US drivers surpass 500 million miles on E15

US biofuels trade body Growth Energy recently announced that the most tested fuel in history, E15, has reached a “remarkable” milestone.

Based on sales and consumption data reported over the past twelve months by major gasoline retailers, drivers across the United States have more than 500 million miles driven on E15, highlighting the fuel’s performance, safety, and value for American consumers.

“Ethanol is already in 97%  of the gasoline sold in the United States, so drivers are accustomed to the better value and higher performance of fuel blended with ethanol,” said Emily Skor, Growth Energy CEO.

“Now drivers are finding out that E15, which contains 15% ethanol, is an even better choice for their wallets, their engines, and the environment. That’s why more than 400 stations across 28 states are selling E15, and demand continues to grow.”

E15 works for any vehicle 2001 and newer and is the most tested fuel to date. In fact, the Department of Energy tested 86 vehicles up to 120,000 miles each using E15 without a single problem. Additionally, automakers approve E15 for use in nearly three-quarters of new cars and US EPA approves its use in nine out of 10 cars on the road today.