The thread about ARCO graphite oil mentioned that ARCO is now part of British Petroleum. That raises a couple of questions. Although BP has a presence in California, they don't seem to have any stations in Southern California so I'm not all that familiar with their product. I see BP when I travel in Northern California.
Currently what is the quality of ARCO gasoline and what is the quality of Valeo. ARCO had a horrible reputation for several years, especially for fuel contamination but also for not holding octane very well. I had no idea that Valeo had become so big. The stations that I have noticed with the Valeo label used to Thrifty (relabeled ARCO and USA). Are these brands to avoid or have they been improved with new ownership? Any insight would be appreciated.
Currently what is the quality of ARCO gasoline and what is the quality of Valeo. ARCO had a horrible reputation for several years, especially for fuel contamination but also for not holding octane very well. I had no idea that Valeo had become so big. The stations that I have noticed with the Valeo label used to Thrifty (relabeled ARCO and USA). Are these brands to avoid or have they been improved with new ownership? Any insight would be appreciated.