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Originally Posted by Bönz
I totally agree on the refinery/distribution point. I made the same exact point in another post. However, it is the additives that distinguish one brand from another and get the brand on the http://www.toptiergas.com list. The detergent additives can make a difference, as evidenced by the problems on this forum.
That said, I generally use BP and Mobile based on location convenience and have never had any problems with my BMWs or other vehicles. |
It seems like new turbo engines are very sensitive to octane and detergent in gasoline. I never experience anything like this before since I started driving. In California, max octane at regular gas station is only 91. They used to be 92 from what I remember and one day I start seeing new stickers saying 91 for premium. I have seen 95 and 100 at race tracks, but they are double what regular pumps are charging. I am hoping that it is something else than gas at this point.
