Wrong fuel in car? All the information you could ever need about putting the wrong fuel in your car – what happens, symptoms, how to get it out, etc.
Bad car gas is a term used to describe fuel that has gone bad. Various factors, including poor fuel storage, contamination, or the presence of water usually cause it. While bad car gas may not cause immediate damage to your vehicle, it can cause long-term engine problems and reduce your vehicle’s performance over time. Signs […]
How Do You Know If You Have Bad Gas in Your Vehicle? Read More »
Fueling up your car can be a stressful and expensive experience, but it’s even worse when you accidentally pump the wrong fuel into your car. The wrong fuel can damage your engine and other components and can cost you a lot of money to fix. Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to minimize
5 Things to Do When You Pump the Wrong Fuel Into Your Car Read More »
Don’t be alarmed if you put the wrong sort of petrol in your car. An estimated 150,000 Brits fall victim to this common blunder annually, but help is always at hand. In this article, we lay out the potential consequences and discuss your available choices in solving this predicament. Have You Started the Engine? If
The Right Approach after Putting the Wrong Fuel in Your Car Read More »
Taking care of the environment is essential to preserve nature. That way, you can make sure the planet stays healthy in the future. However, many of the things we do every day can negatively affect the environment. One of those things is driving. Petrol-powered vehicles boost CO2 emissions. Regardless of that, people can’t stop
How Does e10 Fuel Work? Read More »
Petrol in a Diesel Car: The Consequences of Misfueling and What to Do: Worried about having accidentally added a small amount of petrol to your diesel vehicle? If this is causing you concern, rest assured—you’ve come to the right place. This comprehensive article offers essential information and guidance to help you navigate the situation. In
Small Amount of Petrol in Diesel Car Read More »
I have seen an increase in biodiesel use. “Naughty” fuel use, i.e red diesel, kerosene, parafin, marine diesel, heavy oils etc. These have either been the cause of a fuel problem or been evident in the tank residue. these are all duty evasive fuels that have not had 60p fuel duty paid on them, or
Biodiesel/Red Diesel & Wrong Fuel Read More »
More info about fuel drains, Until the early 1990’s most cars had metal fuel tanks, these were prone to leaking, and also rusted, the rust caused a sludge. The sludge is drawn into the fuel pump when the tank was nearly empty thus damaging it. Hence why most drivers over 50 are very careful not
How to drain fuel from a fuel tank (non plastic) Read More »
Most people who fill up with the wrong fuel first turn to the AA & RAC. It is widely thought that membership would cover fuel drains…….. dun dun dun dun! Here’s some facts: The AA offers a mobile fuel draining service, called “fuel assist” The AA charge £209.34 for AA Members and £246.29 for non
AA & RAC Wrong Fuel, Fuel Drain Service & Misfuelling Costs Read More »
Quite often a car does not break down immediately after a misfueling, assuming you have drived to a petrol station to buy your fuel. Your cars engine will be hot, and a warm engine copes with wrong fuel much better than a cold engine. This is the reason we attend so many call outs to
Put wrong fuel in car now won’t start. Read More »