The average price of a gallon of gas nationwide stands at $3.68 today, according to AAA. But not at Sheetz.
Sheetz stations will be selling E85 fuel for $1.85 per gallon through the end of April, the company announced today.
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Harry Hammel, a company spokesperson, says the offer is good at more than 375 Sheetz stores located in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, Ohio, and North Carolina.
E85, also known as flex fuel, is a gasoline-ethanol blend containing between 51% to 85% ethanol, depending on the season and geographic region of the distributor. The ethanol comes from plant sources – typically corn.
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Not every modern vehicle can use the fuel, and putting E85 in a car not designed for it can do permanent damage. Drivers should always consult their car’s owner’s manual to be sure before using the fuel.
Many cars get lower fuel economy on E85 than on gasoline, though a price difference of $1.83 per gallon means cost savings for most drivers, anyway.
