Most drivers` knowledge of the chemistry of gasoline is limited to whether it`s leaded or unleaded, and what the octane number is. And, as with many subjects, when it comes to octane, a little ...

Back in the day—1965—were we doing anything by adding mothballs to the gas tank in my new Plymouth 383? The legend about mothballs improving internal-combustion engine performance dates back to the ...

With neck-snapping beasts like the 650-horse C7 Z06 roaming around, factory performance cars have never been faster. Cheers to the Corvette team for cranking out that pump-gas power number, because ...

The first ever major update of Fortnite Chapter 3 Season 4 went live on October 4, incorporating a handful of new features and content to the island. Surprisingly, Epic Games also added the Rocket ...

Gas stations are well integrated into our daily lives as Americans. Except for residents of NJ, where you don't have to pump your own, a gas station can be intimidating with its cryptic displays and a ...

There are two major elements that bring the Corvette mystique to life. First is power. Power animates the drivetrain and gets your Corvette moving so you can enjoy the thrust and handling enhancements ...

What is octane, and why should I care? Octane ratings are prominently displayed in large black numbers on a yellow background on gasoline pumps at thousands of gas stations across the country. Most ...

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Anyone that’s ever topped off their tank or filled up a jerry can knows gasoline comes in different grades, from regular unleaded to pricey premium. Each “flavor” has a number that corresponds to its ...

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. The latest crossover between Fortnite and Rocket League is finally underway, so you can now find Octane vehicles scattered across the battle royale ...

If most people filled their cars' gas tanks with 98-octane fuel, the United States could cut annual carbon dioxide emissions by up to 35 million tons and save $6 billion a year, according to research ...