New York inspectors uncovered a widespread problem at gas stations that raises serious questions about fuel quality, labeling accuracy, and consumer trust.

New York City inspections found widespread problems at gas stations, with 702 of 729 locations failing tests between 2023 and 2025. Many violations involved incorrect octane levels, meaning drivers ...

Gas stations are well integrated into our daily lives as Americans. Except for residents of NJ, where you don't have to pump your own, a gas station can be intimidating with its cryptic displays and a ...

The octane of gasoline you put in your car is a key ingredient in the combustion process—and it appears that many drivers in New York City haven't been getting the quality of gas they paid for, ...

If you've ever fueled up in Colorado, you might have noticed something unusual about the gas octane ratings at the pump – specifically, the availability of 85-octane gasoline. This lower octane fuel ...

Like many Coloradans, Forrest Yang drives a Subaru. A Subaru Forester, to be precise. “Don’t read too much into that with my name and the car’s name,” he told CPR News. “It is what it is.” Yang lives ...

Labeling different gases as “regular” and “premium” is a bit misleading, as many cars only require regular gas and should only run on regular gas. Premium gasoline is not necessarily a luxury product ...