to the computer programming that regulates the gas/air mixtures for optimum efficiency, but some require no change at all. Here are some articles that will help you find out if you have a FFV (Flexible Fuel Vehicle) and things to consider when buying a FFV.

http://www.gowinplaces.com/fuel/do_you_own_a_flexible_fuel_vehicle_ffv.php
http://www.gowinplaces.com/fuel/buying_a_fuel_efficient_car.php

Also, you can check out what kind of updates our friends over at Pacfuel.com , Ethanol-news.com and Fuel Saver 5000 may have relating to FFVs as well as plus and minuses of various fuel types.

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J-Blogger Team