I found a Marathon station that is ethanol free. I havent used this brand before, and not sure how it stacks up to some of the top name brands. Any of you had any luck with Marathon?
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Out here in Chicago suburbs they get their gas from BP refineries, alas, that doesn't mean that the add packs are the same as those at BP stations. I personally don't buy there unless I have no other choice, but their stations are usually pretty busy so they can't be too bad.
The only difference between gasolines is the amount of additives.
It is not commonly known, but the gasoline additives are added to the delivery truck at the fuel distributor, not incorporated into the refinery processes.
Marathon is not a Top Tier gas (see www.toptiergas.com).
It is not commonly known, but the gasoline additives are added to the delivery truck at the fuel distributor, not incorporated into the refinery processes.
Marathon is not a Top Tier gas (see www.toptiergas.com).
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Originally Posted By: Hallmark
The only difference between gasolines is the amount of additives.
It is not commonly known, but the gasoline additives are added to the delivery truck at the fuel distributor, not incorporated into the refinery processes.
Marathon is not a Top Tier gas (see www.toptiergas.com).
Neither is BP but they have some of the highest detergent levels.
Some companies think top tier is just a waste of money, a marketing scheme. And to think an oil companies believe in marketing schemes. Lol
The only difference between gasolines is the amount of additives.
It is not commonly known, but the gasoline additives are added to the delivery truck at the fuel distributor, not incorporated into the refinery processes.
Marathon is not a Top Tier gas (see www.toptiergas.com).
Neither is BP but they have some of the highest detergent levels.
Some companies think top tier is just a waste of money, a marketing scheme. And to think an oil companies believe in marketing schemes. Lol
There are millions of cars that have covered tens or even hundreds of millions of miles on "non top tier" fuels that ran just fine.
Around here Marathon is one of the few stations which sell 93 octane as premium, and their stations are usually some of the best kept. I prefer to go to them above BP and the others. They usually advertise "STP" additive as a gimmick comparable to BP's "Invigorate."
Lately they've been drying up and turning into Philips 66 stations, leaving only a couple in the area left. I hope they don't become extinct, Philips 66 is a tossup when it comes to their premium octane.
Lately they've been drying up and turning into Philips 66 stations, leaving only a couple in the area left. I hope they don't become extinct, Philips 66 is a tossup when it comes to their premium octane.
The next time my car stops because of dirty or subpar fuel, it will be the first time.
I use Marathon almost exclusively. There are no "top tier" stations around here and I don't believe the top tier hype anyway. It is just a marketing gimmick from oil companies and car manufacturers, and that is all it is. My truck and wife's Honda both run very well and get good power and MPG on Marathon. About the only other gas we use is Racetrac. Both brands run just fine in both vehicles. According to fuelly.com my truck does a shade better on MPG with Marathon. My wife's car does not seem to care one way or the other.
Marathon and Racetrac are both American companies, Marathon is based in Ohio and Racetrac is based in Georgia. I like to believe we are somehow helping to contribute to the economy by doing what we can to support American business.
Marathon and Racetrac are both American companies, Marathon is based in Ohio and Racetrac is based in Georgia. I like to believe we are somehow helping to contribute to the economy by doing what we can to support American business.
Originally Posted By: RamFan
When that one thread popped up a year or so ago linking to the article that actually measured detergent levels, marathon showed the lowest amount if I'm not mistaken.
So run Regane or one of the other good ones at every oil change and clean out the minute deposits it may have.
When that one thread popped up a year or so ago linking to the article that actually measured detergent levels, marathon showed the lowest amount if I'm not mistaken.
So run Regane or one of the other good ones at every oil change and clean out the minute deposits it may have.
I live 8 miles from one of Marathon's largest refineries. I have nothing good to say about Marathon. I've heard that they have the absolute minimum detergency requirement (as required by the gov't.) When Marathon bought out Ashland oil many years ago the price fixing started in my region. We've been getting screwed severely for the last 10-15 years. I know gas has been expensive everywhere, but we have been particularly hard hit by Marathon's virtual monopoly in my area. Murphy USA went in about a year ago and has broken the Marathon Gas Price Cabal in one small area. Also, when Marathon took control of Ashland Oil and their retail stations, the price of a bottle of Pepsi or Coke instantly increased exactly 20%. THAT is just a stark indicator of the company's attitude and intent.
Oh, and the fuel IS bottom of the barrel quality in terms of additives.
Oh, and the fuel IS bottom of the barrel quality in terms of additives.
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Originally Posted By: Hallmark
The only difference between gasolines is the amount of additives.
It is not commonly known, but the gasoline additives are added to the delivery truck at the fuel distributor, not incorporated into the refinery processes.
Marathon is not a Top Tier gas (see www.toptiergas.com).
