(4/11/08) A new law taking affect next Tuesday will require all local gas stations to pump an ethanol blend into your vehicle.
The controversy over the product continues as some drivers say the ten percent ethanol blend will lower their gas mileage. And some mechanics agree but say the concoction is better for the environment and for your engine.
Its all part of the states renewable fuel standard. Northwest Oregon counties began pumping E-10 in January, now southern Oregon is following suit.
Mechanics say ethanol could draw water into the tank causing problems.
But if the fuel is blended properly motorists should be fine.
Most gas stations in Medford are already pumping the blend.
All stations in Oregon will be carrying the ethanol blend by September with the Cascade counties being the last to follow suit.
