In the interest of keeping gas engines alive, many automakers, scientists and other automotive businesses are working hard to find alternatives which provide a more sustainable future for the fuel.

Thomas has spent two years working in the auto journalism industry, contributing to a UK-based newspaper and writing for Euronewsweek. A full-time writer and lifelong engineering enthusiast, he now ...

Ever since the price of gas started cresting $2 a gallon last spring Iowans have been taking a more active interest in gasoline blended with an 85 percent corn based ethanol mix (E85) and seeking out ...

The three automakers with the biggest U.S.-based operations are pledging to double production of cars and trucks that can use ethanol and other biofuels and urging Congress to encourage oil companies ...

During the 2008 presidential campaign, Barack Obama promised to "work with Congress and auto companies to ensure that all new vehicles have flexible fuel capability ... by the end of his first term in ...

The ethanol-rich fuel is a cost-conscious option as gas prices rocket. But few cars are able to use it. Dan was a writer on CNET's How-To and Thought Leadership teams. His byline has appeared in The ...

Sometimes, drivers don't even realize they own a flex-fuel vehicle. If your car has a small label near the yellow gas cap that says E85 or Flex Fuel, then you're in luck. Obviously, these cars look ...

E85 fuel is less expensive than gasoline — but there are some catches. This photo was taken in New York in 2007. Mike Groll ASSOCIATED PRESS As prices at the pump hit record highs, some drivers might ...

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