Neither is BP but they have some of the highest detergent levels.
Is there documented evidence to demonstrate the detergent levels of BP gasoline?
The western U.S. BP production facilities and outlets have been sold to Tesoro/ARCO. It remains to be seen what Tesoro's approach to marketing & detergent levels will be. Historically, ARCO branded outlets have only subscribed to the Federal minimum additive requirements.
Originally Posted By: Hallmark
The only difference between gasolines is the amount of additives.
It is not commonly known, but the gasoline additives are added to the delivery truck at the fuel distributor, not incorporated into the refinery processes.
Marathon is not a Top Tier gas (see www.toptiergas.com).
Neither is BP but they have some of the highest detergent levels.
Is there documented evidence to demonstrate the detergent levels of BP gasoline?
The western U.S. BP production facilities and outlets have been sold to Tesoro/ARCO. It remains to be seen what Tesoro's approach to marketing & detergent levels will be. Historically, ARCO branded outlets have only subscribed to the Federal minimum additive requirements.
Originally Posted By: Hallmark
Is there documented evidence to demonstrate the detergent levels of BP gasoline?
The western U.S. BP production facilities and outlets have been sold to Tesoro/ARCO. It remains to be seen what Tesoro's approach to marketing & detergent levels will be. Historically, ARCO branded outlets have only subscribed to the Federal minimum additive requirements.
http://m.naplesnews.com/news/2011/may/22/pressure-pump-gas-detergent-Shell-BP-Exxon-testing/
http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/news/region/wayne_county/detergent-in-gas-helps-the-engine-run-cleaner-and-smoother-so-just-how-much-is-in-there%3F
Is there documented evidence to demonstrate the detergent levels of BP gasoline?
The western U.S. BP production facilities and outlets have been sold to Tesoro/ARCO. It remains to be seen what Tesoro's approach to marketing & detergent levels will be. Historically, ARCO branded outlets have only subscribed to the Federal minimum additive requirements.
http://m.naplesnews.com/news/2011/may/22/pressure-pump-gas-detergent-Shell-BP-Exxon-testing/
http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/news/region/wayne_county/detergent-in-gas-helps-the-engine-run-cleaner-and-smoother-so-just-how-much-is-in-there%3F
Some time ago Ford Motor Co. was a big backer and pushed BP as their recomended fuel. My local BP is poorly run, dirty and a louzy station in general becised being the highest priced gas compared to Shell, Mobil etc. Does Ford still push BP? My Marithon gas station is 20 cents per gallon highter than any of the top-tier gas in my area so I've never used it here in FL. When I lived in IL, I used it all the time wtih good results.
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Marathon's web site claims their detergent additive levels are 2x the EPA standards. I believe the Top Tier companies claim as much as 5x EPA standards (maybe more?)
The Marathon near me is one of the most run down stations ever, so I never go there. But it is always 2 cents cheaper than the other stations in the area, which I guess brings the people in.
The Marathon near me is one of the most run down stations ever, so I never go there. But it is always 2 cents cheaper than the other stations in the area, which I guess brings the people in.
Originally Posted By: Hallmark
Is there documented evidence to demonstrate the detergent levels of BP gasoline?
The western U.S. BP production facilities and outlets have been sold to Tesoro/ARCO. It remains to be seen what Tesoro's approach to marketing & detergent levels will be. Historically, ARCO branded outlets have only subscribed to the Federal minimum additive requirements.
This isnt the original test I read but has everything stated in the article.
http://www.standard.net/topics/business/...es-gas-quality/
Is there documented evidence to demonstrate the detergent levels of BP gasoline?
The western U.S. BP production facilities and outlets have been sold to Tesoro/ARCO. It remains to be seen what Tesoro's approach to marketing & detergent levels will be. Historically, ARCO branded outlets have only subscribed to the Federal minimum additive requirements.
This isnt the original test I read but has everything stated in the article.
http://www.standard.net/topics/business/...es-gas-quality/
Originally Posted By: jdeare
Marathon's web site claims their detergent additive levels are 2x the EPA standards. I believe the Top Tier companies claim as much as 5x EPA standards (maybe more?)
The Marathon near me is one of the most run down stations ever, so I never go there. But it is always 2 cents cheaper than the other stations in the area, which I guess brings the people in.
Conoco states on their website that they have more than 2X, I wonder how much that is.
http://www.conoco.com/ourgas.aspx
Marathon's web site claims their detergent additive levels are 2x the EPA standards. I believe the Top Tier companies claim as much as 5x EPA standards (maybe more?)
The Marathon near me is one of the most run down stations ever, so I never go there. But it is always 2 cents cheaper than the other stations in the area, which I guess brings the people in.
Conoco states on their website that they have more than 2X, I wonder how much that is.
http://www.conoco.com/ourgas.aspx
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