Near-zero E100 demand puts brakes on OMCs' E85 rollout

Oil companies are reluctant to expand E85 fuel stations due to poor demand. Nearly 400 pilot E100 outlets saw almost no fuel offtake. Flex-fuel vehicle sales must increase before infrastructure expansion occurs. Higher ethanol blends may damage engines in older vehicles. Low price difference and energy content hinder ethanol fuel adoption.

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