New Shell 93 octane gas

rps · 06-21-2015, 12:09 PM

I just filled up with the new Shell 93 octane gas and I have been getting 3+ miles per gallon more. I haven't changed my driving habits or anything else except for the gas. If this keeps up, I'll be using it all of the time.

OpenRoad · 06-21-2015, 04:29 PM

Wow!! That's amazing. Thanks for sharing!

improvius · 06-21-2015, 08:29 PM

Great, the closest one to me is 93 miles away.

spydrz · 06-22-2015, 04:07 PM

What's new about it? Been using that for years...

PrematureApex · 06-22-2015, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by spydrz

What's new about it? Been using that for years...

They just released a new blend..something "Nitro+". It was some additives that are supposed to reduce friction remove deposits a bit better.

Seriously doubt it's 3 mpg (10-15% increase is pretty unbelievable)...but it's said to be worth something.

elfhearse · 06-23-2015, 03:02 PM

I notice a .05mpg increase with it over other Top Tier fuels. (especially Costco)

spydrz · 06-23-2015, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by PrematureApex

They just released a new blend..something "Nitro+". It was some additives that are supposed to reduce friction remove deposits a bit better.

Seriously doubt it's 3 mpg (10-15% increase is pretty unbelievable)...but it's said to be worth something.

Cool, thanks...guess I just haven't seen an ad or anything about it yet.

Shock96 · 06-26-2015, 02:09 AM

Hmmm, is it Ethanol free? That could explain some of the gain.

CIWS · 06-26-2015, 06:38 AM

"Shell V-Power Nitro+ Unleaded is formulated with powerful cleaning agents designed to protect key fuel system components from gunk and to help remove some existing gunk as you drive.

Shell V-Power Nitro+ Unleaded is also designed to form a protective film on metal surfaces helping prevent corrosion of critical fuel system components

Shell V-Power Nitro+ Unleaded with Friction Modification Technology (FMT) is designed to help reduce friction in critical areas of your engine, helping them turn more freely.

*Actual effects and benefits may vary according to vehicle, age of vehicle, driving conditions and driving style

Actual potential benefits relate to a detergency element which is designed to help clean-up existing deposits in your engine.

Corrosion protection based on laboratory tests carried out according to ASTM D665A."

Nice they use a pic of an M on the webpage

http://www.shell.co.uk/motorist/shel...-unleaded.html

Shock96 · 06-28-2015, 05:44 PM

There is a lot of talk on the web, but in Canada it is ethanol free. In the USA it seems to be region specific.

Carlin/14/E84 · 07-26-2015, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by rps

I just filled up with the new Shell 93 octane gas and I have been getting 3+ miles per gallon more. I haven't changed my driving habits or anything else except for the gas. If this keeps up, I'll be using it all of the time.

In BC I found gas station (Esso) selling 94 sans ethanol, and in Boulder NV. the Rebel gas station selling (competition) 100 octane at $7.99 a gallon.

Carlin/14/E84 · 07-26-2015, 02:32 PM

Yes, at least in some States we're getting 92 octane.

NumberSix · 07-27-2015, 01:28 PM

Ethanol free is the first choice and Octane the second:

Ethanol free stations in the USA

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OpenRoad New Member 2 Rep 29 Posts Drives: 2015 X1 sDrive Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW X1 sDrive [0.00] 2010 VW Sportwagen TDI [0.00]	Wow!! That's amazing. Thanks for sharing!
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improvius Second Lieutenant 61 Rep 280 Posts Drives: 2015 X1 X28i Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Rochester, NY iTrader: (0)	Great, the closest one to me is 93 miles away.
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Shock96 That was a hell of a thing... 22 Rep 168 Posts Drives: 2013 xDrive 35i M Sport Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Olympia, WA iTrader: (0)	Hmmm, is it Ethanol free? That could explain some of the gain.
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CIWS Moon Parasite 655 Rep 1,336 Posts Drives: F98 X4M Competition Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	"Shell V-Power Nitro+ Unleaded is formulated with powerful cleaning agents designed to protect key fuel system components from gunk and to help remove some existing gunk as you drive. Shell V-Power Nitro+ Unleaded is also designed to form a protective film on metal surfaces helping prevent corrosion of critical fuel system components Shell V-Power Nitro+ Unleaded with Friction Modification Technology (FMT) is designed to help reduce friction in critical areas of your engine, helping them turn more freely. *Actual effects and benefits may vary according to vehicle, age of vehicle, driving conditions and driving style Actual potential benefits relate to a detergency element which is designed to help clean-up existing deposits in your engine. Corrosion protection based on laboratory tests carried out according to ASTM D665A." Nice they use a pic of an M on the webpage http://www.shell.co.uk/motorist/shel...-unleaded.html __________________ 2020 X4M Comp. (currently stock) - Was 2015 335 MSport -MPPK -Borla ATAK -Dinan Sport+ - E.R. Charge pipe / 2013 X1 35i Sport - Dinan tune / 2009 X6 50i Dinan badged
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Shock96 That was a hell of a thing... 22 Rep 168 Posts Drives: 2013 xDrive 35i M Sport Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Olympia, WA iTrader: (0)	There is a lot of talk on the web, but in Canada it is ethanol free. In the USA it seems to be region specific.
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