Petrol Changes may affect some cars

A new, greener type of unleaded petrol called E10 is being rolled out across forecourts in England, Scotland and Wales by 1 September under government plans. But 600,000 older vehicles aren’t compatible with it so will need to use pricier fuel, and even if your vehicle can take it, you may have to fill up more often because it’s less efficient.

E10 (95 octane) - this will replace E5 after 1 September. It will become the standard unleaded petrol. E10 contains up to 10% renewable ethanol but it’s not compatible with 600,000 older vehicles, and while it is unlikely to cost more than standard E5, it's less efficient so you'll probably need to fill up more often.

E5 (95 octane) - this will disappear from most forecourts by 1 September. This is the standard unleaded petrol currently sold most.

E5 Super (97+ octane) - this is staying put after 1 September. E5 sometimes being referred to as 'premium', contains up to 5% renewable ethanol but is being allowed to stay as an alternative for vehicles that aren't compatible with the new E10 fuel. However, it's pricier than other versions.

If you can't use E10 you'll need to use the premium E5 Super petrol.

You can use the free checker on the Gov.uk website to check if your car, van, motorbike or moped is compatible – though note that many manufactures of classic cars aren't listed in the tool, so you may need to contact the manufacturer or retailer directly to ask.