E10 fuel changes: These cars ‘will be hit worse’ by new petrol introduced next year
E10 fuel changes may not be compatible with up to 600,000 classic cars after fears the new bioethanol petrol could damage key parts. Incompatible cars can continue using existing E5 fuel for the time being being the government has said it can only guarantee its sale for five years after E10 is introduced.
This could mean E5 fuel is removed from petrol stations from 2026 while some may ditch the petrol earlier to make way for the new compound.
The RAC has previously raised fears that a decrease in availability could spark a rise in costs for the fuel.
Milton Keynes Classic Car Club says price rises may “deter a few” motorists but warned the limited mileage of models would not make a difference.
However, the club issued a stark warning to owners of large engined vehicles who would be most affected by any price increases.
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