Rogue ethanol customers in Minnesota blending above E10 in non-flex fuel cars, says paper

In Minnesota, the Star Tribune reports on a growing number of Minnesotans who are blending ethanol above 10 percent in non-flex fuel cars, to save money or support US energy independence. The US EPA reinforced that this is a violation of Clean Air Laws because of harm to the emission systems of older cars, and vehicle manufacturers warned against engine damage and corrossion.

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