Does Ethanol Give You More Power? The Science Behind Performance Gains
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Pure ethanol can have an octane rating of around 113, which is significantly higher than premium gasoline. But for the average driver, the question 'Does ethanol give you more power?' has a more nuanced answer, depending heavily on the engine type and tuning. In fact, simply switching fuels in an untuned vehicle can result in a power *loss* due to ethanol's lower energy density.
