If you’ve heard about the cost savings, environmental benefits, and even the performance potential of E85 fuel, you might be wondering: Can I convert my car to run on E85? The short answer: Yes — but not if you live in California…yet. At Pearson Fuels, we’re all about helping drivers explore smarter, cleaner fuel options… Continue reading Can You Convert Your Car to Run on E85?
Pearson Fuels Launches Second Annual E85 Day with $1.85 Fuel
We know – while it’s great that E85 is less expensive than gasoline, there’s some questions about why — and if that’s going to change. There are a few key reasons why E85 is easier on the wallet and why its price stays stable even when gas prices spike.
What Is E85? A Simple Guide for Everyday Drivers
For anyone who’s ever stood at the pump and wondered what that “E85” option is. Briefly expanding on our FAQ page, here’s more information on what it is we’re selling over here at Pearson Fuels.
(Reposted with permission from DTN, LLC and Environmental Editor Todd Neeley) California is in a bind. The state could lose up to 17% of its refining capacity starting this year. As of the beginning of May, companies announced plans to close production at three refineries. Valero announced on April 16 that it would either close… Continue reading California Cliff: Gasoline Crunch Could Open Doors Wider to E85 as More Refineries Close
California drivers could save $461 million annually by 2035 if the state maintains a constant population of vehicles refilling with E85. Analysis from the Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) indicates the resulting yearly greenhouse gas benefit from that fleet would be a reduction of three million metric tons of carbon dioxide. Collectively, consumers choosing E85 rather… Continue reading Study: FFVs, E85 Significantly Reduce Fuel Costs and Carbon Emissions
California motorists in 2024 nearly set another record for E85 use, based on data from theCalifornia Air Resources Board. Last year’s total of 114.7 million E85 gallons trails only the118.5 million gallons fueled up in 2023. E85 is a renewable, biomass-based fuel for use in flex fuel vehicles (FFVs). Pearson Fuels, the state’s largest E85… Continue reading E85 Volumes near Record-High Amidst Cheaper Gas
Pearson Fuels, California’s largest E85 distributor, announced today its station network has grown to 400 retail sites offering E85. The newest addition to the Pearson Fuels E85 network opened at a G&M Oil Company retail gas station at 1640 Crenshaw Boulevard in Torrance. “As Californians continue to wrestle with higher prices for everything from housing… Continue reading Pearson Fuels Opens 400th E85 Station in CA
Flex fuel vehicle drivers can reap substantial savings on Aug. 5 in celebration of Pearson Fuel’s first national E85 Day. More than 200 Pearson Fuels retail stations will offer E85 for $1.85 per gallon from 8:30am Monday, Aug. 5 to 8:30am on Tuesday, Aug. 6. E85 is a high-octane, renewable, biomass-based fuel for use in… Continue reading Pearson Fuels Celebrates E85 Day with $1.85 Fuel
On the heels of continued growth in E85 volumes, General Motors has certified new flex fuel vehicles (FFVs) for the 2025 model year. FFVs can use gasoline, E85 or any blend of the two. E85 is a renewable, biomass-based fuel with lifecycle greenhouse gas emission reductions capable of achieving up to 80% below California gasoline.… Continue reading Pearson Fuels Applauds Re-introduction of Flex Fuel Vehicles
